Wiggle Chain Reaction Cycles enters administration, reports suggest
The reports come in the same week the cycling retailer’s owner had €150m of financing withdrawn from its parent company
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Do you check your bike before you ride? Getting into this habit helps you stay safe and avoid repairs - plus looking after your cycle means it will work better and last longer. In this video, we cover essential checks you should make before setting off: https://t.co/F46H7SYC1t
Pothole season is upon us, so please remember that cyclists may choose to ride in the centre of the lane to avoid hazards in the gutter. The #HighwayCode explains that this road positioning also increases a rider's visibility and ensures drivers overtake safely.
📸: @davewalker
CW Live: Olympic champion joins Women's WorldTour; Tom Pidcock tips Van Aert for Cyclo-cross Worlds; Arkéa-Samsic boss 'very interested' in Julian Alaphilippe; Deadline for 2024 Olympics tickets; LEJOG record holder back cycling after hit-and-run https://t.co/2dc0jv4ihD
Everyone is talking about wild camping at the moment. And we just want to be clear - what we're discussing is a right for responsible access.
The countryside is there to be enjoyed but we must look after it. In this quick video, we explain how to #leavenotrace when out cycling.
Not sure if my cycling is getting slower or Archie is running faster! At least chasing him up the hills on the way to work has kept me warm on this lovely December morning. During the next few winter months we will be CLOSING AT 1PM ON SATURDAYS. Have a great weekend everyone
"Encouraging more people to travel actively for short everyday journeys will deliver universal benefits for us all."
Scotland's Ambassador for Active Travel, @leecraigie_ sets out why we need support for cycling - and what the nation is getting right: https://t.co/InucR7CKg0
Driver filmed ramming cyclist and crushing bike agrees to pay compensation after being issued with community resolution order by Met Police
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How safe are self-driving vehicles? The Government is planning new laws to govern the safety of autonomous vehicles. But it needs to think more clearly about the safety of pedestrians and cyclists, and who is liable when they get injured: https://t.co/54TBjZYQiB #RoadSafetyWeek
This terrific travel story also highlights the case for transport cycling beautifully. Building networks of safe cycle routes that enable every kind of journey in comfort, creates people first places that don't require a car to explore #BikeIsBest https://t.co/MdbtJDSfU1
Looking forward to the Honey Fair on Wednesday. We will be open if you want to look at the bikes we have for sale including Ebikes Road Gravel & mountain bikes and kids bikes. See you Wednesday
During a recent study trip to Nijmegen, our group crossed (cycle) paths with the famous Bicco Bike Bus.
Developed in partnership with Struin—an after-school childcare facility in the city—it is a unique way to offer kids fun, exercise, and originality.
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Cycling is great exercise. The health benefits far outweigh the risks and it's easy to fit into our routines. If more people took it up, it could ward off the crises facing the NHS. Here we explain what makes it such a fantastic option for keeping fit: https://t.co/908Qs6gl4a
It's #WorldCarFreeDay 🌍
Going completely car-free isn't possible for all of us but choosing to walk or cycle more of your local trips can still make a difference.
Using the car less:
✅ Is better for the environment
✅ Is great for your mind and body
✅ Saves money on fuel
@WeAreCyclingUK tips drink 2-3 litres of fluid, more on a hot summer's day. Be hydrated before you start cycling
Keep hydrated - do not wait until you are thirsty drink little & often during your ride. If feeling dehydrated drink plenty of fluids such as water, diluted squash