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ETC Snug Arm Warmers
These ETC Snug Arm Warmers share many of the same attributes of more expensive sleeves but cost just a tenner. They offer a good fit, they stay put, and work in temperatures typically found in early spring and late autumn.Arm warmers are a pretty simple concept: a tube of material to keep your arms warm … Read more
Endura pays tribute to sales manager Simon Richardson, killed in bike crash on easter Sunday
Cycle clothing firm Endura has paid tribute to its UK and international sales manager Simon Richardson, who was killed on Easter Sunday after he crashed while riding his bike near Henley-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.In a Facebook post, the brand, which is based in Scotland, said: “Rest in Peace Simon Richardson, beloved and universally respected Endura UK & … Read more
16 of the best short saddles – compare the new generation of fast seats
There are ever more short saddles on the market designed for those who like to spend time in an aggressive ride position. Here are 16 of the best short saddles. Short saddles work best for short, intense efforts like time trials Pressure-relieving cut-outs, once reserved for women’s saddles, help make it easier to stay in … Read more
Five cool things coming soon from Pacenti, Goodyear, Altura, Vaude and Bear Bones
Brrr, were you also back into full winter gear at the weekend? Hopefully this cold snap will come to an end soon! Our team of testers were out and about testing some valuable and handy bits of kit, here’s a round up of some of the best bits…Altura Nightvision Hurricane Waterproof Jacket£139.99Altura’s Nightvision Hurricane Waterproof … Read more
Strength training for cyclists: master muscle control for maximum on-bike gains
When it comes to converting your strength training to performance on the bike, you need exercises that help you learn the ability to create stiffness at times and in places where it’s needed, and to direct forces in the correct ways. > Strength training for cyclists part 4While many think of box jumps and jump rope … Read more
VeloChampion Missile Sunglasses
VeloChampion’s Missile Glasses offer good coverage and a secure and stable fit. The bundle includes clear and yellow lenses alongside the highly customisable main lens, and you can add a spare lens and a prescription lens adaptor too. They’re great and the value is high, but the frames are definitely best for those with small … Read more
Ribble Cycles opens new flagship showroom for a ‘sensory’ bike-buying experience
Ribble is blending digital with the physical to “create a unique, totally immersive and all-sensory consumer experience” with its new flagship showroom.2021 Ribble flagship showroom 2 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The new 2000sq ft showroom is in the heart of the Ribble Valley… in Clitheroe, more precisely. > Review: Ribble CGR Ti SportThe British ‘digital-first’ business says that … Read more
Mark Cavendish takes first win in more than three years
Mark Cavendish has taken his first win in more than three years, with the Deceuninck–Quick-Step rider out-sprinting his rivals to take the second stage of the Presidential Cycling Tour of Turkey in Konya today. “??’? ???? ??!” ? What an absolutely incredible moment for @MarkCavendish – who gets his first stage win since 2018 ?#TUR2021 pic.twitter.com/TbQugAmGKD &mdashUK … Read more
Rapha’s flagship Clubhouse reopens in London today – and it’s been expanded
Rapha’s flagship Clubhouse in London’s Soho reopens today, with the upmarket cycle clothing firm taking the opportunity of its closure during lockdown to completely refurbish and expand the premises, including a larger café area, as well as a new events and exhibition space.Open from 8am-7pm Monday to Saturday and from 11am-5pm, due to current restrictions, … Read more