Nairo Quintana has performed on a Colombian version of the Masked Singer – dressed as a chameleon. Scenes of the little Colombian, not necessarily known for his extroverted character, ‘dancing’ and singing have now gone viral.The show, which was pre-recorded, was broadcast just hours after Quintana crossed the line in 11th place at Il Lombardia. The Masked Singer is a TV show … Read more
The summer has come to close (too soon) here, but that’s why it’s time to start thinking about plans for future sunny rides to push through the tough winter ahead. Here’s why I think you should consider Girona for your next off-road getaway in Europe for the terrain, the weather, the endless trails and dirt roads … Read more
A ‘pervert’ driver exposed himself to a female cyclist while pretending to ask her for directions as she rode home. Paul Lovatt pulled alongside the victim in his car and rolled down the window before performing a sex act on himself while asking the woman ‘if she knew where King Street was’.The ‘horrified’ woman shouted at him and, as … Read more
A cycle lane in Sheffield has been branded ‘a bit crap’ by a local councillor – because cars are still allowed to park in it.Double yellow lines were painted the length of Clarkehouse Road but because the cycle lane is classed as ‘advisory’, blue badge holders are still allowed to park there.Coun Douglas Johnson, Executive member for transports, told a … Read more
Every so often a new lube claims to be the elixir of chain life, offering cleaner/smoother/longer-lasting running with no downsides. Wolf Tooth’s WT-1 Chain Lube may be the first I’ve tried that really delivers everything I want from it – and quite a bit more besides.WT-1 is not just a lube, apparently – it’s ‘premium … Read more
Detectives are investigating after a female cyclist was attacked with a metal pole while riding through central London. The victim, in her 30s, was injured at 7pm on Stamford Hill on Thursday by a male cyclist who followed her for a short while before launching the brutal assault. Paramedics were scrambled to the scene and treated the woman for a head wound.A … Read more
The Pirelli P Zero SmarTube is the lightest in its range of thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) inner tubes. It is exceptionally light, just 39g on the road.cc Scales of Truth, improves ride comfort, and provides better puncture resistance than lightweight butyl tubes. If you are unfortunate enough to puncture, though, a repair is a little more … Read more
Google Maps has announced it will be releasing a new ‘lite’ navigation system designed for cyclists. The new update will allow you to see details about your current trip without the need to constantly keep turning your phone’s screen on.It essentially allows you to see your current ETA and any changes in elevation along the route at a glance – useful if you … Read more
Parkrun has been accused of ‘normalising violent driving’ by asking if participants knew anyone who could keep up with the Electric Mini – which has a top speed of 93mph. The not-for-profit organisation is sponsored by Mini Electric and this week it posted a Tweet which read: “Our friends @MINIUK have another feel-good fact!“At top speed (93mph), the MINI Electric would race by the … Read more
A police officer was knocked off his bike and dragged 30 metres along the road by a driver who was so poor sighted he immediately had his licence revoked. Following the incident Northumbria Police has issued a warning urging people to make sure they regularly get their eyesight tested. The 68-year-old driver pleaded guilty to careless driving after the incident in Cramlington … Read more
