BMC has launched a €10,000 frameset, the Masterpiece (Mpc), claiming that it is “an exclusive and unparalleled example of what can be done when no expense is spared.”Before we get into what makes this frameset so expensive, we might as well consider just what you’re getting for your 10 grand. You get a frame, the … Read more
Sir Keir Starmer has said he is “supportive” of segregated cycle lanes, arguing that while there is always, “a degree of pushback,” the public generally accepts such measures eventually.Camden Council is currently planning segregated cycle lanes on both sides of Haverstock Hill between Prince of Wales Road and the Royal Free Hospital.This has brought predictable … Read more
Gore’s C3 Thermo Bib Tights+ offer excellent fit, warmth and comfort at a price that compares very favourably with their rivals.When kitting yourself out for late autumn and winter rides, a pair of tights, or longs, is an essential purchase. And whatever your level of ability or income, these C3 Thermo Bib Tights+ should definitely … Read more
Altura’s Nightvision Storm Women’s Waterproof Jacket is a great addition to a regular commuter’s wardrobe. It offers good protection against the wind and rain without causing excessive overheating, and the reflective detailing and storage options are well thought out, practical and functional.The Nightvision Storm is a new addition to Altura’s urban commuter range. It’s a … Read more
Zwift, the virtual cycling platform, has banned two riders from competing in races it hosts for six months after they were found to have manipulated data in previous events.> Zwift welcomes $450m in new investment – is a Zwift indoor trainer on the way?During the period of suspension, handed down for “fabrication or modification of data,” … Read more
Tubeless tyre inserts – lengths of foam fitted inside the tyre – are becoming increasingly common for both mountain bike and gravel bike setups, but could they be set to appear on road bike setups too? We’ve already heard about them being used in the pro peloton and here’s how we think roadies might use this … Read more
Ex-British Cycling and Team Sky doctor Richard Freeman has told a medical tribunal that he did not know that testosterone was a performance enhancing substance when he ordered 30 patches of Testogel to the National Cycling Centre in Manchester in May 2011.The doctor made the claim on the final day of cross-examination at his fitness-to-practise … Read more
