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Have cyclists resorted to stealing cassettes and rear mechs due to component shortages?
Is the global cycle components shortage leading to bikes locked outside being targeted for spare parts? And could it be that this isn’t the work of career criminals, but cyclists who need a specific part and cannot get them through legitimate channels, who are stealing them? The suspicion has been raised by the owner of one London … Read more
Cycling survival: What to do when you get dropped — and how to avoid it
Image: Climbing (CC BY 2.0 www.flickr.com/photos/olegshpyrko)It’s an awful moment: that sinking feeling when you realise that today your legs just won’t cooperate and you’re watching your riding companions heading off down the road, unable to summon the speed to hang on. What should you do?The answer, as is so often the case is: it depends. … Read more
Ex-British Cycling and Team Sky doctor ordered testosterone knowing it was for an athlete, rules tribunal
Ex-British Cycling and Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman ordered Testogel “knowing or believing that it was to be administered to an athlete to improve their athletic performance,” a medical tribunal has found, in a ruling that could have major ramifications for both organisations.Freeman had admitted all but four of the 22 charges brought against him … Read more
ETC Snug Leg Warmers
ETC Snug Leg Warmers are an affordable option for cold rides when the mercury hasn’t dipped far enough to warrant full winter bibs. While they do a good job of keeping you warm, the lack of smaller sizes is a real letdown, and the silicone strips are not a good combination with delicate skin.ETC’s leg … Read more
Bike at Bedtime: Julian Alaphilippe’s Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7
The current World Champion is one of cycling’s biggest showmen and his bike of choice is this beautiful S-Works Tarmac SL7. The build features Roval wheels, a Pro handlebar, Shimano Dura-Ace groupset, and CeramicSpeed bearings. Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL7 Alaphilippe-2 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) If you’re a rider on a team that is sponsored by … Read more
Craft Glow Vest
With excellent reflectivity and helpful ventilation, the Craft Glow Vest makes it easy to increase your visibility, but its slightly relaxed fit and black/grey colourway won’t appeal to everyone.The Glow Vest is a lightweight, packable gilet designed to massively improve your night-time visibility on the roads. Far from the commonly small reflective piping or tapes … Read more
RideLondon confirmed for 2022-31 – but switches to the Spring
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed today that the RideLondon festival of cycling will continue over the next decade, from 2022-31 – but will switch from its late Summer slot to the Spring, and will take place over one day, rather than a weekend.The event will be run by existing delivery partner, London Marathon Events … Read more