Published patent applications can tell us a lot about the directions cycling technologies may be heading, and here we’re going to see how those filed by Shimano in the lead up to the launch of the Dura-Ace 9200 groupset in August 2021 gave us an early indication of what was possibly on the way. About the … Read more
A sign claiming Oxford is “a cycling city” has been covered with the message “one month, two dead cyclists”, as questions continue to be asked following the second death on the city’s roads since February.Local reporter Tom Seaward spotted the sign, welcoming road users on the B480 to the city, had been defaced with red tape covering the “cycling city” line. On the … Read more
The Nopinz Pro-1 All Season Skinsuit is brilliant for cyclo-cross racing and will cover you well for early-season time trials and circuit races. The Lycra is heavier than typical and just warm enough to see you through the initial chill of the start of a race, and the price, number pocket and fit are all … Read more
Yet another driver in our Near Miss of the Day series who ‘Must Get In Front’ – also known as MGIF – of a cyclist, this time as they both turn left on the same corner, and who almost takes out the rider on the apex of the bend.It happened last summer on Waterloo Road … Read more
The B’Twin City Cycling Rain Overtrousers are worth a look if you’re looking for protection from the weather and don’t want to spend too much. These overtrousers are at their best on shorter journeys when you’re not in a hurry, journeys for which the waterproofing and breathability are adequate. The overshoes are a nice feature … Read more
A graphic posted to Twitter by a user in Salford urging people to “Fight Putin – Ride a Bike” has gone viral on the social network, getting retweeted by the leader of the Green Party in Sweden, and also being downloaded so it can be put on the back of a bicycle to show support … Read more
More classics action, more lovely sunny conditions about and more cool cycling gear on test – here’s a look at some of the best bits our reviewers are testing at the moment…Sundried Men’s Road Cycle Shoes£130These are Sundried’s second-tier performance road shoes that are compatible with both Look Keo and SPD-SL cleats. This spec features a single atop … Read more
Ex-world champion and Giro d’Italia winner Gianni Bugno has escaped with nothing worse than 10 stitches after being knocked over by a motorcyclist riding a Harley-Davidson last Friday.The incident happened at around 3pm on Friday near the Parco della Villa Reale in Monza, just north of Milan, reports the Corriere della Sera.According to local police, … Read more
I reckon the Prime Primavera Shorty Carbon Saddle is an instant classic. I found it comfortable straight out of the box thanks to its flowing shape and perfectly judged padding. For a full carbon saddle, it’s well priced too.Short-nosed saddles on road bikes have been around for a while now. I have changed all of … Read more
