How To Not Get Hit By Cars

Tips on how to cycle in the city and avoid getting smushed by motorists. If you cycle on the other side of the road, give this link a go.

New Route, New Sights

One of the things I love about cycling in London is that you see "stuff" , that you don't see, sealed away underground in a tube. Having just moved to Herne Hill, I have a new route in to work, and it didn't disappoint. While navigating the Vauxhall roundabout this morning, I spotted a normal urban scene; nightclub entrance, bouncers and clubbers queuing to get in. At 7am on a Monday morning!

Apparently this is quite normal now, with some clubbers staying out till Monday or Tuesday lunchtime!

Cleaning Kit

Just bought this. Despite screaming "unwanted Xmas gift" and being a tad overpriced (£30 in most places), I have to say it's ace. It's got all the brushes I need, all the liquids I need and a handy bucket which you can store it all afterwards, avoiding angry girlfriends.

Currently it's a fiver off in Halfords, although of course you should really support your local independent bike store.