Video: Wheelset of the Year – Roval Rapide CLX and Alpinist CLX

The Roval Rapide CLX and Alpinist CLX wheels both earned themselves a spot in our Wheelset of the Year awards for 2020. The Rapide CLX even went and won our Benchmark Product award. Here’s why we loved these wheels.As it turns out, you can pretty much break the internet just by announcing a new set … Read more

Near Miss of the Day 544: Close-pass driver hardly deviates from line

Often the most startling close pass footage comes from rear-facing cameras – and that’s what we have on our Near Miss of the Day feature today, with the footage showing a motorist hardly deviating from their line as they overtake a cyclist.Smigster, who sent us the clip, said: “Cycling home from work in Coventry I … Read more

dhb Flashlight Thermal Waist Tights

dhb’s Flashlight Thermal Waist Tights are comfortable and very well priced. They have a nice fit, their fleece lining is soft and warm, and the reflectives on the legs are excellent for low-light winter riding.When first putting the tights on, you notice the fleece lining immediately – it’s supremely comfortable and soft on the skin. … Read more

POC launches helmet with self-charging rear light

The new POC Omne Eternal helmet features a self-powered rear light that claims to never need to be charged with a cable. It turns on automatically and charges itself from any light source.2021 Poc Omne Eternal 4 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The Swedish collaboration between POC and sustainability energy innovators Exeger sees the introduction of a fully … Read more

The Dubai Police really don’t mess around with bike thieves

Ordinarily, a story about bike theft in a far-flung country isn’t something that would get the pulses racing in the road.cc newsroom – but, when it comes with the headline, Dubai community rejoices as cops nab bicycle thief, we decided that this time it warranted further investigation, and we weren’t disappointed.It’s a story that brings … Read more

12 of the best Campagnolo-equipped road bikes — get some Italian in your life

Italian cycling component maker Campagnolo has enjoyed a loyal following since it was established back in 1933, but its components are increasingly rare on road bikes as many big bike brands commonly favour Shimano and SRAM when speccing new bikes. Nevertheless, Campagnolo’s reputation for durability and style makes a Campagnolo-equipped bike well worth a look. … Read more

Rudy Project Cutline glasses

The Cutline is a new performance model from Rudy Project with a very lightweight full frame design and some adjustability. With this lens I found them very good, but only in bright sunlight, which rather restricts their use. Also, despite their adjustability I couldn’t get the fit quite right for me, so one to try … Read more