These entry-level Shimano RC1W SPD-SL Women’s Shoes, built with a female-specific last, offer a reasonably stiff ride considering the outsole isn’t carbon, but bear in mind the fit favours a flatter foot rather than a higher instep, and the sizing is on the small side.The RC1Ws are constructed from synthetic leather, perforated to allow for … Read more
Stolen Goat’s Climb & Conquer Winter Jacket is the company’s warmest offering. It is made from Tempest Protect fabric and is specifically designed to keep you riding in the harshest conditions. It does this very well, and at a fair price for what you get. In my opinion, it looks pretty good too.This isn’t the … Read more
A farm worker who failed to properly secure a straw bale to a trailer he was towing, resulting in it falling off and crushing a cyclist, has received a suspended sentence after pleading guilty to causing serious injury by dangerous driving.Cyclist Kenneth Bridle spent two weeks in an induced coma and a total of three … Read more
The Rapha Women’s Pro Team Winter Tights provide good levels of warmth and weather protection, together with a comfortable chamois pad. The bib strap and buckle design for easy loo stops is straightforward and effective too. Fantastic quality, but pricey with it.Designed for the worst of winter, these full length bib tights have plenty of … Read more
AA president Edmund King is urging people to cycle more and drive less once the coronavirus pandemic ends, saying that the recent months have helped underline the benefits of active travel and reducing car dependency.Speaking to the Independent, King highlighted three areas where he believes lasting change in travel habits can happen post-pandemic – active … Read more
When should you train for the best results? Should you ride first thing in the morning when you’re completely fresh, leave it until the evening when you’re fully awake, or does it really not make a whole lot of difference?Fitting regular cycling training into our busy day-to-day routines can be challenging; opportunities around other commitments … Read more
Changes in working patterns resulting from the coronavirus crisis have led Her Majesty’s Customs & Excise (HMRC) to temporarily relax one of the key rules of the scheme, which allows employees to effectively buy a bike ‘tax-free’ through salary sacrifice.Under the terms of the scheme, a bike and accessories supplied to an employee whose workplace … Read more
The Lifeline Rocker Plate is a platform that’s designed to add realism to indoor riding, allowing side to side movement through inflatable balls that can be adjusted for rider weight and preferences. While it might not totally mimic real riding, it does add an extra dimension and also makes longer spells in the saddle more … Read more
