At just over £40 (less online) you'd expect mid-range performance from a U-lock but the Brute proved itself to be a tough cookie and it's a great lock to sling in your bag for the daily commute. You'll need a bag, as there's no bracket supplied, although one is available.
Road.cc verdict:
Good level of security from a mid-price lock, really good value
Cyclists in Dublin have welcomed a 30km/h speed limit that has come into force in the city centre.
The speed limit, which includes the Irish capital's famous O'Connell Street, is part of a strategy that has included restrictions on heavy goods vehicles (HGVs), the introduction of a bus gate at College Green and the deployment of the Dublin Bikes 'velib' scheme.
30 km/h limit covers most of city centre roads
The husband of a cyclist killed by a 4x4 whose driver claimed she fainted at the wheel has spoken at length about his loss.
Peter Corless was riding ahead of his wife Sharon when a Range Rover Sport driven by Tracy Johnson hit them from behind.
Frustration that 4x4 case will never be tried
A NEW Zealand Olympic track cyclist injured in a collision with a car says he's 'amazed' at the level of aggression on the country's roads.
Hayden Godfrey, who took part on the 2004 Olympics and has ridden at several Commonwealth Games, needed arm surgery after being hit by a car in Christchurch.
The cyclist was riding towards the city when a car turned in front of him. "I looked down for one second and then I look up and there's a whole faceful of car in front of me," he said.
Godfrey's bike destroyed in crash
I absolutely love this Sugoi HOV jacket. It looks and feels great, and performs really well on the bike too! HOV stands for Human Operated Vehicle and the line is aimed at the commuter market. It’s designed ‘to look as good in the office as it does on the bike’ and it really does: I confess I’ve worn this jacket more off the bike than on it, but I've had a load of compliments about my new gear!
Road.cc verdict:
Excellent mix of technical performance and urban chic
