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In a bizarre case of coincidental product syncronicity, the plastic barrel of a certain type of biro can easily open a certain type of tubular cylinder locking mechanism, popular on u-locks. This was first described in a British bicycle magazine in 1992 but the issue then disappeared from public view. But, in a powerful demonstration how quick and cruel the internet can be, an American cyclist has rediscovered the Bic-pick and posted a Quicktime movie to a bike bulletin board, showing a Kryptonite lock being popped open in seconds. Kryptonite has responded, but slowly...

Dan Hornsby of Sakura Battery Ltd. reckons the 63 scooter bikes stolen at the weekend will be easy to spot: the thieves didn't half inch the battery packs. The company is putting up a £1000 reward for information that results in the conviction of the thieves or the return of the bikes

The 23rd October track meet at the 10-year old Manchester velodrome will be the homecoming event for Team GB's cycling medal winners. The organisers want the British bicycle trade to get involved: there are a variety of hospitality, sponsorship, advertising and trade packages available.

A medal winners parade will end in Trafalgar Square on Monday 18th October.

The Sting-Ray Krate Pea Picker model will be produced in limited quantities, and available only in bike shops and not mass market.