A Conservative councillor in Brighton and Hove – who last year threatened to cover up a bike lane used by schoolchildren with black paint unless it was immediately removed – has launched a petition calling for HGVs to be banned from residential areas as they put schoolchildren in danger.In August 2021 councillor Dawn Barnett offered … Read more
Even in this medium size, the Lezyne Grip Drive HP Mini Pump is small enough to fit in a frame bag, rear jersey pocket or rucksack while still having the oomph to get a decent amount of air into a high-pressure tyre away from home or the workshop. The hose provides handy extra length and puts … Read more
Greater Manchester Police have appealed for witnesses after a female cyclist was killed in a collision with a motorist on a major road in Ashton-under-Lyne on Tuesday.This latest tragedy involving a cyclist in Greater Manchester comes just two days after a cyclist was left fighting for their life following a “serious collision” in the south … Read more
Disc brakes have gradually taken over from rim brakes in the pro peloton since the UCI first allowed them to be trialled in 2015 and they’ve become the default option offered on most mid-level and top-tier road bikes, but is there continuing technological innovation to support their use? We’ve looked at patents from Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo … Read more
If you use a wheel/tyre system that takes inner tubes, a new white paper from Vittoria explains how to choose between butyl, latex and TPU (thermoplastic plastic) options.The Bicycle Inner Tube Materials and Applications white paper has been written by Ken Avery, Vittoria’s senior vice president, product development, and it covers the three main types … Read more
A man has pleaded guilty to two counts of robbery in connection with a break-in at former world champion Mark Cavendish’s home last November.28-year-old Ali Sesay, of Rainham, east London, admitted to stealing Cavendish’s watch, phone and safe, along with his wife Peta’s watch, phone and suitcase.Sesay, along with two other men, had previously pleaded … Read more
It’s coming up to that time of year when we all jump back on the indoor trainers, and for many of us that means one thing: Zwift. In a bid to stay ahead of the curve, the online riding platform is continually updating its features, and here’s what you can expect to see over the coming weeks and … Read more
The Endura Women’s Pro FS260-Pro S/S Jersey is a decent quality top for the money. It has a more relaxed fit than Endura’s description might suggest, which should make it appealing for a range of cyclists, though the cut won’t suit all.The main fabric is a little plasticky feeling compared with more premium options, and … Read more
