Roval Rapide C38

The Roval Rapide C38 wheels are handbuilt and designed for use both on road and gravel surfaces, making them a very versatile choice. During testing they have been dependable, and the choice of DT Swiss components, including brass spoke nipples, mean durability should be excellent, although this does compromise weight a little. There are cheaper … Read more

Bike at Bedtime: check out Cannondale’s SuperSix Evo Carbon Disc 105

The SuperSix Evo is the lightweight road bike in Cannondale’s range, sitting alongside the aero SystemSix, although the latest incarnation comes with a bunch of features designed to reduce drag too. 2021 Cannondale SuperSix Evo Carbon Disc 105 – riding 1 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Adding aero features to lightweight road bikes has been a … Read more

Pactimo Summit Stratos Range Bib Shorts

The Summit Stratos Range Bibs are Pactimo’s most expensive bib shorts. They are designed for long rides and have useful cargo pockets. They cost £186, but they are hands down the most comfortable bib shorts I’ve tried.Pactimo says the Summit Stratos Range Bibs are designed for ‘guaranteed comfort on extreme adventures, all-day rides and self-supported … Read more

Built in Britain: Behind the scenes at Gun Control Custom Paint

If you’ve been following our Built in Britain series with Muc-Off, you’ll know that back in May we raffled off what is going to be one very nice bike indeed, raising £3,764 for the mental health charity CALM. A Rourke handbuilt frame, Pacenti Cycle Design wheels and a very special paintjob from Gun Control Custom Paint are all … Read more

Liverpool’s climate emergency chief decides to rip out pop-up cycle lane

Liverpool City Council’s cabinet member for climate emergency, transport and environment has said that a protected cycle lane installed on the city’s West Derby Road will be removed, saying it was installed with no consultation and has caused motor traffic congestion, resulting in a leading cycling campaign group questioning the council’s commitment to tackling climate change.The … Read more

SunGod Sierras

The SunGod Sierra sunglasses are ideal for casual town riding, shorter commutes or just a casual look when on the bike. The lightweight design is comfortable on the face, the 4KO polarised lenses provide a clear view of the road, and the option to customise the design as standard makes them a decent deal.Casual sunglasses … Read more