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October’s shrinking days are a stark reminder to get your bike lights sorted before the clocks go back. Here’s why good visibility matters – and how you could win a Knog Blinder Twinpack.

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Close passes are the bane of British cycling. They’re frightening, often dangerous, and the single most common incident reported by riders. New research shows why drivers misjudge them — and how enforcement, education and culture change could finally give cyclists the space they need.

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Cycling through London behind a Peel P50 – the world’s smallest production car – raises a serious question: what kind of vehicle really belongs in a modern city? With traffic speeds at walking pace and Paris slashing SUV numbers while investing in cycling, perhaps the rational city car is a very small one.

We’re giving away an 11" × 8" print of Gianmarco Magnani’s Keirin 1 – a striking depiction of a track bike that captures the stillness and anticipation at the heart of keirin racing. To enter, simply leave a comment on the page.

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The moral panic about overpowered e-bikes is a distraction from a bigger problem: family EVs with supercar acceleration. As BYD’s U9 Xtreme claims the 308 mph crown, mainstream electric SUVs now launch quicker than a Porsche 911. Should we rein in urban acceleration and have an honest debate about liveable streets?

Most cycle insurers promise “breakdown cover” but only reimburse taxi fares. ETA’s Cycle Rescue is different: a genuine 24/7 roadside rescue service for cyclists, pioneered over 30 years ago.

While cycling is often framed as a pastime for the fit and sporty, everyday riding makes up a large share of trips in the UK. For disabled people in particular, cycles are vital mobility aids - restoring independence, confidence and freedom. Seen this way, cycling is the closest thing we have to universal transport.

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Autumn is here, and while we dig out gloves and base layers, our bikes often face the elements unprotected. That’s where the Bike Parka comes in – a snug, waterproof cover designed to keep your bike safe from weather and prying eyes. We’re giving one away – simply tell us what bike you’d cover with it to enter.

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Confusion between legal e-bikes and motorcycle-style electric machines is rife in the UK, with the media often lumping both under the “e-bike” label. This blog explores the growing use of the term “e-moto” abroad, and asks whether adopting it here could help protect cycling, clarify enforcement, and make life easier for riders and policymakers alike.

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E-bike rules can feel like a minefield – is your bike an EAPC, does it need insurance, and what happens if you’ve got a conversion kit or cargo bike? We explain everything you need to know about e-bike insurance in the UK, from battery theft cover to breakdown recovery, and why ETA’s cycle insurance is designed with e-bikes in mind.

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