Organisers of Milan-San Remo have said that this year’s race, due to take place in less than four weeks’ time, could be at risk of cancellation because of the outbreak of coronavirus that has seen Italy’s government put some areas under effective lockdown, with race director Mauro Vegni admitting that there is “no Plan B.”The … Read more
The dhb Aeron Polartec Alpha Gilet is absolutely brilliant at keeping you warm while being impressively breathable, all from a garment that is so light and minimal that it fits easily in a jersey pocket.The first thing I was surprised about when picking up the Aeron gilet was the weight, or more like the lack … Read more
A Garmin Edge 520 owner has criticised the support offered to owners of out of warranty units after being asked to pay £95 for a refurbished unit when the battery in his ceased to hold its charge.Last week we reported how a number of owners of the original Tacx Neo smart trainer have been complaining … Read more
Chris Froome has finally returned to racing today, safely negotiating the opening stage of the UAE Tour, eight months after sustaining horrific injuries at the Criterium du Dauphiné.Quoted in a tweet from Team Ineos following today’s stage, the 34-year-old, whose injuries included a broken right femur, said: “It feels great to be a bike racer again.”Today’s … Read more
With a mix of bright yellow fabric and reflective panels, the BTR Reflective High Visibility Running and Cycling Vest certainly stands out whether it’s night or day. It’s a bit weighty, and not the most breathable, so it’s more for those who like to take things easy on the bike, but it isn’t a bad … Read more
Cooper Bikes has is partnering with British bespoke bike brand Spoon Customs for a limited run of bikes to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Cooper’s back-to-back Formula 1 world championship titles in 1959 and 1960.The bikes have been designed by Andy Carr, the founder of Spoon Customs, and Charlie Cooper, whose grandfather founded the Cooper … Read more
A Dublin man who was riding a stolen bike when he crashed into a British tourist, leaving her with a shattered elbow and a broken hip, has been handed a prison sentence.The incident happened in the Irish capital’s Smithfield Square on 2 August last year, reports Dublin People.Appearing at Dublin Circuit Criminal Court, 23-year-old Jeffrey … Read more
