Episode 18: Why all the fake news about Highway Code changes? Plus talking to Bont about cycling shoe tech

Send us Fan MailIn episode 18 of the road.cc Podcast, we’re reflecting on the recent changes to the Highway Code… and why we think some of them have been misinterpreted so badly. Join George, Simon, Ryan and Jack as they clarify what the new rules are, and ask why on earth certain media pundits decided to tell the nation that cyclists can now ride in the middle of the road, and require motorists to stop on a roundabout whenever they see a cyclist approaching (spoiler: neither of these things are true). Simon also catches up with Tim Lennon of the London Cycling Campaign, who was recently the subject of tabloid press articles that accused him of being a “cycling zealot” after footage emerged of a driver performing a dangerous and illegal close pass on his daughter. Tim reflects on the media circus, and why people on social media chose to deflect by questioning his daughter’s lack of protective equipment. Finally, road.cc tech editor Mat Brett talks to Alex Malone of cycling shoe specialists Bont Cycling, who have come on board to sponsor the road.cc Podcast. What does it take to produce some of the finest cycling shoes, and where can the tech go from here? Alex says “watch this space”, so we’re hoping for something new and exciting from Bont this year!