Riders and staff from the Cofidis and Groupama-FDJ cycling teams are heading home today after being released from quarantine in Abu Dhabi.The French UCI WorldTour teams were among four that shared the same floor of an Abu Dhabi hotel that has been in lockdown since two cases of coronavirus were diagnosed in staff from UAE … Read more
Julbo’s Fury sunglasses come in a range of colours with different lenses. Our Army/Black pair with the Spectron 1 lens were light and comfortable with good coverage, but the lens really lets them down.So, the good stuff first. The Fury glasses are nicely made and light at 25g, with a polycarbonate frame and soft rubber … Read more
With Italian stage race Tirreno-Adriatico postponed due to concerns about coronavirus Covid-19, there had been some doubt over whether its French cousin, Paris-Nice, would take place this coming week. While a number of teams have decided to pull out, race organisers will adopt special measures to combat the spread of the virus and the race … Read more
Sportful’s Fiandre Light Gloves are an excellent lightweight, windproof and water-resistant design, with a palm that is grippier than anything else I’ve tried. They feel good and sticky on the bar regardless of the rain and have shrugged off some of the nastiest weather I’ve ridden in this winter. They’re not for sub-zero, in fact … Read more
Today’s near miss occurred in Celbridge, County Kildare in Ireland. After a close pass, the driver reverses so he can confront the cyclist. He claims the cyclist could have caused a serious accident by being overtaken. “I nearly ploughed into that woman’s car,” he says.The incident occurred on Friday February 15 2019, at around 5pm.Eugene … Read more
Route Director of Deloitte Ride Across Britain and Dulux London Revolution, Andy Cook looks at the 10 mistakes people make when training for a multi-day cycling event.1. Not pacing correctlyIt’s not uncommon for people cycling a multi-day event to go to hard and use up too much energy on day one. Unless you’re a pro, … Read more
In over two-fifths of cases where an Irish cyclist was injured in a collision with a car, it was reported that the driver had failed to observe. The finding comes from recent research conducted by The Road Safety Authority (RSA) as it calls for more investment in cycling infrastructure.The RSA analysis looked at the leading … Read more
This year’s Hammer Series has been suspended with the organisers blaming the sport’s governing body and not coronavirus for the decision.Launched in Limburg in the Netherlands in 2017, the Hammer Series comprised three rounds in 2019, with races taking place in Limburg and Stavanger in Norway before a final round in Hong Kong.The team-based format … Read more
The Woho X-Touring Frame Bag is a lightweight and secure way to carry your kit and essentials on the bike. The fabric is tough, it keeps the rain out well, and the shape of the bag works seamlessly with many frame sizes.While not feeling as robust as some others on the market, the Woho frame … Read more
The MP Magic Premium Antibacterial Socks are a good choice for casual wearing and non-strenuous cycling, and they can fit into a sombre work outfit. Being a cotton-rich sock they’re not likely your best choice for very hot, cold or strenuous days, mind.Adam was rather taken with the MP Magic Crew Sports Socks, praising their … Read more
