Hackney’s voters go to the polls on 5 May to elect the borough’s next mayor, and the Conservative party’s candidate hopes to prevent a Labour “coronation” by promising to scrap Low Traffic Neighbourhoods (LTNs) in the area.19-year-old Law student Oliver Hall says that he will, if elected, immediately put a stop to the introduction of … Read more
The famous Italian groupset manufacturer Campagnolo is growing its range of accessories, with the latest addition being an 18-litre capacity waterproof backpack so fans of the brand can commute in style… and it looks to be packed with useful features for easy organising too.Campagnolo_cycling_backpack_1 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)“The cycling backpack seeks to offer the perfect … Read more
The Specialized S-Works 7 Lace road shoes combine a super-stiff sole with supple uppers that hold your foot firmly yet comfortably, although the lack of on-the-fly adjustability goes with the territory for laced shoes.We reviewed the Specialized S-Works 7 road shoes – with two Boa dials and a strap – back in 2020, saying that … Read more
Ribble Weldtite Pro Cycling will be racing on Ribble’s Ultra SL R Team Edition this year, and here it is in the UCI Continental Road Team’s livery. It’s a distinctive 2022 Team Edition Custom Colour design featuring a Midnight Ink, Fresh Mandarin and Alpine White palette with a metallic finish. 2022 Ribble Ultra SL R … Read more
It’s right up there on the pricing front but the Velocio Zero Cycling Cap delivers on quality and performance. It’s warm, well made and very, very comfortable.The winter cycling cap hasn’t really evolved much over the years in terms of design, and Velocio hasn’t tried to change that. What it has done, though, is to … Read more
Earlier in the week a district council in Devon made headlines after announcing an extension of a public space protection order banning dog walkers from using long leads near cycle paths or highways.Those who use leads longer than one metre risk on-the-spot £100 fines when the rules come into effect from April.> Cyclists’ safety highlighted as dog walkers … Read more
The Proviz Classic Men’s Tour Cycling Jacket is a waterproof, breathable softshell design with a sportier cut than some commuter models, so well suited to steady day rides. It’s more comfortable on milder days than the breathability figures and weight might suggest, but I do feel it could do with a breast pocket in addition … Read more
Chapter2 has revealed its top-tier aero road UCI-approved Koko frameset which features Kammtail sections for aero gains as well as an adjustable compliance dual-position seat clamp which is said to allow riders to dial in the ride feel they’re after.“The Koko might be the fastest, most comfortable aero platform available,” Chapter2 reckons. 2022 Chapter2 Koko 9 (Image Credit: Farrelly … Read more
Lawmakers in the US state of Colorado are considering a bill which would allow cyclists to roll through stop signs and proceed at red traffic lights if the route is clear.The so-called ‘Idaho Stop’ law allows those on bikes to slow to 10mph when approaching a stop sign, before proceeding if it is clear of vehicles, … Read more
