Rapha has introduced a new Explore Long Sleeve Pullover that’s designed to be warm and quick-drying for cold-weather adventure riding.Made from a gridded fleece material, Rapha says the pullover layer is “insulating yet highly breathable” for optimal temperature regulation when it’s cold.The windproof panels wrapping the shoulders and arms are designed to both keep chilly … Read more
The IRC Formula Pro Tubeless X-Guard tyre is a high-performance model with the added benefit of impressive puncture protection. The tyres behave well on the road with great grip levels while also having a supple feel to them, though they can be a tight fit on modern rim widths.As you no doubt can tell by … Read more
The Donda Jersey #3 is a good looking, well priced and breathable top that performs well in warmer conditions. However, the choice of full mesh arms and shoulders limits its use a bit.Donda is a new British-based brand with a focus on the ‘everyday cyclist’. This broadly means it creates cycling kit that can be … Read more
Cycling UK has called on the government to give clarity on how the revised National Restrictions for England, announced by Prime Minister Boris Johnson on Saturday and due to take effect on Thursday, will affect cyclists.As we reported earlier today, under the latest rules designed to contain the spread of the coronavirus, cycling will be … Read more
It might have been a horrible, windy last few days out riding but the road.cc testers haven’t stopped, as there’s been lots of exciting products to be put through the paces! Here’s a selection of the best we currently have our hands on.Kinesis Tripster ATR V3 frameset£2,200Kinesis Tripster ATR V3-13 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The Tripster … Read more
A double ascent of Mont Ventoux midway through next year’s Tour de France will be the centrepiece of the 108th edition of the Tour de France, the route of which was announced by race director Christian Prudhomme last night.There’s no summit finish on the mountain known as the Géant du Provence on the 199-km Stage … Read more
The Evoc Mission 22 backpack isn’t part of Evoc’s dedicated cycle range and it’s easy to see why. Despite being very well made and filled with features and practical details, for broader-shouldered riders it’s not particular comfortable to wear on the bike. It could make a perfect school bag, though.The Evoc Mission 22 backpack is … Read more
The cyclist on the receiving end of this overtake at speed, and what’s more, in the driving rain, by a motorist near Durley in Hampshire, has described it as “the most frightening close pass I’ve had,” and it’s easy to see why.Tom, the road.cc reader who filmed the clip last Friday, told us: Usually I upload … Read more
On Saturday evening, Prime Minister Boris Johnson announced the new National Restrictions that will come into effect in England at 0001 hours this Thursday 5 November to combat the rapid rise in coronavirus cases both in the UK and abroad – and as with the previous lockdown announced in March, there are implications for cycling, … Read more
