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Phone driver who was unaware he killed cyclist jailed for nine years – after previously avoiding driving ban for phone use due to “risk of hardship”
A van driver who killed a cyclist while using his phone at the wheel for a “significant amount” of time, to the extent that he was unaware that he had been involved in a crash, believing instead that his engine had exploded, has been jailed for nine years.Matthew Marston, who had previously totted up 12 … Read more
8 expensive upgrades to make you faster and more comfortable (and some budget-friendly alternatives)
Upgrading a road bike is a great way to inject new life into a favourite machine. You can often get more speed, enhanced comfort, or sometimes even both at once. From my countless trials, tribulations and tinkering over the years, there are some upgrades that can really transform your cycling experience. This can get costly of … Read more
The cycling industry is not sustainable by design
Last month, we published an article asking if the bike industry is doing enough on climate action, which referred to the results of a survey that found 62% of those in the industry thought they were doing a good job on sustainability. This compared to only 23% of consumers who believe the same thing. To be honest, … Read more
“Game-changing” Q36.5 x SRM collaboration promises “the most direct and efficient pedalling system on the market”
Q36.5 and SRM have launched a new shoe and pedal system that they describe as “game-changing” in that it increases the contact area between shoe and pedal and “reduces total pedalling stack height by 6mm relative to current marketing leading figures, offering the most direct and efficient pedalling system on the market”.They say, “The combination of … Read more
Boardman’s do-it-all SLR 9.4 might be the best value £3k road bike around (so good that it’s out of stock); plus Hunt wheels and Hutchinson tyres impress in our latest road.cc Recommends update
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageIt’s time to reveal our road.cc Recommends for November, featuring 14 standout products that have earned some of our highest review scores. This month, we’ve been impressed by winter-ready upgrades for both your bike and wardrobe, with items that enhance performance, comfort, and durability. Below is … Read more
Pro cyclist fined €100 by Spanish police for riding with earphones
Johannes Staune-Mittet’s preparations for the 2026 road season haven’t gone quite to plan so far, after the Norwegian pro revealed this week that he was issued a €100 fine by police while training in Alicante – for using earphones during his ride.In the United Kingdom, there is currently no law prohibiting cyclists from wearing headphones … Read more
Santini RTR women’s tights
The Santini RTR Women’s Tights are, in some respects, excellent for riding in very cold, dry weather – the fleece lining delivers first-rate insulation, so if you struggle with bib tights, these might be worth considering. However, you’d need to be happy with the compressive fit and get along better with the chamois than I … Read more
“Use must stop with immediate effect”: Cube recalls Agree C:62 road bikes over reports of cracked forks
Cube has told customers to stop riding its 2025 and 2026 Agree C:62 road bikes, issuing a recall following a number of reports of forks delaminating and cracking.In a statement published on Wednesday afternoon, the brand said riders must stop using the affected models with immediate effect and all forks will need to be checked … Read more