The WiseCracker is the ultimate stocking filler for cyclists everywhere; a bottle opener that takes the place of a headset spacer – a devilishly simple design aimed to make its user ‘smile, laugh and enjoy the simple things in life’.
The WiseCracker is made from aluminium, weighs 16 grams and costs around £10. http://wisecrackerltd.com/
Drinking and riding
In law, a bicycle is defined as a carriage for use on the highway, but cyclists are not in charge of ‘mechanically propelled‘ vehicles so, in law, do not have to adhere to exactly the same rules as motorists, including ‘drink drive’ rules. While it’s probably true that the proverbial swift half will not lead to a massive impairment in your ability to ride, Section 30 Road Traffic Act 1988 says: ‘It is an offence for a person to ride a cycle on a road or other public place when unfit to ride through drink or drugs.’
That is to say, is under the influence of a drink or a drug to such an extent as to be incapable of having proper control of the cycle. If you ride drunk you risk endangering yourself and possibly others and can be fined by up to £2,500.
For this and other useful legal advice, see our guide to cycling and the law
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