A taxi driver has been jailed for two years after deliberately aiming an eight-seater minibus at a cyclist who had confronted him about his dangerous driving.The BBC reports that 60-year-old Charles Yorston steered the minibus, which contained passengers at the time, at cyclist Andrew Learmonth as he drew level with the motorist’s window.31-year-old prison officer … Read more
Team Bahrain-Victorious has two of Merida’s best bikes available for the Tour de France, but when the race enters the crucial mountain stages, the Scultura will be the machine that the climbers reach for. Here’s a close look at their race setup. Merida Scultura (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Before the Tour kicked off in Denmark, … Read more
The Madison Sportive Women’s Bib Shorts are budget friendly, with many of the features of more premium shorts. The pad is excellent for long rides, the cross-over strap design makes for easy toilet breaks, and overall they are very comfortable, though the bib section can be quite warm.As the name suggests, the shorts are aimed … Read more
A Labour transport spokesperson has branded the Cycle to Work scheme “outdated” and “no longer fit for purpose”.Elly Baker, a member of the London Assembly for Labour, claimed that the initiative, which has now been running for two decades and enables people to gain tax breaks on purchases of bikes and accessories through salary sacrifice, … Read more
Boris Johnson’s resignation today as Conservative Party leader – he plans to stay on as Prime Minister until the autumn to allow time for his successor to be chosen, although it is widely expected a caretaker will take on the role – signals the end of what has been the most chaotic premiership of my lifetime, and … Read more
It’s been quite the start to the Tour de France, hasn’t it? We’ve been treated to the joyous, electric atmosphere of the Danish Grand Départ, scintillating sprint showdowns and tales of redemption, the one-man Wout show, and yesterday’s chaos, carnage and crashes on the cobbles of Northern France.> Subscribe to GCN+ hereThe 2022 Tour de … Read more
The Tour de France is a sponsor’s dream with millions of viewers tuning in to watch their favourite riders, teams and equipment get put to the ultimate test. It’s no surprise, then, that this time of year is so popular for new releases, and loads of new bikes, components and items of clothing are making their Tour … Read more
The Restrap Race Top Tube Bag prioritises functionality and quality – the construction, finishing and durability are all first class. This longer than average (for a 1.5L) design won’t be for everyone, but if you need quick cockpit access for competitive events, it’s great.This offers a 1.5 litre capacity, is 370mm at its longest, 110mm … Read more
On stage five of the 2014 Tour de France, a wet and wild jaunt over treacherous cobbles on the way to Arenberg, Vincenzo Nibali effectively sealed his first and only overall triumph at the world’s biggest bike race.The Italian, riding in the company of classics specialist Lars Boom and teammate Jakob Fuglsang, was a picture … Read more
