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Specialized RBX Adventure Over-Shorts
The Specialized RBX Adventure Over-Shorts are good quality touring/adventure shorts that are ideal for riding and general larking about. They’re comfy on the bike, neutrally styled off it, and work well with Lycra.These shorts are a fairly classic length and style: with an 11in inseam they sit just above the knee, and they’re constructed from … Read more
Vélo Birmingham & Midlands – where did your money go? We speak to the people who lost their cash and take a closer look
Last week, we asked our readers whether they had entered any UK sportives that had been cancelled as a result of the coronavirus pandemic and where they had not been given a refund, or only been offered a partial one. The response was overwhelming and in the nearly 200 replies we received, two events from the … Read more
12 secrets of riding in rain — get wet & still have fun
We’re a nation obsessed with the weather forecast, and as cyclists, we generally avoid riding in the rain if we can. That said, some people actually enjoy riding in the rain, but for most, it’s a necessary evil. If it’s the choice of riding in the rain or not riding at all or using public … Read more
Chris Froome says people writing him off could work to his favour at Tour de France
Chris Froome believes that his lengthy recovery from injury may play to his favour when he returns to the Tour de France due to rivals writing off his chances.The 107th edition of the race is currently scheduled to start on 29 August having been postponed from June, although it is unclear if it can go … Read more
Shimano Transit Hardshell Jacket
Shimano’s Transit Hardshell Commuter Jacket is great for urban commutes with a very good and relaxed on-the-bike fit that doesn’t look out of place with casual clothing. The waterproofing is excellent, but the jacket can be a little sweaty if you have a big climb to tackle.In normal times, my commute to the road.cc office … Read more
DT Swiss 240 EXP hubs claim 15% improvement in axle stiffness
The new DT Swiss 240 hubs feature their Ratchet EXP system, integrating the driveside bearing into the threaded ratchet ring to increase axle stiffness by a claimed 15% whilst reducing wear.The DT Swiss 240 hub has been one of the most popular hubs on the market for years. Chances are, if you’ve bought a relatively … Read more
New colours from Rapha – Dusty pastels are en vogue
Rapha has been rather busy lately and with summer fast approaching, they’ve released a range of new colours to help you “set the tone”. Looks like dusty pastel tones are in.“In a world turned upside down, jumping on your bike is a chance to let your mind wander, to resurrect your routine and to set … Read more
Near Miss of the Day 402: Driver cuts straight across cyclist
This may be one of the scariest videos we’ve seen among the more than 400 and counting we have now featured in our Near Miss of the Day series … a motorist who apparently simply did not see the cyclist approaching, and drove across a main road into her path; had the cyclist been a … Read more