Tag: cycling
Natural light tops list of ‘dream office’ requirements
Brits dream of an office with free soft drinks, glorious views from the windows - and their very own dog, of course. A study of 2,000 office workers showed the ‘perfect’ office also has eight colleagues working in open-plan harmony, four plants, a fully-stocked kitchen and sleeping pods. Lots of natural light, sofas, large corner…
Halfords unveils world’s first bike with heated handlebars
Now on sale from Halfords is innovative Carrera Subway Winter bike - the world’s first bicycle to feature heated handlebar grips. It means cyclists can say goodbye to cold hands and stay cycling through the colder months. Boasting a temperature of up to 40 degrees, the grips are charged via a micro USB port. To begin heating…
12 things I’ve learned since I last rode a bike (in the ’80s)
It's been a long time since I last rode a bike on the road, at least for any length of time. Probably around 30 years. While I like to consider myself a very sporty person, cycling is one thing that I've never really fancied doing in London. It just doesn't seem that much fun with…
Uber announces FREE e-bike ride for London Car Free Day
This Sunday, 22 September, Uber will offer Londoners a free 20 minute trip on its JUMP e-bikes for London Car Free Day. Uber users can redeem the promotional code ‘LONDONCARFREEDAY19’ to take advantage of one free trip of 20 minutes anywhere in the JUMP service area. More than 500 electric bicycles are now available across North…
Uber and Cycling UK partner on ‘Dutch Reach’ initiative
Uber has partnered with Cycling UK to raise awareness of the Dutch Reach – a simple technique that can help to save cyclists’ lives. The Dutch Reach ensures that you always look over your shoulder to avoid opening doors into the path of cyclists. The idea of the manoeuvre is to open the door with…
The Only Bicycle in the World Built for 550 Pounds
Zize bikes are arguably the best bikes for big guys. Customers who have used these bikes have nothing but praise for them. Zize’s brand strength comes from the passion and commitment of the founder, Joan Denizot. Joan’s main goal was to make bikes that are safe for big guys. Joan, a plus-size woman, came to realize…
Blubel introduces smart bicycle bell for easy cycling navigation
Navigation on a bike isn't easy. You really don't want to take your eyes off the road to look at the maps on your smart phone in order to get directions. Enter Blubel, an innovative cycling navigation system fitted on a bell. Using your phone’s sat nav technology, Blubel displays simplified directions using the bell’s…
Livall smart cycle helmet now available in Halfords for £69
Halfords has become the first UK retailer to stock the innovative Livall MTL Bluetooth Enabled Smart Helmet. The helmet uses a motion sensor and, in the event of an accident, will automatically send an SMS text alert to emergency contacts which have been set up previously in the accompanying app. The SMS also contains a GPS…
Peugeot launches folding electric bike/car combination for ‘last mile’ commute
Peugeot has launched an integrated car and electric bike mobility solution, the all-new Peugeot 5008 SUV and the eF01 Electric Bike. The aluminium-framed eF01 electric bike, pictured above, weighs 8.6kg, is fitted with a battery and a motor with enough charge for up to 18-25 miles in range and will propel riders at a top…
Ford develops prototype smart jacket to keep cyclists safe on the road
A group of cycle-enthusiasts at Ford have created a brand new ‘smart jacket’ designed to keep cyclists safer on the road. The jacket has sleeves that light up to show when wearers are turning right or left - or even if they are braking - and can be wirelessly connected to a smartphone for helping…