The Prime Primavera Carbon stem is a good-looking tiller that’s available in a decent range of sizes. It’s not especially light, but then it’s not especially expensive for a carbon stem either. If you’re tweaking your bike setup then it’s one to consider. You can get lighter stems for the same money and less, though.The … Read more
In March 2020, Movember Mental Health Ambassador Nick Frendo attempted to cycle 4,382 kilometres. That number – 4,382 – represents the number of men in the UK who took their own lives in 2017; Nick says he was almost number 4,383. While his challenge was unfortunately curtailed by coronavirus restrictions at the time, the message … Read more
Yesterday it was announced that the 2020 Race Across America (RAAM) will not take place due to the coronavirus pandemic. Today organisers have revealed that a Virtual Race Across America (VRAAM) will instead take place on the same dates in a customised Zwift environment.Ultra-cycling race RAAM had been due to take place from June 16, … Read more
For TT riders the Specialites TA Ovalution 4-Arm chainrings will make a very good performance upgrade. I found the oval shape caused quite a dramatic feel around the pedal stroke, and it also caused a few issues when setting up, with an extra part needed for braze-on mechs. With the additional bolt covers, this becomes … Read more
The Mail Online has been accused of misrepresenting the situation in Regent’s Park, where the newspaper claims dozens of cyclists are ignoring the Government’s Covid-19 lockdown rules by riding in large groups. The “MAMIL madness” article, published today, comes after campaigners have warned that cycling could be banned if people don’t ride responsibly.In the early … Read more
UCI World Tour level team CCC has suspended the contracts of the majority of its staff and cut riders’ wages. The team says that by operating “at a minimum level” during the current non-racing period, it hopes to continue. However, its title sponsor has said that it wants to cut its contract short.Polish footwear company … Read more
Zwift has announced that it will now run two guest worlds each day in addition to Watopia. The move seems to have come in response to an increase in the numbers of people using the indoor training platform recently.“Zwift’s roads are getting busy,” said a spokesperson. “More and more people are logging in every day, … Read more
More than 2,000 people have signed a petition urging organisers of the cancelled Vélo Birmingham & Midlands closed road sportive to refund their money, with the event’s owners accused of “profiteering.” Entrants to sister event Vélo Essex have also expressed anger at being offered less than half their entry fee as a refund after that … Read more
Cycling UK is offering free membership to NHS staff “in recognition of the significant contribution” that they “are making in keeping the UK safe” during the coronavirus pandemic. NHS workers who are riding bikes to get to work during the crisis will be eligible for three months’ free membership of the national cyclists’ charity, including … Read more
