CloseTheGap has launched new “louder, easier to use” HideMyBell out-front computer mounts with subtly integrated bells. The Regular2 and Insider2 options include 95 decibel (dB) bike bells that can be “rung blind, with hands on your bars”.2021 CloseTheGap HideMyBell regular2_web_outside3 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)> 12 of the best bicycle bells to get you heard on the roadThe … Read more
Impressively weatherproof, sleek and integrated, PRO’s new top tube bag is a hardy ride addition, with enough space to satisfy most needs.Several years ago, few outside of triathlon desired a top tube bag, but now hardly a month goes by without another one (or two) hitting the market. It’s found new fans among bikepackers, endurance … Read more
Castelli has launched its new all-weather Premio Black bib shorts which are made from a single engineered fabric that’s designed to support the body like a second skin. Castelli says that the structure of this fabric varies in different areas, allowing it to reduce the number of panels, seams, and inserts to a minimum to improve comfort and performance. It … Read more
La Passione’s Grace Bib Shorts are the Italian brand’s sole bib short offering for women. These use quality materials and provide comfort for mid-distance rides, as well as breathability for more intense efforts. The leg length is decent, but bear in mind the straps are cut slightly short and aren’t particularly stretchy, so these don’t … Read more
A cyclist in Australia has been fined A$1,000 (£548) for talking on her mobile phone while riding her bike.The incident happened last week in Ayr, near Townsville in Queensland, a state in which cyclists are bound by the same laws as motorists, reports Daily Mail Australia.Other states and territories in Australia also have rules regarding … Read more
London-based havebike, which claims to be the UK’s largest independent bike repair company, has turned to crowdsourced investment site Seedr.com to raise funds to expand outside the capital to other cities across the country.The business, which offers a collect, repair and return service for maintenance and repairs, with bookings made online and three levels of … Read more
It was another weekend of dodging showers and inevitably getting caught in at least three of them, but we hope you still got plenty of miles in! The not-so-pleasant weather didn’t stop our team of reviewers getting out and testing some cool stuff. Here are some of the best things we’re currently testing ahead of … Read more
Roval has trickled down technology from its flagship performance gravel Terra CLX wheelset to the Terra C for less than half the price, as well as introducing a new Terra handlebar with an “egg” shaped profile, shallow drop and short reach for dealing with the demands of rough terrain.2021 Roval Terra CL VanWeelden (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)On … Read more
Part of the company’s urban-focused luggage range, the Altura Thunderstorm City 20 Pannier delivers fully waterproof load-carrying capability in a smart and durable package, with good commuter features. It could lend itself to a spot of touring, too, though it is a bit pricey.One of the first things you notice about this pannier, other than … Read more
