The Bicycle Dealers Association (BDA), set up in September by a number of independent cycling retailers, has launched a petition calling for reform of what it describes as “the broken Cycle to Work marketplace.”> Cyclescheme now claimed to be “unviable” for retailers following change in thresholdThe association, whose members include the London-based businesses Pearson Performance, Bespoke … Read more
For 2021, Canyon’s Inflite CF SL 8 uses the same frameset as the bike that we reviewed when it launched in 2019. The handling is still superb, balancing the ability to flick through technical corners with decent stability at speed. The top tube design doesn’t do anything for me aesthetically or when shouldering the bike, … Read more
The Jumbo-Visma sprinter Dylan Groenewegen is reportedly set to be banned for nine months for causing Fabio Jakobsen to crash by pushing him into the barriers at the Tour de Pologne in August, causing horrific injuries to the Deceuninck-Quick Step rider.World cycling’s governing body, which strongly condemned Groenewegen’s actions following the crash, which led to … Read more
Are you a new cyclist in London, or do you know someone – a friend, family member or work colleague, perhaps – who wants to get in the saddle as new lockdown restrictions come into effect on Thursday, but doesn’t know where to start? Well, London Cycling Campaign (LCC) may be able to help, with … Read more
Shimano’s Pro sub-brand has revealed the details of its new range of Pro Performance and Pro Team tools which offer precision for at-home tinkering.Pro says the range is suitable for “the rider or home mechanic that hates guesswork and wants every last component on their bike completely dialled”.Pro’s Cassette Wrench (£29.99) is designed to be … Read more
The Kinekt 2.1 Aluminium Seatpost is a spring-loaded suspension seatpost that makes a welcome addition for your gravel or adventure bike. It takes a bit of playing about with to get it set up, but once done it is effective – as long as you don’t mind the weight increase.I’ve watched the whole gravel thing … Read more
Fast Forward (FFWD) have unveiled two new tubeless compatible wheelsets, the RYOT55 and RYOT33, with the 55 being the deeper aero version and the 33 being the shallower all-rounder option. These disc specific wheelsets are claimed to offer improved aerodynamic efficiency while usability and serviceability have been prioritised over weight weenie-ism.FFWD have engineered a new … Read more
Indoor only kit brand idō has released high performance cycling garments that are centred around improving indoor cycling experiences in three core areas: heat management, rider comfort and free movement.The idō Jersey (£90) is made from Shoji Mesh fabric that the brand claims is breathable and fast drying.2020 ido jersey mens (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)idō … Read more
