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Issue 74 October/November 2009 A to B 40 Manor Road, Dorchester, Dorset DT1 2AX, England

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Editor David Henshaw . Administration Teresa Ridout . Proof-reading Peter Henshaw

Contributors David Henshaw, Richard Peace,Teresa Ridout Printers Henry Ling . Next deadline 21st November 2009

Several years ago we asked for your experiences with the 16-inch (349mm) tyres fitted to the Brompton

and a few other folding bikes. Rolling resistance is really important in these small sizes, and punctureresistant construction tends to result in poor rolling resistance, so designing these tyres can be something of a balancing act.With new tyres arriving, and old ones being withdrawn, we’re asking again.What we

particularly want to know is the number of miles you’ve achieved per puncture, and overall tyre life. If you don’t keep detailed information, don’t worry. Even the vaguest seat-of-the-pants observations may be

useful, especially if you have experience of different tyres on the same ride. Just let us know your

experiences, by email, phone or post.

Contents EartotheGround:TheMole ...............4

AtoBLetters ..........................6

AtoBNews ..........................14

Products: 2010 Brompton Accessories . . . . . . . . .16

Technology:Eurobike ....................17

Tested: Mercedes Benz City Sprinter . . . . . . . . . .22

Infrastructure: Cambridge Guided Busway . . . . . .25

Tested: Urban Glow Reflective Waistcoat . . . . . . . .33

Commuting: Bike/Rail - Brompton S2L . . . . . . . . .34

AtoBSmalls ..........................40

COVER: 600 Bromptons lined up at the start of the 2009 World Championships. PHOTO: Anna Batchelor

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