Merry Christmas to everyone who reads London Cyclist! I hope you’ve stuffed yourself with food and had a great day with family and friends. It’s a strange little English tradition that on Boxing Day we like to head out for a walk. Of course, this ...
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Motorbikes in the bus lanes
On Wednesday 21st of December TfL delivered an early Christmas gift to motorbike riders announcing that they’ll now be allowed permanent access to all bus lanes on TfL’s network. The reason was quoted as the infamous: “Smoothing traffic flow” which ...
Rapha Bomber Jacket review
The Rapha Bomber Jacket initially retailed at £210. The newer version is available for £150. The question is: Even at the new price point, is it worth it? Compliments ahoy Let’s start with the looks, because this jacket is going to attract plenty ...
Winter cycling socks
I’ve had a couple of questions recently on my Twitter (7,942 followers woop!) about cold feet. If frosty feet is a problem you are facing then read on.. The problem of cold feet can party be solved by getting a warm pair of winter cycling socks. ...
A chance to remember the cyclists killed in London this year
This table lists the cyclists killed in London in 2011: Gary Mason (48, male) Sandy Lane South Daniel Cox (28, male) Dalston Junction Tom Barrett (44, male) A40 David Poblet (20, male) Tanner Street Paula Jurek (20, female) Camden ...
Knog Boomer USB review
About 12 months ago I thought I'd found my perfect bike light for cycling in London. I was wrong. The Knog Boomer USB is the perfect bike light. I can tell you exactly why in three words: Bright, chargeable and convenient The Knog Boomer stands ...
Cycling gifts for Christmas
With the date for last orders on Christmas gifts quickly approaching (December 20th at 12pm) I thought it would be a good time to do a roundup of gift ideas. Note: I won’t be covering books here as we’ve covered them in the post 10 books for a ...
£200 voucher up for grabs plus which rides do you plan on doing next year? (Finished)
In the spirit of the holiday season we felt like holding a fun cycling-related giveaway and thanks to Groupon we have a £200 voucher up for grabs for one lucky London Cyclist reader. Groupon is a fast growing daily deal website that offers ...
No new Superhighways in 2012 or 2013 but the Cycle Hire Scheme continues to expand
“No Barclays Cycle Superhighways will be launched in 2012/2013 due to a reduced construction delivery window necessitated by the 2012 Games” This was the answer given by the Mayor when asked about the progress of the Cycle Superhighways. The good ...
Guide to all the amazing cycling deals currently available
Someone was busy enlightening me about the real meaning of Christmas, when suddenly I got distracted by a huge Chain Reaction Cycles banner that said "£50 voucher for every £100 you spend". Yes, tis' the season to spend any money you do or, in the ...