Vitus has redesigned its ZX-1 road bike to provide “up to 45% less drag than the previous ZX-1 when built as a full bike” – which is a massive claim.Read our review of the Vitus ZX-1 Despite claiming the above drag reduction, Vitus says that “we’re not going to tell you this bike will make you X … Read more
Shimano’s S-Phyre RC902 shoes are stiff, comfortable and hold the foot securely during big power efforts. There are changes over the previous model, the RC9, but the basics stay the same. This is a comfortable, well-thought-out pair of race shoes.Just like saddles, shoes are highly individual pieces of kit. What works for me might not … Read more
Silca has unveiled a 3D-printed titanium computer mount called Mensola that’s made in a latticework design to increase strength and save weight. Silca says that it is six to 12 times stronger than designs made by traditional methods, weighs as little as 27g, and takes both Garmin and Wahoo bike computers. Oh, and it’s priced … Read more
A driver who cut a corner at a junction, forcing a cyclist to stop, then for good measure told him to “f*ck off” is today’s offering in our Near Miss of the Day series.Filmed in Middlesbrough, the clip was sent in by road.cc reader Nigel, who told us that it happened as he prepared to … Read more
A lorry driver has been jailed for killing a cyclist in Hull. The victim, 55-year-old Pat Field, had been riding his bike to work each day to get fit for his daughter’s wedding.He died on 7 August 2019 from injuries sustained a fortnight earlier when Andrew Darkin, aged 50, ran him over as he rode … Read more
Guidelines for reporting road traffic collisions, aimed at the UK media, have been officially launched today, with supporters highlighting that by following the guidance, the press can play a role in making the streets safer for everyone including vulnerable road users.The Road Collision Reporting Guidelines were co-ordinated by journalist and road.cc contributor Laura Laker working alongside … Read more
This article contains links to retailers. Purchases made after clicking on those links may help support road.cc by earning us a commission. Find out more about road.cc buyer’s guides. Contents The best saddles you can buy Honourable mentions Everything you need to know about bike saddles Cafe wisdom: road.cc readers weigh in on saddles Your … Read more
Heads up! It’s time for another Drink at Your Desk Live! This time we’ll be chatting to Eurosport’s Orla Chennaoui, and we’ll also be running a competition to win a pair of Sidi Sixty shoes worth £350. We’ll be live on Facebook and YouTube from 6.30pm on Friday.If you’ve been watching the Giro d’Italia on Eurosport … Read more
The Vittoria Air-Liner Road Tubeless inserts are designed to allow you to ride on if you lose pressure in your tyres. The system works, but it is a little tricky to fit and the system isn’t suitable for every situation. That said, they’re excellent at keeping the tyre on the rim.Tubeless inserts are nothing new. … Read more
