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Cycles in the Sand

September 22, 2016 Longrider 13

Another study… A major study of bike helmet use around the world from more than 64,000 cyclists has found helmets reduce the risks of a […]

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Stepping Back

May 29, 2016 Longrider 8

In time. I used to cycle a lot when I was young.  Getting to and from school and in the holidays for pleasure. Motorcycling put […]

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Popcorn Time

February 2, 2014 Longrider 9

The more self-righteous and sanctimonious aggressive lycra-clad warriors have been using helmet mounted cameras to name and shame other road users for a while, now. […]

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No

December 15, 2013 Longrider 5

Never in a million years. I have two motorcycles (one used exclusively for training) and both have plenty of luggage capacity. I have a car […]

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Well, Yes…

November 24, 2013 Longrider 2

A fairly balanced and sensible piece about the cycle wars. We are all road users. Some, like me, for example, use a range of modes […]

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Okay, I Will

November 19, 2013 Longrider 13

He went on: “I’m very alarmed about cyclists wearing headphones. I would not be against a prohibition or ban on cyclists wearing headphones.” “Call me […]

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But He’s Right

November 14, 2013 Longrider 18

Boris Johnson on cyclists. In his statement that cyclists are bound by the law, he is absolutely correct. There is a certain type of cyclist […]