Black Inc Twenty wheelset

Black Inc’s Twenty wheelset delivers stiffness that belies its unbelievable weight, or lack of, and the overall build quality and finish is exceptional. The price may look steep, but they’re still competitive when it comes to value.As a larger, powerful rider, going sub-1,500g on wheels usually sees me be able to get a fair amount of lateral … Read more

Your favourite routes on komoot: the three winners have been chosen!

We asked you to share your best routes with us on komoot for the chance to win a top-of-the-range Garmin Edge 1030… and you didn’t disappoint, with plenty of epic routes uploaded. Unfortunately we couldn’t pick ’em all, and after shortlisting eventually our judging panel (including Stef Amato of pannier.cc) picked three winners – one road, one … Read more

Updated: Anna Kiesenhofer’s Olympic gold medal-winning Scott Addict

When Anna Kiesenhofer attacked at kilometre 0 during the women’s Olympic road race last month, few gave the move much of a chance. Very rarely does the early escape make it all the way to the line, especially in major finals; but this one did, and Kiesenhofer took full advantage.> Anna Kiesenhofer wins surprise gold in … Read more

Spatzwear BurnR Gilet

Spatzwear makes some bold claims for its BurnR Gilet, and gives the thing a bold price to match. It makes for cosy riding, but the squeezy fit can start to annoy.I thought someone was sending me saucy underwear when this turned up in the post. Seriously folks, the tiny shreds of black fabric that comprise … Read more