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Risk and reward: the science of risk-taking behaviour

20 May 2023

Consider this, you are standing at the side of a busy road. To cross the road you may go directly, or use a nearby footbridge. Which process you choose will be determined by considering the risks.

Bike inspection, made easy: the case for standardised risk assessment

28 February 2023

Contrary to popular belief, it has been 50 years since the first carbon bike was made in 1971…

The retail industry's evolving duty of care to cyclists

21 February 2023

Regardless of the industry, defects to carbon fibre structures during manufacturing and damage during use (or ‘in-service damage’)…

Tap testing: Why it's not a reliable choice for the cycling industry

26 January 2023

Most cyclists are familiar with the tap test (or coin test)…

Premature obsolescence in the cycling industry

23 November 2022

The term 'premature obsolescence' describes the phenomenon that products cease to be used at a point in their lifetime which arrives too soon.

Jenelle Crooks: equipment safety lessons from a former pro

9 September 2022

As far as I know I’ve been very lucky not to have undergone any serious issues with my bikes *touch wood* … When it comes to damaged bikes, however…

The Future of Bicycle Inspection: Part 4

9 June 2022

When first introducing our damage assessment solution to bicycle retailers and workshops…

The Future of Bicycle Inspection: Part 3

16 May 2022

When first introducing our damage assessment solution to bicycle retailers and workshops…

The Future of Bicycle Inspection: Part 2

6 May 2022

When first introducing our damage assessment solution to bicycle retailers and workshops…

The Future of Bicycle Inspection: Part 1

22 April 2022

When first introducing our damage assessment solution to bicycle retailers and workshops…