Words and images, James Startt:Certain bike races just have a way of standing out. And for me, Canada’s autumnal one-day races stand out more than most. That’s never been the case more than this year, the Grands Prix Cyclistes de Québec and Montréal serving as the amuse-bouche of a veritable feast of September bike racing … Read more
Plans for a “fantastic” new cycleway have been approved by councillors, despite opposition from the local police amid concerns about anti-social behaviour caused by illegal bike and motorbike users, with the proposed infrastructure described by one local as a potential “highway for illegal e-bikes on drug runs”.Last week, Stockton Council’s planning committee signed off on … Read more
A new Shimano Dura-Ace 9300 groupset is just around the corner – although just how far around the corner we can’t tell you – and the latest confirmation comes from a now-deleted Instagram post that shows Dura-Ace PD-R9300 pedals and a caption that suggests the stack height will be as low as just 12.5mm. 2027 … Read more
With sore shoulders and empty legs, I’ve just returned from the final edition of Ex Enduro. It came to an end with a standing ovation after a 10-year tenure on the MTB race calendar, and I’ve come back firmly believing that it’s earned itself legendary status.The mountain bike event and race scene has been a … Read more
Cyclists, pedestrians, and horse riders in Kent have united to tell motorists the road “must be safe for everyone”, just days after two cyclists were killed in the area by a hit-and-run driver.Saturday’s ‘Pass Wide and Slow’ event, an annual mass road safety awareness ride held in Cobham, took on additional emotional resonance this year … Read more
Commuting by bike is, in our opinion, the best way to get to and from work. Whether it’s a three-mile pootle along a canal, or a 15-mile early morning blitz on a road bike, not all commutes are made equal, but they do all equal fun. And if you’re thinking about swapping the car, bus, or … Read more
The Sigma Buster 1100 Headlight is the third most powerful in the German marque’s range and offers a good balance of output for most riding conditions in a relatively compact package. However, the OEM mount may feel a little dated for those used to Garmin types and while I’ve had no issues in the real … Read more
Bikes close to a grand were nearing the point of extinction just a few years ago, but Merida has given this endangered species a fighting chance with this entry level model of its do-a bit-of-everything road bike range. The Merida Scultura Endurance 200 pairs a quality aluminium alloy frame with a carbon fork, alongside a … Read more
Muc-Off Chain Wax Cleaner is a highly effective way to strip a chain of contamination and lubricant residue. It requires only a small amount per use, is straightforward to apply, and represents an excellent option for riders looking to switch to or maintain a wax-based drivetrain.The most important step when moving to a wax-based chain … Read more
