Deuter Cabezon HB 14

The Deuter Cabezon HB 14 is a high capacity, heavy duty handlebar bag designed for all sorts of bikepacking. Utilising a versatile and well-thought-out two-part “holster and dry bag” system, it’s a sturdy 14-litre storage solution that remains stable even on demanding terrain.The bag is split into two components: a semi-rigid ‘frame’ that stays attached … Read more

Fizik brings back the Arione… but did it ever go away?

Fizik has brought back its Arione saddle, including models with 3D-printed uppers – although you could be forgiven for never realising that it had gone away because it has remained in stock with many retailers.First things first: is the 2026 Arione still a foot long? Near enough. It’s actually 284mm, if you’re interested (and you’re … Read more

“Driving a bus is difficult enough”: Bus drivers’ union says mandatory hi-vis jackets for cyclists would “make roads a safer place” and hits out at “poor visibility” of people on bikes

It’s been just under two weeks since the Irish government – amid a cacophony of confusion and mixed messages – insisted that cyclists would not be required by law to wear high-visibility clothing every time they get on a bike.But that hasn’t stopped Ireland’s National Bus and Rail Union, who this week have called for … Read more

The fitness tech boom continues: Garmin reports record revenue for 2025

While the rest of the cycling industry focuses on recovery after a turbulent few years, the fitness tech boom shows no signs of slowing down, with Garmin reporting a record consolidated revenue for 2025, 15 per cent up on the previous year.Last year, the GPS tech giant’s consolidated revenue was $7.25 billion (around £5.4bn), compared … Read more

The ultimate bike industry boom and bust disaster story? Private equity firm that invested huge sums in Raleigh’s parent company has lost over £1 billion

In 2022, encouraged by the rapid sales of bikes and e-bikes during the Covid pandemic, US-based private equity giant KKR struck a €1.8 billion deal to take over Accell Group, the parent company of Raleigh, Babboe, Lapierre, and a host of other cycling brands.But just four years on from that high-stakes lockdown-era bet, KKR has … Read more

Gaerne G.Ice-Storm Road 1.0 Gore-Tex Black

The Gaerne G.Ice-Storm Road 1.0 Gore-Tex boots are a dry and toasty solution to riding whatever the winter weather has to throw at you. Add to that plenty of comfort and a roomy toe box and there is a lot to like here, as long as you aren’t hoping to spend long efforts pushing out … Read more