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Apr 08, 2023

From bike lights to waterproof gloves

CYCLING is proven to positively impact mental health and reduce stress, new data

CYCLING is proven to positively impact mental health and reduce stress, new data has shown.

Merlin Cycles found that moderate to vigorous pedalling on a bike releases endorphins to help your mind and body relax and help you sleep.

Bike Week starts tomorrow to encourage more people to get outside and be active.

Today Jane Atkinson looks at ways to make that new healthy hobby as safe as possible . . . 

THE new Knog Frog V3 Rechargeable Lights claim to be potent enough for everyday commuting.

They have LED technology to give a high intensity light, for up to 90 per cent of the battery time.

The device wraps around handlebars or saddle bars easily with a flexible rubber band.

There is one button for operation, which the company claims makes their operation super simple, even in gloves, and you don't need tools to fix them to your bike.

Waterproof and with up to 60 hours run time and nine light modes, these lights are bright and powerful.

My only criticism is that you need to buy a separate USB charger for it. For the high price point you’d perhaps expect that to be provided.

£46.99 for twinpack, freewheel.co.uk.

BETWEEN July 2021 and June 2022 nearly one bike was stolen every seven minutes.

Tile's Bluetooth trackers are exactly that – trackers you fix to your bike or other cycling gear – to prevent thieves.

This little gadget sticks on (somewhere discreet) and can be tracked through the Tile app.

The app helps users ring their Tile and the company's lost-and-found network can be used to check where the bike was last seen on a map.

I think this is a great idea and worked perfectly every time I tried it out.

It certainly reduces stress levels if you have to leave your bike somewhere.

It also comes with Anti-Theft Mode – a feature which lets users hide their Tiles from scans made by others, making them invisible to thieves.

From £19.99, uk.tile.com.

THE Lightsome Waterproof Gloves are constructed from durable fabric with a breathable insert.

Described as being perfect for cycling, they have a special "Ergonomic Cushioning System" for extra comfort and suedette palm with gel gripper zones for enhanced handlebar grip which is brilliant.

Moreover, the elastic wristband, which can be tightened and fastened, keeps out the wet and cold.

There is a handy towel wipe for glasses and brows too.

The polyester material is flecked with reflect markings for maximum visibility which I thought was great.

Really comfortable, loved these.

On special offer at £20 down from £40.

See dare2b.com/lightsome-waterproof-gloves-black.