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Cyclists have many complaints about other road users but perhaps things aren’t as bad as they used to be. This site has a good selection of adverts for firearms suitable for cyclists. For only 12 shillings (60p to the youngsters) you can protect yourself from all kinds of threats, including tramps! I particularly like the… Continue reading Guns for cycling

Over Easter Halfords are offering free workshops to show 7 to 11 year olds the basics of things to check on their bike. Spaces are limited so book soon. The Kingsway store currently has slots on Wed 16th and Wed 23rd April. See this link to book.

Older members will remember the massive Raleigh factory in Nottingham that has now become the site of part of the University of Nottingham. Researchers have been collecting reminiscences from workers at the factory (and others) and have created a website containing many hours of filmed interviews and historical images here

Cycle Derby are offering free one-to-one cycle training to build your confidence, as well as a wealth of information to get you started including detailed route planners to get you to your destination as quickly and confidently as possible. More details here

Five new job vacancies at the ECF’s Brussels Office! They are looking for: Fiscal and Economic Policy Officer ECF Urban Mobility & Cities Policy Officer Project Officer Office Assistant ECF EuroVelo Project Assistant Please go here to read more details of the jobs.

Thanks for all the support you’ve already provided for the Derby Closed Cycle Circuit. The final stages of making this happen are now approaching with the City Council’s planning committee meeting this Thursday to decide on the application. To show the level of support for the proposals, we’d like as many supporters as possible to… Continue reading Closed Cycle Circuit Planning Meeting – Thursday 6th Feb 5pm

The planning application for the proposed Closed Cycle Circuit beside the Multi-Sports Arena in Pride Park is currently under consideration and, to maximise the chances of a positive outcome, it is important that as many people as possible add their support.  The online consultation period has now ended but, until the 3rd Feb (5pm), you… Continue reading Closed Cycle Circuit – your support is needed

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A great event on Wednesday 30th October, 10:30am to 3:00pm with an emphasis on making HGV drivers and cyclists more aware of one another. Lots of events and cycling related stalls in the shadow of the new velodrome on Pride Park. Cycle there, ride on a pop-up velodrome or watch the off-road show; sit in… Continue reading Changing Places Day

As it currently stands, almost 100% of goods transport within cities is done by motorised vehicles, ranging from personal cars to commercial lorries. Light goods are often transported over very short distances by heavy vehicles. Individuals often use their car in the same way, despite the fact that every second trip in urban areas is… Continue reading Carrying Goods by Cycle