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Rapha Women’s Pro Team Crit Bib Shorts
As the name suggests, the Rapha Women’s Pro Team Crit Bib Shorts have been designed specifically for crit racing, to be fast but also comfortable. Their high-stretch, lightweight fabrics are aimed at giving riders an aerodynamic advantage, while the reflective logos are bright and eye-catching. They’re a little pricey at £175, but I found them … Read more
RideLondon director warns Surrey will miss out on millions if it withdraws support for event
The director of RideLondon has warned that Surrey businesses, sports clubs and charities stand to lose out on millions if the county council follows through on a recommendation to withdraw its support for the event at a meeting next week.Surrey County Council (SCC) has said that it doesn’t intend to host the Prudential RideLondon-Surrey 100-mile … Read more
Meglio Latex Free Resistance Band Loops
Meglio Latex Free Resistance Band Loops are perfect for off-season strength or rehab programmes. As they replace free weights they’re super versatile, light and easy to store, and can be used at home with no need to navigate possible gym risks or restrictions.These latex-free resistance bands have a whole range of uses, from strengthening specific … Read more
Near Miss of the Day 487: “This vehicle is turning left” (having first pulled alongside you)
Today’s near miss features a driver pulling alongside a cyclist from behind before moving left into the same lane. The sheer lunacy of the manoeuvre is compounded by the presence of a parked vehicle in the cyclist’s lane and the ominous audible warning that, “this vehicle is turning left.” As an unlikely postscript, however, it … Read more
Riding two abreast: Sarah Storey calls for Highway Code to be clearer
Dame Sarah Storey has asked people to respond to the Government’s Highway Code consultation to request greater clarity on riding two abreast. She is critical of proposed new wording which would tell cyclists they should, “ride in single file when drivers wish to overtake and it is safe to let them do so.”The Government launched … Read more
Giro d’Italia: Riders board buses after riding through neutral zone after Stage 19 is shortened in response to peloton protest
Chaos reigned at the start of Stage 19 of the Giro d’Italia, where rider protests about the gruelling itinerary eventually resulted in an 11th hour decision to shorten the stage by over 100km. The 251km stage from Morbegno to Asti was first extended to 258km due to a collapsed bridge, but after fierce negotiations riders … Read more
We’re hiring! Youtube presenter, road.cc
Are you a fan of the limelight? Do you know lots of stuff about bikes? We’re looking for someone to join the team as lead presenter on our Youtube channel. Reporting to the management team and working with the tech, video and commercial teams you’ll be responsible for presenting editorial and sponsored video content on the … Read more
Campagnolo Ekar 13-speed gravel groupset
Campagnolo has re-entered the off-road cycling market with Ekar, a 1x gravel-specific groupset that delivers a wide gear range and unique shifter style. It’s an excellent mechanical drivetrain option, if not quite perfect, with precise adjustment needed, and a few quirks.Campagnolo is known as a pioneer within the cycling industry, usually being the first of … Read more