Sir Dave Brailsford has been appointed Director of Sport across the entire portfolio that Ineos sponsors – including not only the cycling team which, as Team Sky and Ineos Grenadiers he has helped guide to 12 Grand Tour titles, but also in sailing, Formula 1 and rugby union, among others.The move had been widely predicted … Read more
A driver has admitted causing the death by careless driving of an off-duty police officer in Wales, but has denied the more serious charge of causing death by dangerous driving.Simon Draper, aged 42, who entered his pleas at Swansea Crown Court, will now stand trial on the more serious charge – which carries a maximum … Read more
The DexShell Pro Visibility Waterproof Cycling Socks are highly effective for the colder, wetter and murkier months. They’re a smart choice for those who, like yours truly, aren’t fond of overshoes, and unlike socks with TPU liners they don’t become uncomfortably clammy. Just be aware that their heavier tog weight means they’re better suited to … Read more
WiggleCRC has formally come under new ownership as Signa Sports United (SSU), the Berlin-based online retailer which announced in June that it was buying the UK business, made its New York Stock Exchange debut on Wednesday.The acquisition of WiggleCRC was tied to SSU’s IPO, which was achieved through the group’s merger, also announced in June, … Read more
We’re back on the same stretch of road in Buckinghamshire for the second time in a week in our Near Miss of the Day series today, this time featuring a driver performing a dangerous overtake on a pair of cyclists, passing the second of them just as another motorist is coming from the opposite direction.The … Read more
The Gore Ability Thermo Bib Tights+ Womens are plenty warm enough and provide windproofing where it is needed. Unfortunately, the execution leaves a lot to be desired, the result being a restrictive sensation that leaves you feeling like you’re working against the tights rather than having them move seamlessly with you.The tights are certainly warm, … Read more
Monton’s Urban+ Traveler Essentials Waterproof Case is the ideal size for a phone and essentials like cards and ID, and it easily slips into a jersey pocket to keep your stuff safe and organised. It’s well made in general, though despite the name it’s really not waterproof.I use small cases like the Urban+ all the … Read more
Two in three drivers – at the very least – are unaware of new Highway Code rules due to come into effect at the end of next month and which are aimed at protecting vulnerable road users such as cyclists and pedestrians, says the AA, which polled 13,000 of its members on the subject.Telegraph.co.uk reports … Read more
