The Topeak Escape Pod is a simple, effective way to carry tools, spare parts and other stuff on your bike, using a free water bottle cage. It’s a simple idea, and Topeak has done a good job of the delivery.Using a manky old water bottle to carry spare parts has been a cyclist’s trick for … Read more
The Ineos Grenadiers have just announced their 8-rider lineup for the Tour de France. In a shock move, there is no space for former winner Geraint Thomas. Four-time winner Chris Froome misses out too, though his move to Israel Start-Up Nation and lack of form means his exclusion isn’t such a surprise.The squad for Ineos … Read more
The Meglio Skipping Rope Extreme is the latest speed-skipping/CrossFit type that uses a lightweight steel cable, swivel bearings and anodised aluminium handles. If you’re looking to include plyometric drills in your training, maintain bone density or do a warm-up with a difference, it ticks all the boxes since it’s easy to use (with a bit … Read more
The NRC X3.Earth sunglasses are lightweight and comfortable, they offer high clarity thanks to a Zeiss lens, and the frame is made largely from a plant-derived material that’s dye-free, the idea being that you’re doing your bit for the environment.Let’s start with that frame. NRC’s X3 glasses are available in various models, this Earth variety … Read more
All being well, the Côte d’Azur city of Nice will host the Grand Départ of the 107th edition of the Tour de France a week on Saturday, two months after the originally scheduled date – and in this most unprecedented of years, it could be the most exciting and open races in decades.With the UCI … Read more
Pure Velo’s Racerback Jersey is perfect for hot, sunny days in the saddle. While the design and level of support won’t suit everyone, it ticks lots of boxes where comfort and practicality are concerned.To say I was reluctant to pull this on initially would be an understatement; a racerback cycling jersey? It’s a triathlete thing, … Read more
Police in Suffolk have launched an appeal to find a cyclist who allegedly assaulted a motorist before spitting at his vehicle and making a dent in it with his bike.The incident happened on Wednesday 15 July at around 2.30pm on the Coast Road in Corton.A picture has now been issued of a man officers want to … Read more
The collective that organises the annual London leg of the World Naked Bike Ride (WNBR) have abandoned plans to hold a socially distanced version of the event this year, road.cc has been told.The WNBR London collective had hoped to be able to stage the event and had been confident of making it safe for participating … Read more
The Veloflex Corsa Race TLR is a good tubeless road tyre for fast riding. The grip, speed and supple feel make it a joy to ride, but some setup issues with one of our test examples left me somewhat disappointed.This is Veloflex’s first go at making tubeless road tyres and it showed a little during … Read more
