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What to do in a bike accident

Posted: 01/03/2024 Tips & Tricks

Crashed your bike? Here's how you handle an bicycle accident, including dealing with injuries such as shock and concussion, and how to get home.   Read More

A man crashing to the ground during a bike accident, his bicycle flying off in pieces

How to get home with a broken chain

Posted: 01/12/2023 Tips & Tricks

Snapped your bicycle chain? Don't panic! Here's an easy way to repair it - and you only need two things. We'll get you back on the road or trail, fast.   Read More

A young man with bloodied knuckles tries to fix a bicycle chain, his friends watching on.

Why Magpies Swoop Cyclists

Posted: 01/09/2023 Tips & Tricks

Why do magpies go for bike riders & how do you stop them? We're doing some myth-busting, including whether you should try to feed a feathery attacker.   Read More

Three magpies on some grass, all concentrating on the ground. A screaming girl's head has been photoshopped in front of them, to humorous effect.

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