2020 hasn’t been all that great as years go, but at least it has given us some properly interesting road bikes for 2021. On the road race side of things, everything is getting more aero, lighter and increasingly focussed on disc brakes.Some people have been saying that these heavily integrated road race bikes are getting … Read more
A Richmondshire councillor has said it “beggars belief” that North Yorkshire is to construct three of its four planned cycle schemes in Harrogate, with the other in Whitby. “They are going for what are easy wins while completely ignoring the rest of North Yorkshire,” said Stuart Parsons. “It’s good for Harrogate, but not so for … Read more
Ultra-distance cyclists push the limits of their minds and bodies through such incredible barriers, exhibiting discipline and attitude that is awe-inspiring. You may have zero interest in completing, never mind competing, ultra-distance rides… but lessons can still be learnt from these experts in efficiency, mental fortitude and boundary pushing. View this post on … Read more
Peaty’s Clean Protect & Lube Starter Kit works well for keeping your bike clean and happy all year round. It saves money over the standalone products, too, though these are fairly pricey options to begin with.Peatys Clean Protect & Lube kit is made up of three elements: Loamfoam Bike Cleaner, PT17 General Maintenance Spray, and … Read more
“I don’t want to stop,” said Mark Cavendish following a tearful interview after this year’s edition of Gent-Wevelgem. Having today rejoined Deceuninck – Quick-Step, it seems the 35-year-old Manxman has at least a few more races left ahead of him.Cavendish had a one-year contract with Bahrain-McLaren but without any significant results, feared his career was … Read more
The Kendal Mint Co NRG Gels are soft on the stomach, seem to keep your energy levels up, and the design of the packaging is simple to use on the go. The flavours were a little hit or miss for me, but that’s entirely subjective.Before we start, it is worth noting two things: I am … Read more
A lightweight, multi-purpose tubular bandana scarf thingy is versatile at any time, but the inexpensive VeloPac Allez Boy Multitube is easy to pop in a pocket and makes a great emergency face covering for those impromptu shop stops too.Seam-free tubular microfibre bandanas are now pretty much ubiquitous, for a very good reason. They make a … Read more
Today’s near miss is a ‘miss’ only in the sense that it didn’t result in something more serious, the driver’s car having brushed the cyclist and the wing mirror clipping his arm. Kent Police didn’t respond when it was reported to them.The incident occurred in Eynsford on November 3 last year.Mike said: “Fortunately, the wing … Read more
UK Sport failed to investigate anonymous information about the behaviour of Shane Sutton provided to it in 2016. Arguing that it is not a regulator, the body instead forwarded the allegations to British Cycling’s then CEO, Ian Drake, who showed the email to Sutton.The Guardian reports that detailed claims about Sutton were sent to UK … Read more
Rod Ellingworth is to leave his role as team principal at Bahrain McLaren after just one year. The departure of the former British Cycling and Team Sky coach comes ahead of the team’s change to Bahrain Victorious next year following McLaren’s announcement that it is withdrawing from the sport.Speaking last year, Ellingworth said that he … Read more
