The Standert Kieswerk is a versatile gravel machine that sports multiple mounting points and impressive tyre clearance, plus its clean-looking aluminium frame has a bit of a retro vibe running through it. Sadly, it doesn’t ride as well as it looks, with its firm ride being bettered by other machines.Standert Kieswerk SRAM Apex AXS XPLR … Read more
The Oakley Meta Vanguard smart sunglasses do a lot of things via AI brains connected to a camera and earphones, and some of them might be useful to you. But with limited battery life, limited abilities and pretty intrusive requirements from Meta, this is not the most convincing or polished product.The Vanguard is the second … Read more
Do you know the Cycling Man? If not, that’s because you might well be the Cycling Man. Or, at the very least, you may share a few traits with him.Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Apple Podcasts Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Spotify Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Amazon MusicThe Cycling Man, the … Read more
I quite like upgrading my gravel bike, and I bet you do too. Whether you’re chasing a faster average speed, trying to make the bike more “sendy,” or just looking to carry more snacks, the aftermarket is a goldmine (or minefield).But let’s be honest: some upgrades make a massive difference, while others are just a … Read more
If you were drawing up a list of factors that could influence this year’s Giro d’Italia, Belgian cattle probably wouldn’t be one of them. But a herd of Walloon cows have, bizarrely, already had an impact on this year’s race, with manure on the roads at the Famenne Ardenne Classic believed to be behind a … Read more
When it comes to virtual racing, discussions around cheating tend to focus on tech-based shortcuts like data hacking, bots, or even carbon fibre exoskeletons. But the brave new world of e-cycling has gone decidedly old school this week, with the news that MyWhoosh is introducing random drug tests for racers on its platform.MyWhoosh, which has … Read more
I’ve been using Bont cycling shoes for many years now and the Vaypor S is possibly my all-time favourite for combining stiffness, comfort and a big scoop of durability. Here are five reasons why it has stood the test of time.Google says that I was writing about Bont shoes as far back as 2011 – when Bradley … Read more
The Pakbrite Paklite Mini is a bright, long-lasting rear light with smart features that you can use on its own or as part of the brand’s modular accessory system.The Paklite Mini’s strong spec and high 220-lumen maximum output don’t come cheap. At £66.65, it is one of the most expensive options out there. Indeed, it’s … Read more
