I have mostly been using a pannier through the winter as I find it useful in the rain. However, regardless of using it for months now, I still don't really feel like it works for me for regular trips into and around central London. I love it for ...
Cycling accessories
Windproof cycling jackets
You look on the BBC weather website and it says wind and light rain for the next day. You watch the ITV weather report and they’re suggesting clear skies. Who to trust? Even then, will the weather do the same thing all day? Of course not! Windproof ...
Monkey light review
We featured the Monkey Light in our visibility roundup a few weeks ago. I had seen one in action a little while ago and thought it looked awesome so wanted to spread the word. Then of course I wanted one for myself. So here is a full review of the ...
Waterproof Cycling Bags
On several occasions I distinctly remember scrounging a carrier bag to put inside my backpack in a last ditched effort to keep my laptop dry. In all honesty, it worked, but it's by no means the easiest, least stressful situation to deal ...
Polar M400 review
With the London Cyclist 2016 roundup of the best GPS options for cyclists guide just released, now seemed like a good time to provide a through review of one of the options we mentioned. I have had the Polar M400 for a year now and it has replaced ...
Cycling GPS devices
Here's our 2016 guide to GPS devices for cyclists. The two main goals of a cycling GPS devices is to be able to track your cycling and to provide turn by turn directions. As with all technology, there are little variations in what each unit ...
The People’s Poncho review
We have talked about waterproofs and strategies for staying in dry in the past. One item that we have not really reviewed but many of you have mentioned is a poncho. These waterproof items are a little more versatile in some respects than a normal ...
Arc’teryx Atom SL Hoodie
A few months ago we reviewed some of the Arc'teryx's commuter line of clothing and loved it. The brand is best known for its technical outdoor gear, and generally most items made for outdoor adventuring work great for cycling. With that in mind we ...
Best cycle commuter visibility tips
We have covered the best lights for commuting in our updated bike lights definitive guide, but sometimes being visible on the road isn't just about one front and rear light, but rather other things to make you visible, and also where and how you ...
Helmet Cameras for Cyclists – Our Top Pick Best Head Cameras
'Helmet' cams are an increasingly popular cycling accessory (although we acknowledge that you don't all attach them to a helmet). Recording your rides gives you the ability to edit, chop and create great films so you can show friends and family what ...
Happarel Bicycles reflective bike kits
Happarel Bicycles is a German company (distributed by artisan werks) who have just started bringing their reflective products over here. They produce reflective material that can be applied to bikes, either as stickers, or as a full frame finish. The ...
Bike lights definitive guide
Lights are a legal requirement on your bike, and vitally important to help keep you safe on the roads at night. However, with so many out there, how are you supposed to go about choosing a new set or your first set? Have no fear, London Cyclist is ...
Coboc electric bike review
The stealth electric bike At first glance, you can't tell that the Coboc is an electric bike. The battery is hidden in the frame. There are no buttons to increase or decrease the electric motor support. The charging plug is subtly placed beneath the ...
Knog Blinder MOB Review
I was hesitant when I first plugged in the Knog Blinder to the mains and charged it up. I've owned a few USB bike lights and always found them to be great in theory - but not in practice. The problem I have had in the past with USB lights is that ...
Bike Locks Guide – Bike Lock Options
A good bike lock is the second most essential purchase after the bike itself. This is one part of cycling where saving money is a false economy - general guidance from those in the know is to spend at least 10% of the value of the bike on the lock. ...
Slicks Expanded Review
We've had our hands on a Slicks backpack before and generally found it to be both a great travel companion and perfect for carrying a suit around uncreased. Flash forward a few years later and Slicks are now launching a new, more utilitarian edition ...
4 Awesome Bicycle Christmas Tree Decorations
Across London Christmas trees are going up at a feverish pace. Some of these trees will be themed and colour coordinated, others will be a mix of ornaments old and new. I personally favour the old and new eclectic mix option. Regardless of your views ...
Levi’s Womens Commuter Jean Review
Levi's have been making men’s commuter clothing for a few years now. There is some choice in cycling specific jeans for men, but very few for women. Therefore, it was with some happiness that I heard the news that Levi’s finally realised that women ...
Blaze Burner rear light review
Blaze is a true Kickstarter success story. Their lazerlight is a great light for London as well as a beautiful piece of design and has recently been found to be the safest bike light available. Not only that, but the laser is currently being trailed ...
A first Christmas list – things to keep relatives happy
As much as I would like to pretend that it is no where near Christmas right now, I would be in pointless denial. After being hassled mercilessly by my Christmas crazy sister for present ideas nearly 3 weeks ago, I realised it was time to get real. ...