The Specialized Tarmac SL8 Comp offers an exceptional frameset with a few spec compromises. A couple of component changes would transform the bike into a fast and comfortable machine, but at RRP, there are better ways to spend your moneyThere are two aspects to the first impression of the SL8 Comp. Firstly, despite the budget … Read more
Specialized said that Chinese police and e-commerce giant Alibaba “deserve immense recognition” after a manufacturer of counterfeit bike parts was bust as part of the largest counterfeit case in the bike manufacturer’s history.Seven people have been arrested after approximately $1.6 million (£1.13 million) worth of fake goods were seized as part of raids in the city of Hangzhou. … Read more
British Cycling has announced it is hiring consultants to secure new “strategic investment partners” as part of a business shake-up that will see its commercial interests and events portfolio transferred into a new company.British Cycling Ventures (BCV) will absorb all commercial activity previously run by the governing body, and will be tasked with “leverag[ing] British … Read more
Spending over £100 on mudguards might sound excessive, but if you rack up miles through winter grime, or simply ride throughout the year, the right set can be worth every penny. The Portland Design Works Full Metal Fenders are regarded by many as some of the best available, and I agree – they’re one of … Read more
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageIt’s starting to feel a lot like Christmas at road.cc HQ, with power meters, smart lights, winter kit, pro-level wheels, and accessories all piling up under our tree. There’s plenty to put through its paces over the coming weeks, so here’s a sneak … Read more
An Oxfordshire councillor is planning on cycling every day in the run-up to Christmas to raise money for the legal battle against a congestion charge.Currently, motorists face a £5 charge for driving through six roads at certain times without a permit. This is a temporary charge to reduce traffic in the city during Network Rail’s closure … Read more
Former world champion Lotte Kopecky has spoken out about the persistent taboo she feels around menstruation in professional cycling, and she’s urging more open conversations about its effect on performance. “I used to suffer from it a lot, too – my body retained a lot of fluid. If that comes back every month and coincides with an … Read more
