Huge potholes force drivers onto ‘opposite side of road’

A cyclist has complained that potholes in his local area are now so big cars are forced to drive onto the other side of the road to get round them. Jason Bromfield said that he is ‘amazed’ the council have not filled in the ‘six inch deep’ potholes as a matter of urgency.The 43-year-old said he has to weave around … Read more

Joe’s No Flats Tubeless Ready Kit – Eco Sealant

The Joe’s No Flats Tubeless Ready Eco Sealant Kit contains all the bits and bobs you need get your tubeless-ready hoops up and rolling. It may not be as flashy as some, but this simple yet well-equipped selection is decent value and has been trouble-free on my gravel wheelset for over 1000km.Whether you’re a fan … Read more

Driver jailed for 18 years for killing two cyclists

A motorist in the USA has been jailed for 18 years after he killed two cyclists with his SUV before fleeing the scene.Ryan Miettinen Jr, struck Coleen Huling, 29, and Melissa Williamson, 25, and was charged with two counts of failure to stop at the scene of an accident when at fault, resulting in death.After the 22-year-old struck a … Read more

7mesh Fading Light socks

7mesh Fading Light Socks are thin and light, ideal for summer, reassuringly well constructed, and available in six other colours.These mid-length socks have a cuff of 7.5in, which is perhaps a little tall for summer road rides, but great if you want to add a bit more protection.> Find your nearest dealer here> Buy these … Read more

Two appear in court charged with death of Hartlepool cyclist

Two people have appeared in court charged with causing the death by dangerous driving of a Hartlepool cyclist last year.Graham Pattison, aged 49, sustained fatal injuries following a collision between a Ford Fiesta and Audi TT on 24 July last year, reports Gazette Live.He was taken to James Cook University Hospital in Middlesbrough, but medical … Read more

Torq aTac Cold & Flu Relief

Torq aTac Cold & Flu Relief is a powdered drink mix that aims to reduce the severity and duration of cold and flu symptoms at their first sign, or can be used as a preventive measure during hard training blocks/times when the immune system may be suppressed. It’s available in either orange or lime flavours … Read more

Near Miss of the Day 580: “Super close pass at speed”

The registered keeper of a van which was driven past a cyclist at speed was fined in court for failing to disclose who was behind the steering wheel at the time if the incident.The YouTube user who filmed the clip, MCR Cyclist described it as a “super close pass at speed” but said that when “the Metropolitan … Read more

Trek unveils updated Bontrager Circuit Road Cycling Shoes

Bontrager has redesigned its versatile Circuit Road Cycling Shoes to deliver what it calls “a level of luxury and style typically reserved for far pricier models”. Let’s see what these £129.99 shoes have to offer…> 2017 review of the previous model: Bontrager Circuit Road Shoe“[The Circuit Road Cycling Shoe] is equal parts stiff and comfortable, making … Read more