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Hatton. Car vs pedal cycle collision. Car driver emerging from row of parked vehicles hits pedal cyclist riding towards her. Despite the low speed check out the damage to the windscreen. Fortunately cyclist was wearing a helmet. We advise cyclists always wear helmets. #RoadSafety pic.twitter.com/YBLRkNQ2Jr

— Derbyshire Roads Policing Unit (@DerbyshireRPU) June 15, 2021

More from Derbyshire, this time it's the county's Road Policing Unit that has attracted a lot of criticism for the post above about a collision between a driver and a cyclist. 

One said: "What? That's your take? How about 'drivers, please double check for vulnerable road users, and drive with care'", while another added: "It would be more useful to know what action was taken against the driver for their selfish and reckless behaviour than blame the innocent party. Expected better of a police RPU, very disappointed."

Not everyone thought the tweet was problematic, with one saying: "It prevented more injury than necessary for the type of collision, glass embedded in the cyclists head, cuts and bleeding etc…… which is what they are designed for so yes they should recommend wearing a helmet." 

In its defence, Derbyshire Roads Policing Unit added: "It goes without saying that drivers must ensure their path is clear before proceeding. That's the law and we are dealing with the driver as such. But this is a road safety tweet highlighting how helmets can prevent a serious injury should a cyclist be involved in a crash.

"The cyclist suffered a minor injury. His helmet will require replacement as it took the impact." 

 

 

 

 

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Israel Start-Up Nation has confirmed the four-time champ will go as the team's road captain, supporting Michael Woods as the team leader. 

Police say that the incident occurred at 8.15pm on 13th June on a dual carriageway section of the A4130 between Lower Assendon and Bix, near Henley-on-Thames. Both the cyclist and van driver were travelling westbound, and following the collision the cyclist, a 45-year-old male, was pronounced dead at the scene. 

The van driver, a 57-year-old man from Wallingford, was arrested on suspicion of causing death by careless or inconsiderate driving and driving whilst unfit through drugs, and has since been released under investigation.

Investigating officer PC Julia Stroud of the Serious Collision Investigation Unit said: “First and foremost, our thoughts are with the family and friends of the man who has very sadly died.

“I am appealing for any witnesses to this collision, or who saw the van or cyclist before or at the time of the collision to please get in touch.

“I am especially keen to hear from anybody who has dash-cam footage to please check this and contact police if it has captured anything that can assist this investigation.

“You can do so by making a report online or by calling the 24-hour non-emergency number 101, quoting reference number 43210259113.

“For 100% anonymity, you can also call the independent charity Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.”

Every now and then, a solid gold archive excerpt from Viz - self-proclaimed as 'Britain's third or fourth funniest magazine. Possibly fifth' - does the rounds... and when it's cycling-related we're particularly interested, of course. 

This stationary bike is for "when wiping simply isn't enough', allowing the rider to get a workout while giving their behind a more thorough clean than traditional methods. Some folks on the Zwift Riders Facebook group think it's a little reminiscent of the Wahoo Kickr Bike, with name suggestions including the Wahoo CLAGR and the Wahoo SHITR. 

Another couldn't help but norice some flaws with the workings of the contraption, noting: "I'm most bothered by the fact that the back wheel is somehow spinning the wrong way... It doesn't appear to be a fixie, and appears to have a derailleur... so it should be flinging those winnits and dangleberries at his feet." 

viz.co.uk

Tubolito, who previously made specialist inner tubes with a focus on weight saving, has launched what it claims is an 'unpuncturable' inner tube, with a one year warranty just in case you don't believe it. Priced at £22.99 each, they're only suitable for tyres between 30mm-50mm in width and fit 700c wheels. 

Still, plenty of our readers on the site and across social media are having a hard time believing that an inner tube can be completely indestructible. 

Velophaart_95 commented: "I'd like to know where they tested them..... it seems far too good to be true. However, I may be tempted to buy a pair later in the year." 

Bruce Laidlaw appeared to be concerned about the business model, adding: "Great idea if you are in the business of making and selling inner tubes! What happens once we all own one (or two) = no sales & no business!"

Not forgetting some inner tube-related puns, Declan Mcgee observed: "I think they are just blowing it out of all proportion", while Matt Attonic says: "You forgot to mention the inflated price."

What do you reckon? Of course road.cc will be testing as soon as we can get our hands on some, so watch out for a full review soon. Well, perhaps in a few months and a few rides through some thorny country lanes to really put those claims to the test...

In our full story yesterday, we reported that Prendas' founder Andy Storey has announced the business will be greatly scaled back due to the impact of Brexit on the business - the company will only sell cycling caps and some accessories going forward. 

Since the announcement, Prendas says it is working through an unprecedented volume of orders as retro cycling fans scramble to get hold of their favourite replica jerseys. If you want to see what's left, the Prendas Ciclismo website is here.