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 ...
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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 ...
Vulpine Merino T-Shirt review
Now as I am sure you know I am a fan of all things Vulpine, having previously reviewed their Merino Polo and Lightweight Harrington. This time I am reviewing the staple of the Vulpine range - the Merino T-Shirt. In essence this is is the same as last ...
Vulpine Men’s Lightweight Harrington Jacket review
You may or may not know - I certainly didn't - that a Harrington jacket is a lightweight waist-length jacket, typically made of cotton, and that Harrington jackets have been made by British Clothing companies since the 1930s. That gives the Vulpine ...
Carrera Foldable Helmet review
It is often said that the best designs are the result of the worst problems. When I heard that Italian heritage sports brand Carrera had expanded their product collection to include a ‘foldable’ helmet that could “shrink” up to a third, I was ...
Rapha Backpack review
I know I’m certainly not the only person who has struggled to find an ideal luggage solution for the ride to work. I’ve flirted with rucksacks, suit carriers and pannier bags, but always end up returning to my big, uncomfortable and cumbersome ...
Vulpine Short Sleeve Merino Polo review
Cycling's not all lycra and special shoes For a lot of people, cycling certainly isn't all about dressing up lycra and special shoes. Instead, what they want are clothes that are functional on the bike, yet still look good when you arrive at your ...
Icebreaker Merino Oasis Crewe review
I was first introduced to the concept of ‘base layer’ as a child. Swaddled in itchy C&A thermals I would be marched up the side of Snowdonia, and then marched back down, clammy, irritable and probably very smelly. These experiences led me to ...
Knog Party Frank Bike Lock review
Knog have built up a bit of a reputation of making funky yet practical bike equipment - be it their blinder lights or their Strongman high-security U-locks, the Melbourne-based company is determined to share its Aussie flare with colder climes, and ...
Tern Link D8 Review
Searching for a Tern Folding Bike About a year ago, I had the need for a folding bike to commute to work on. If you've ever stayed somewhere with no bike storage and up a couple of flights of stairs, you'll understand the appeal of being able to ...
Antler Ultimate Commuter suit bag review
Like many cyclists, I’m forever searching for a rucksack that is ideal for my commute to work five days a week: one that will allow me to carry my suit jacket, shirt, trousers, pants, socks, shoes, towel, shower gel, shaving gel, deodorant to work in ...
DHB Pro Triple Lens Sunglasses review
I have to be honest and say that when I began cycling, and had next to no accessories, I’d look at people wearing glasses such as these and think they were trying to be something they’re not – a professional cyclist. I’d stereotype these people as ...
Ortlieb Messenger Bag Review
Ortlieb are known for their much loved panniers for cyclists. Today, I want to take a look at their messenger bag. You could be forgiven for asking why anyone needs a bag so big, you may also wonder if I look a little like Quasimodo after a fortnight ...
Specialized Sub Zero glove review
The British Winter appears to have finally bitten down hard on cyclists. This is the time of year when clothes can make all the difference between cycling in all conditions, and giving it up until the warm weather returns. Perhaps the area where you ...
Beto Alloy Track Pump review
Post by Jack When I first started cycling in London, it was all about the money. Not only was I broke and saving for a wedding, but I resented the fact that I was spending well over £100 of my hard-earned cash to get to work each month. After all, I ...
Design Headwear LED Cycle Helmet review
There’s no doubt that blinking bike lights draw attention to cyclists making it less likely you’ll hear the phrase “Sorry mate, I didn’t see you”. With that in mind, there’s no harm in an extra bike light. Increasingly these days, I’m seeing them on ...
The bike light you can drop in a pint glass
The clever chaps over at Knog in Australia, have come up with a new bike light. The Knog Blinder 1. It’s a bike light that you can drop in a pint. Here are three reasons you’ll love it: It can be dropped in a pint. Not only does this make for a ...
DHB Slice cyclist backpack review
I’ve got a small confession to make… I’m somewhat bag obsessed! I love the feeling of a good bag; that feels comfortable on my back, has pockets where I need them, keeps my bits and bobs safe and is quick to access. That’s why we’ve had so many bag ...
Fibre Flare bike light review
The Fibre Flare is a bike light with a difference. For a start, it looks like one of those glow sticks you snap in half in a nightclub. This was also the first thing I was tempted to do, and according to the manufacturer you can safely bend it up to ...
Union 34 Rucksack Pannier hybrid bag review
A little while back we posted a picture on Facebook that caused a little bit of a stir. The picture was of the Union 34 bike bag. It got a lot of likes and I was looking forward to testing out this new, innovative product. Is it a backpack? Is it a ...