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Castelli Espresso 2 W Vest
The Castelli Espresso 2 W Vest combines breathability and wind protection with an excellent fit. Features such as the double-opening zip and three rear pockets add practicality, and it packs down small enough to disappear into a jersey pocket. There are no reflective details though, and it certainly isn’t cheap.This newly-updated vest uses a stretch … Read more
Dealclincher, Tour de France special: Huge 76% off Spatz sunglasses, Giro Cielo helmet less than half price, Scope carbon wheels heavily discounted + loads more
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links included on this pageThe Tour de France has been delivering scorching temperatures and record-breaking speeds, and with the UK enjoying a hot spell too, this week’s deals are all about helping you stay cool and ride faster. From aero upgrades and cooling water bottles, to … Read more
“I could have been killed”: London cyclist who broke jaw and both elbows after hitting ‘invisible’ plastic cycle lane divider sues council
A London cyclist who broke both elbows and his jaw after hitting a plastic divider is suing Enfield Council. In February 2025, Greg Simmons, a screenwriter from Edmonton, was pulling out to pass a stationary bus when his wheel hit the divider, catapulting him over his handlebars and onto the road.“I looked to pull around … Read more
Cycling holidays used to be the domain of the MAMIL… But is that finally changing?
When we think of cycling holidays, especially those on the more luxurious end of the spectrum, a certain image springs to mind: that of the MAMIL (a middle-aged man in Lycra), an older, more experienced cyclist, on a plush carbon bike with the latest, expensive kit. And male.That’s because cycling trips, by and large, have … Read more
Tory MP brands guidance suggesting 20mph rural speed limits to create better walking and cycling routes “nonsensical”… but is it?
Are quiet lanes the new trenches in the war on motorists? This week, Active Travel England published its Rural Design Guide, which gives local authorities guidance on how to deliver safe and accessible walking, wheeling and cycling routes, with the aim of cutting road deaths in Great Britain — two-thirds of which occur on rural … Read more
Scope Artech 6.A wheelset
The Scope Artech 6.A is a flagship wheelset that pushes the boundaries of material science and aerodynamic theory. Priced at a staggering £3,498 (rising to £3,998 if you opt for the CeramicSpeed bearing upgrade), these wheels are clearly not aimed at the average rider. However, for those looking for the absolute pinnacle of current wheel … Read more
New Ride app promises real-time power with no power meter required
An Australian duo has released a new app that aims to give you a real-time power readout on a smartphone screen with no dedicated power meter required.You’re sceptical? Of course. It took years for power meters to drop from stratospheric pricing to become anything like affordable to mere mortals, and now you can get power … Read more
Skarper eBike Drive System
The Skarper eBike Drive System is the easiest aftermarket motor to fit that I’ve yet encountered, and it can be demounted in seconds, leaving only about half a kilo of extra weight on your bike. It’s survived some off-road abuse and doesn’t negatively affect handling, other than adding some weight. If you have a bike … Read more