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“Structurally weak”: The Cyclists’ Alliance joins Rapha in condemning UCI for lack of progress on women’s pro cycling, suggesting “festival-style events” built around races to grow sport

The Cyclists’ Alliance (TCA), that describes itself as “the only independent organisation representing the views and interests of female professional riders”, has followed Rapha in publishing a lengthy document criticising the UCI, accusing it of failing to create a “stronger structure for women’s professional cycling.” The document is in response to a recent consultation from … Read more

Gobik Cell Skin

On paper, the Gobik Cell Skin base layer ticks all the boxes. It ditches the typical t-shirt design idea for a panelled construction that wouldn’t look out of place in an Avengers movie, and the panels work well. Unfortunately the many seams between them don’t.The majority of these panels are Polartec Delta, a fabric which … Read more

Get a load of the luscious lugs on this gorgeous 1952 Rotrax Concours

If you’re a lover of ornate lugs and highly decorated classic bikes, then this Rotrax Concours from the early 1950s should appeal enormously. There is barely a surface that hasn’t been engraved with the classic fleur-de-lis motif. Resplendent in its deep blue livery, the chrome, and red and white detailing stand out clearly, especially on … Read more

Estarli G700

The Estarli G700 is a carbon fibre electric gravel bike that ticks many of the boxes in what is now an enduringly popular e-bike category. It’s pretty light and both its performance and the array of spec options Estarli offers is impressive.The majority of e-gravel bikes feature a lightweight rear hub motor and the G700 … Read more

Scope Cycling R4 V2 45mm Road Wheelset

The Scope R4 V2 45mm wheelset was designed from the ground up for road-focused riders wanting 28-30mm tubeless tyres on strong but comfortable hoops – and it certainly ticks all those boxes. They are pricey, but touches such as an invincible freehub and a sleek internally-nippled profile help justify the cost.Scope boasts that the R4’s … Read more

Vibram XS Road Cleat

The Vibram XS Road Cleat is a unique offering: an alternative to a regular Look cleat, offering more grip on slippery surfaces and, well, they’re pink! Are they better than Look’s own Keo Grip Cleats, which cost much less? Marginally, but durability is still a bit of an issue.Anyone who’s shuffled along a slippery wet … Read more