Accidents happen and we've been sharing great tips on how to cycle safely in London and what to do if you are ever in an accident. However, we haven't previously covered how to get hold of CCTV if you are in an accident. In the UK ...
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Vulpine rain protection reviewed
Its raining, its pouring, but these clothes aren't boring. In fact, the jacket comes in some pretty snazzy colours. In this review we will look at the waterproof utility jacket and the cotton rain trousers. Vulpine, the well respected purveyor of ...
Preparing for your first French cycle tour
There is a certain romance to the idea of a unplanned, no route, ‘devil may care’ cycling tour through France. Simply stuff a tent into your pannier, a packet of jelly babies and a phrasebook in your pocket, jump on a ferry and head in the general ...
Complete guide to safe cycling for cyclists and motorists
Safe cycling is something we cover extensively on London Cyclist. This post is a collection of some of the most important information, in one place. Motorists share a responsibility with cyclists to create a safe environment, so we're going to cover ...
My eyes! New dhb Flashlight jacket and jerseys reviewed
What trickery is this, sun during the night?! This stuff is bright. It is reflective and it is bright. Did I say it was bright? I am not usually one for neon colours (although I happen to think that neon pink actually looks quite good on me). I ...
How to cope with 3 panic inducing bike commuter experiences
How you cope with life's major and minor challenges is a mark of character. Or so the common adage goes. The trying cycling events we usually encounter are related to road safety. However, there are a few things that will probably happen to ...
3 Pannier Bags to Commute Undefeated in the Rain
After all the reviews for bags you carry or your Brompton carries, we thought a round up of winter-proof regular panniers was called for. Your chances of a wet commute have increased significantly now it is autumn, as is evidenced by the weather ...
A ‘Mini-Holland’ for all?
The 'Mini-Holland' projects are probably nothing new to many of us London cyclists. Going Dutch is supposed to fix all of our cycling woes and the place where the revolution begins is London. What is very interesting is the variation in the ...
What stops people from becoming London cyclists?
As cyclists in London, we take for granted being able to navigate London on a bike. Although, even after many years of cycling, I still occasionally question my sanity and doubt my ability to get around safely. I've learnt to adapt, by avoiding ...
Vulpine Laptop Commuter Backpack Reviewed
Vulpine have just launched a new website along with new accessories. Among them, is their first ever bag offering. If their clothing range is anything to go by, the bag was something I was eager to get my hands on. Here at London Cyclist, we are ...