Site Section: Roadcc
Bike at Bedtime: Pope Manufacturing Co. Columbia Century
After we reported on a huge auction of vintage bikes and cycling memorabilia that took place earlier this week, we thought it was only right to feature one of the items that went under the hammer for a special edition of Bike at Bedtime… so without further ado, let’s delve into the details of the Columbia Century, with … Read more
Cycling UK urges councils to “be brave” over bike lanes
Cycling UK as urged councils to “be brave” in the face of opposition to initiatives aimed at encouraging active travel, with the cycling charity highlighting four surveys undertaken nationally this year that show widespread support for more such measures.The surveys – commissioned by the Department for Transport (DfT), Cycling UK, #BikeIsBest and Greenpeace – consistently … Read more
$160k worth of Specialized bikes including Peter Sagan’s Roubaix stolen in heist at company’s HQ
Unique bikes, including the S-Works Roubaix ridden to victory at Paris-Roubaix in 2018 by Peter Sagan and a yellow-painted S-Works Tarmac that Fabian Cancellara rode when leading the Tour de France in 2010 are among the bicycles stolen in a burglary this weekend at Specialized’s California headquarters.> Peter Sagan’s Paris-Roubaix winning Specialized S-Works Roubaix bikeThe company, … Read more
Castelli Alpha RoS 2 Light Women’s Jacket
The Castelli Alpha RoS 2 Light Women’s Jacket is a high quality, high performance and comfortable three-season option that puts a significant dent in your wallet. It does do away with gilets or numerous baselayers though – it protects brilliantly in a wide range of temperatures and weathers.There are so many winter jackets available these … Read more
No action to be taken against Sir Keir Starmer for knocking cyclist off bike
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer will reportedly face no action by The Metropolitan Police Service following an incident in October when he knocked a cyclist from his bike when driving in Kentish Town, north London.A spokesperson for the force said that the decision to close the case came after a detailed investigation and that “both … Read more
Near Miss of the Day 514: Cyclist squeezed as motorist moves into cycle lane and minibus driver overtakes
We’re in south east London for today’s Near Miss of the Day video – the A206 Plumstead Road, to be precise – and it’s one in which not one but two motorists put a cyclist in danger.There’s a kerbed cycle lane, but road.cc reader Gary was forced to pull out onto the main carriageway due … Read more
Pressure drop – Cinelli launches Pressure aero road bike for 2021
Italy’s Cinelli is introducing a new Pressure aero road bike for 2021, with disc brakes and fully internal cables/hoses.2021 Cinelli Pressure full bike – 1 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The Pressure’s T700 carbon-fibre frame is said to be designed with the reduction of drag in mind, and you get well-established aero bike features such as dropped … Read more
Cannondale SuperSix Evo Carbon Disc 105 2021
The Cannondale SuperSix Evo Carbon Disc 105 is a stiff and efficient road bike that manages to offer loads of comfort and now aero features too.The SuperSix Evo has always been known for its frame stiffness and that remains a key feature after a major redesign introduced to the world a little over a year ago. … Read more
