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5 big questions about home strength training for cyclists answered
We know when it comes to the general idea of exercise, we’re preaching to the converted here at road.cc. We’re all cyclists, right? So we all know the benefits of keeping fit; we all know the buzz that comes with an endorphin surge; we all like the idea of looking good, living long and being … Read more
“Why on earth would I want to cycle on a waterlogged path?” Cyclist blasts new harbourside bike path
A cyclist has criticised a new harbourside path in Poole, claiming that it is susceptible to flooding and is constantly “covered in debris”.Earlier this year, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole Council (BCP) redeveloped the popular path from Whitecliff to Baiter, introducing a new segregated cycleway for people on bikes, which the council says will “create a … Read more
Zwift racer banned for six months and sacked by team for hacking data during world championships qualifier
A Zwift racer who qualified for the 2023 UCI eSports World Championships has been sacked by his team and banned from racing for six months after the stunning ride that earned him his spot in February’s championships was found to be the result of a hacked data stream.South African Eddy Hoole, a member of the … Read more
Q36.5 WP Cycling Overshoes
The Q36.5 WP Cycling Overshoes are Italian-made knitted-style overshoes with the performance of high-tech overshoes but the feel and look of oversocks. They are surprisingly weather resistant and extremely comfortable to ride in, but I wasn’t so keen on the VeloToze style of having to put them on before your shoes – and I also … Read more
Hit-and-run drink driver thought cyclist he seriously injured was “only a traffic cone”
A drink driver who failed to stop at the scene of a collision which left a cyclist with a potentially serious head injury told police that he believed that he “had only hit a traffic cone”.Motorist Daniel Towers was handed a 12-month community order, with 200 hours of unpaid work, and banned from driving for … Read more
US cycling champion’s family awarded $353 million verdict in civil lawsuit against drink and drug driver
The family of Gwen Inglis, the US Masters road race champion who was killed by a motorist driving under the influence of drink and drugs last year, has been awarded a $353 million verdict in a civil lawsuit against the driver.46-year-old elite cyclist Inglis was struck and killed by Ryan Scott Montoya while riding in … Read more
Liv Relay MIPS Helmet
Liv’s Relay MIPS Helmet more than meets its aims of offering ‘incredible value for road riders and bike commuters who also want great protection and style’. It goes well with technical and casual clothing, and offers a snug and secure fit. I’d say it’s one of the best cycling helmets you can get for the … Read more
Essential cycling tools and accessories you need to fix any problem
Some cycling brands are easy to characterise – we can all probably think of certain bike manufacturers who see themselves as pedal-powered equivalents to luxury car makers, or cycle clothing companies who think they’re boutique fashion labels. Topeak is a little bit different, though. There’s no pretence, just fantastic useful kit that often proves invaluable before, … Read more