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Oakley officially launches Kato sunglasses first spotted being worn by Chris Froome
Oakley has finally released details of its Kato sunglasses that were first seen on the faces of Chris Froome and Sam Bennett. The Kato is said to be inspired by comic book superheroes and certainly has a distinctive design.We first spotted the design being worn late last year in the Vuelta a Espana. Chris Froome … Read more
New Motion Labs reinvents sprocket for increased efficiency
UK based startup New Motion Labs has revealed its new sprocket design, the Enduo Evolve, for increased drivetrain efficiency, longer lifetime and less friction.The new sprocket design is said to enable a conventional roller-chain to transfer power on both sides of the sprocket tooth by ‘Dual Engagement’ and contains half the number of teeth of a normal … Read more
Strava is down this morning for many users after major update
Strava is down for many users this morning after a major update to the popular fitness tracking app including, as we reported on yesterday, a new interface.> New look incoming to Strava’s app layoutThe new features aim to make the app easier for athletes to use – but many took to Twitter this morning to say … Read more
Shimano IC1 Indoor Cycling Shoes
Shimano’s IC1 shoe is designed for your indoor riding, and it’s decent enough for steady state stuff, but the retention system isn’t quite right, and the insole isn’t that comfortable either.The IC1 is specifically designed for indoor training. Specifically, it’s designed to be really well vented, easy to get on and off, and comfy to … Read more
Apidura releases new technical City Backpack with subtle looks
Apidura’s City Series sees the London-based bikepacking specialist bring over its precision crafted technical gear to the urban environment with a new stylish functional City Backpack for urban cyclists.The new City Backpack is designed to transition seamlessly between a wet commute, working day and evening social activities, “without drawing attention to the fact you arrived … Read more
What “Golden Age for Cycling”? The English council spending least on active travel is home to Boris Johnson’s constituency
A year ago today, Boris Johnson heralded “a new Golden Age for cycling” – but figures compiled by Cycling UK show that the council spending least on active travel in England is the London borough that is home to the Prime Minister’s own constituency.According to the figures, which have been compiled ahead of today’s local … Read more
Morgan Blue Professional Chain Cleaner
Morgan Blue Chain Cleaner is incredibly effective at shifting caked-on grime from drivetrains. It’s reasonably priced, but there are questions about its eco credentials.I used this same chain cleaner many years ago, and was always impressed by its cleaning abilities. Nothing seems to have changed, that I can tell. Just spray it directly on your … Read more
Bolton Abbey denies using security guards to turn away cyclists
The Bolton Abbey estate in Wharfedale, North Yorkshire has denied employing security guards to turn cyclists away from a bridge leading to a popular café there, saying instead that members of staff will at times outline to visitors restrictions brought in during the coronavirus pandemic – but have no powers to enforce them.As we reported … Read more