The Delta Bike Hook Hinged takes up less space and is often more convenient than the common fixed types. It is easy to load and has enough space for everything from deep carbon road wheels to wide mountain bike tyres.The design of the Delta is very similar to many others, with a metal plate that … Read more
A new global ranking that assesses cities for the quality of their cycling networks shows that UK cities have a lot of catching up to do with others around the world, none making the top 40 – although the compilers add that US cities could learn from the British capital prioritising active travel in its response … Read more
Aside from the competition, part of the fun of watching big races like the Tour de France is to check out the latest bikes and equipment that the pros are using. Keep your eyes open and you’ll occasionally spot stuff that has yet to be released, so what are the rules here and why are … Read more
Here’s something a bit different for our Near Miss of the Day series – a driver pulling out of a hospital into the path of a cyclist, almost sending the rider into it, at least in the figurative sense.It happened in Guernsey in the Channel Islands, with the road.cc reader who filmed it, Alex, telling … Read more
Time and time again Boardman has proved that it can deliver a lot of bike for the money, and it’s no different here with the ADV 8.9. For an entry-level gravel/adventure bike, its well-mannered handling will look after you should you be new to riding on a surface that moves beneath your tyres, and if … Read more
The velodrome in Cardiff where Olympic team pursuit champion and Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas got his start in cycling is set to be demolished due to the expansion of a local school – although there are plans for a new track to be installed in the Welsh capital’s International Sports Village.Subject to the … Read more
Well that other thing is all over and it didn’t quite go how we wanted it to (the English members of the road.cc team anyway)… then with Wimbledon finished and the Olympics starting in a week or so, it’s all eyes on the Tour de France! Is Pogacar’s win guaranteed, will Cav keep that green jersey all the … Read more
Back in May, we raffled a bike that will be custom-built by Rourke, painted by Gun Control Paint and have wheels from Pacenti Cycle Design. The £3,764 raised all goes to the mental health charity CALM, and our lucky raffle winner has been chosen… and before we reveal the finished dream bike, it’s time to pay … Read more
Specialized has added a laced version of its S-Works Recon gravel shoes for classic styling on the rough stuff. The move has also allowed for a simpler upper which Specialized says is more supple for a better fit.The S-Works Recon has been around for a few years and Specialized is at a point where it … Read more
