Topeak’s AirBooster Nano with 16g CO2 cartridge is a basic inflator that was a bit hit-and-miss on Presta valves though it works well on Schraders. But as our best bike pumps and CO2 inflators guide shows, there are lots of options when it comes to inflation.A CO2 inflator seems a no-brainer for quick puncture fixes on the road, especially in the … Read more
With the clocks set to go back this weekend, Cycling UK has urged people to take care when driving in the early morning or late afternoon when the sun is lower in the sky, after a recent report found that vulnerable road users are disproportionately affected by fatal incidents where low sun was cited as … Read more
A proposal to reinstate a former Peak District railway line along what is now a popular cycling and walking trail has once again been rejected by local authorities, who have argued that any benefits derived from converting the Monsal Trail back into a reconstituted ‘Peak and Dales line’ would be “far outweighed by the significant … Read more
A cyclist has criticised the layout of a new cycle lane in Middlesbrough, which he claims forces people on bikes to “constantly” dodge parked cars, buses and pedestrians, after he was hospitalised following a crash on the controversial route.On Monday afternoon, 50-year-old Paul Harris was thrown over his handlebars after colliding with a cycle lane separator … Read more
Fitting a set of tubeless inserts to a road, cyclocross or gravel bike is a great way to ensure that your tyre isn’t going to roll off the rim at low pressures, it adds some protection when riding over rocks and roots, and it means that you can continue riding should your sealant be unable … Read more
Canyon Bikes and custom swimming goggle brand TheMagic5 have announced a new partnership “focused on creating a better rider experience by improving fit and comfort for all athletes.” TheMagic5 is known for its swimming goggles that are customised to each individual swimmer thanks to a smartphone facial scanning app… so, what possible use could Canyon have for this?We’ve all … Read more
Children and parents have taken to the barricades this week in a bid to prevent their ‘School Street’ being ripped out by the pro-motoring mayor of Tower Hamlets Lutfur Rahman.In a scene worthy of a West End production of Les Misérables, children from Chisenhale Primary School in Bow mounted barriers and blocked the road after … Read more
The Ugreen HiTune T3 earbuds offer good sound quality, a secure fit and decent battery life. To see a form of noise cancelling at this price point is also impressive. Wind noise is a bit of an issue if you are riding fast, though.Coming in a compact, high-gloss black case, the HiTune T3s look more … Read more
French UCI World Tour team Cofidis has confirmed that it will be using Look bikes and Corima wheels from the 2023 season onwards in a multi-year deal that sees the team move away from De Rosa.Unless Look launches new bikes in the New Years, the team’s riders will have the choice of the lightweight 785 Huez … Read more
