The Tifosi Auriga Disc Chorus 12x Hydro is a fast-feeling aero bike, with a lovely looking frameset adorned with Campagnolo’s smooth-shifting Chorus groupset. The wheels are a little on the entry-level side, though, and add a bit of weight.Just one look at the Auriga Disc lets you know it is a bike with purpose. This … Read more
Jamie rather liked the Lauf Seigla that he reviewed earlier this year, but since it is sticking around for some long-term testing, he’s been unable to stop himself from changing up a few things about the spec.In our Staff Bikes series, we’re taking a look at the bikes that we ride every day. Hopefully, it’ll … Read more
A man undertaking a 300-mile ride on a penny farthing bike while dressed as a Viking was told by police not to bring his sword and axe into central London.Dr Steve Payne, aged 59 and from Cambridgeshire, is aiming to raise awareness of homelessness during his ride, reports Mail Online.But Metropolitan Police officers advised him not … Read more
Nox Sox Pedal Covers are an effective way to protect your bikes, your shins and the interior of your vehicle when transporting bikes.Made in Cornwall from 3mm wetsuit neoprene, the premise of these is very simple: they slip over your pedals, secure with plastic buttons, and… job done. They come in two sizes: small for … Read more
The Scribe Inception Aero Wide+ 42-D Carbon Wheelset is a great set of wheels at a very impressive price. The wide rims make for excellent aero qualities, and the only real sacrifice you make to more expensive wheelsets using the same rims is in the hub internals and a little additional weight.Scribe has really broken … Read more
The uninsured and unlicensed driver of a 32-tonne tipper truck, who was under the influence of cocaine when he hit and killed a mum-of-two cycling at a notoriously dangerous roundabout in Oxford, has been jailed for eight years.Robert Whiting pleaded guilty to causing death by dangerous driving over the collision which killed University of Oxford academic Dr Ling Felce at … Read more
Does a gravel bike have any right to look this good, and should it have more tyre clearance? Check out BMC’s new Kaius race machine, new clothing from MAAP and Rapha, a potential solution to preventing bike thefts and all things environmental from Bolle and Islabikes in this edition of Tech of the Week… BMC launches Kaius gravel race … Read more
Finish Line’s Speed Bicycle Chain Degreaser cleans your drivetrain and brakes quickly with little to no effort, and it dries fast as well. It’s not perfect in terms of cleaning performance, but the biggest downside for me is just how wasteful and inefficient it is.‘Melts away chain grease’ it says on the back of the … Read more
In a bizarre statement, which has been heavily criticised by many, Jumbo-Visma and Primož Roglič insinuated that the crash which saw an end to the Slovenian’s quest for a fourth straight Vuelta a España win was caused by British rider Fred Wright.In the long-read article published on the team’s website midway through yesterday’s stage, where Wright ultimately finished second … Read more
Ah, motor doping. Cycling’s most 21st century form of cheating was put back in the spotlight during the Vuelta a España after retired pro Jérôme Pineau made headlines by claiming Jumbo-Visma’s success, notably Sepp Kuss’ Tourmalet performance, was a result of nefarious mechanical means.Pineau — who rode for Quick-Step for five seasons and won a Giro d’Italia stage during his 16-year … Read more
