Roadcc Archives

E-bikes would replace over 100 million car trips a year if Government met cycling target

Adam Yates goes running (he’s pretty quick) + other fast-running cyclists; Are airless tyres the future?; 10 reasons drivers get angry at cyclists; Tom Pidcock’s app; “Staggering” thefts + vandalism halt bikeshare scheme; Bollards! + more on the live blog

DT Swiss increases stability, decreases drag with updated ERC wheel range

DT Swiss has updated its ERC endurance wheels in collaboration with Swiss Side, offering new carbon rim shapes that are said to combine improved crosswind stability with lower drag, an increased rim inner width, and the brand’s latest generation Aero Dicut hubs with Ratchet EXP technology. Whereas DT Swiss’ ARC wheels are designed for all-out race … Read more

Knog Blinder Road 600 Front Light

The Knog Blinder Road 600 Front Light is quick and easy to mount, has a durable design and doesn’t require a separate lead to charge it. It’s best suited to extending commutes home, although brighter lights are available for the same price (or less).It’s that time of year again… the clocks have changed, post-work rides … Read more

Cyclist threatened with weapon and robbed of bike while on board a train

Police are appealing for information after a cyclist was threatened with a weapon and robbed of his bike on board a train near Glasgow last month.British Transport Police say that the robbery happened at just before 4.30pm on Tuesday 26 October on a Glasgow Central to Lanark service.While the train was travelling between Bellshill and Carluke, the … Read more

Five cool things coming soon from Sidi, Santini, Gore, Vulpine and Drift Innovation

It’s definitely getting nippier; squeezing in a ride before work means lots of wrapping up! Our team of reviewers have been heading out to test some gear so you’re ready to tackle the winter ahead. Here’s a sneak peak of some of the neatest bits we’ll have full reviews for you to read soon…Vulpine Men’s … Read more

When should you get new cleats?

Cleats gradually wear out over time and stop working as they should, so you need to swap them periodically, but exactly when are they due a change?The amount of time that cleats last depends on a host of factors including the brand you use, your mileage, your riding style, conditions, how far you walk in … Read more

Winter e-bike tips: bike and battery care in colder weather

SCOTT’s new Gravel shoe gets ‘gravel up’ design

Raleigh Mission Evo helmet

Raleigh’s Mission Evo helmet is an affordable option with good ventilation. With a rear light and a detachable peak, it’s a versatile one too, and really doesn’t deserve an ‘entry level’ label – even if its price suggests it.If you simply want a well-ventilated helmet that offers comfort and doesn’t look like a bowl, you can’t … Read more