As cycling fans across Britain protested Shell’s partnership with British Cycling we decided to take a deep dive into the annals to bring you a list of the most controversial* sponsors to ever plaster their brand on a racing cyclist.In no particular order, get ready for greenwashing, sportswashing, crypto, pyramid schemes, sex toys and an obligatory touch of The … Read more
The Fulcrum Rapid Red Carbon wheelset sits in the company’s gravel range, but the wheels are versatile enough to be used anywhere wider tyres are wanted thanks to a girthy rim width, loads of stiffness and a light weight. The attention to detail is impressive, and you are getting a lot of wheel for the … Read more
Former road cycling world champion Mario Cipollini has been sentenced to three years in prison for domestic violence, including injuring his former wife and stalking her.The 55 year old has also been ordered by a court in his home city of Lucca, Tuscany, to pay his ex-wife, Sabrina Landucci, €80,000 in compensation, reports Il Corriere … Read more
They might be designed for beginners, but Triban’s Men’s Cycling Bib Shorts RC100 aren’t restricted to those new to throwing a leg over the saddle. With a comfortable pad and a reasonably tailored fit, these are ideal for anyone looking for cycling shorts on a budget.A quick scan through any of our review sections highlights … Read more
Just a handful of minutes is all it takes. So much chasing and preparation has gone into getting there, and then the crucial moment arrives. It’s all in; hot and sweaty, your heart is pumping and your body is throbbing and jittering with a mixture of agony and perverted ecstasy. If pulled off to perfection, it all … Read more
This week’s highlights from our pile of cool things in for review include Wahoo’s updated Elemnt Roam cycle computer, some endurance tyres from the big S, brown shorts (not like that), a front bike light with claimed “automotive tech” and a backpack designed specifically for bikepacking fans. You can expect to see these and many more … Read more
The Abus Hud-Y Helmet is well-styled for urban use and comes with commuter-friendly features including a bright USB-rechargeable rear LED. It’s a little on the expensive side, though, and the narrow fit won’t suit everyone.One of several urban styled helmets in Abus’s range, the Hud-Y is similar to the Urban-I 3.0 MIPS I tested last year, … Read more
