Watch: Cyclist rides into back of van in nasty face-first crash

Man apparently walks away unharmed

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If you're ever tempted to ride in the slipstream of moving traffic to up your average speed, then this video of a man in Newcastle having a nasty coming together with the rear-end of a van will make you think twice.

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Henry Robertshaw began his time at Cycling Weekly working with the tech team, writing reviews, buying guides and appearing in videos advising on how to dress for the seasons. He later moved over to the news team, where his work focused on the professional peloton as well as legislation and provision for cycling. He's since moved his career in a new direction, with a role at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.