Spain is planning to introduce a new law that will make drivers slow down when overtaking cyclists, reports the motoring website Diario Motor.The measure would supplement existing legislation that requires motorists to allow a minimum distance of 1.5 metres when passing someone on a bike.Current laws also allow drivers to cross a solid white line … Read more
Virtual cycling platform Zwift has announced it will be running a 12-month series of events from February that is intended to celebrate the achievements of black athletes.2021 Zwift Black Celebration Series 4 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)“The Black Celebration Series is an invitation for members of the Black community and allies alike to join our year-long series … Read more
With mass participation events cancelled across the board in the past year or so due to the coronavirus pandemic, here’s a story that really is a blast from the past – a row over the routing of a closed road sportive, in this case the Etape Caledonia.Pre-pandemic, stories about such rows appeared regularly here on … Read more
The Spatz Roadman 2 overshoes are the latest design from the British company that specialises in clothing for harsh conditions. They might look odd, but if you ride in wet and cold conditions typical of UK winters, these take comfort to new levels.Let’s start with the looks, as that is without a doubt what makes … Read more
A cyclist who regularly rides in London’s Regent’s Park has raised concerns about others there whom he says are riding in groups in defiance of coronavirus regulations, that except in very limited circumstances ban outdoor exercise with more than one other person. He has also told road.cc that he received abuse on several occasions when asking … Read more
Wahoo has announced a new KICKR Direct Connect accessory that’s designed to ensure that you can complete virtual rides and races without losing signal. About the worst thing you could imagine happening in an all-important workout or virtual race is the signal dropping out. You are pushing your body to its limits and all of … Read more
We’ve reviewed more cycle clothing than ever before on road.cc over the past year and here’s the very best of it — everything from base layers to waterproof jackets, socks to eyewear, and all those layers in between. We’re including 25 items of clothing here. How did we arrive at our selection? To begin with, we … Read more
Adidas Outdoor and cycling apparel brand Megmeister have joined forces to create eco-friendly and high-performance outdoor clothing, including a new seamless base layer.DRYNAMO™ Wool Eco LS Crew Base Layer – Women’s (Front) (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The partnership unites the two brands who aim to “raise the bar for high performance, sustainable eco-friendly” products, featuring innovative … Read more
On our Near Miss of the Day feature today, we have another close pass on a country lane, with a Peugeot driver overtaking a cyclist with just inches to spare.It happened to road.cc reader Simon, who told us it took place in “West Cornwall, between St Just and Sancreed, between Leswidden Farm and Grumbla.”“It’s actually stand-out rare … Read more
Former world champion Tom Boonen’s recent appointment as brand ambassador adds kudos to a relatively small company, but so far La Passione’s Prestige Winter Tights have justified attention. They boast fine fabric, a great pad and encouraging attention to detail, with very little not to like.The Prestige Winter tights are made in Italy – La … Read more
