Lezyne Strip Drive Pro 300 rear light

The Lezyne Strip Drive Pro 300 Rear offers a huge range of modes to cover any and every possible situation, day or night. Although some might consider some of the 11 modes to be redundant, there is no doubt that they are striking and the massive 300-lumen ‘Day Flash 1’ will ensure you are clearly … Read more

Orro Pyro Evo 105 Hydro

Orro says its new Pyro Evo 105 Hydro has been created with the sportive rider in mind – the non-racer’s race bike, if you like – and it fits the bill perfectly. It offers a comfortable ride but with plenty of stiffness, and handling that delivers speed through the bends without the twitchiness of a … Read more

Rapha to scale back discounting as sales fall and losses mount up

Rapha is to scale back on discounting as the upmarket cycle clothing business looks to get back on track following its acquisition in a £200 million deal in August 2017 by Steuart and Tom Walton, heirs to the Walmart grocery fortune.Founder and CEO Simon Mottram revealed the change of strategy in an interview with the Sunday … Read more

Pro Bike Tool 2-20Nm Torque Wrench set

Pro Bike Tool’s Torque Wrench Set is easy to use with good quality bits, an extensive torque range and a handy ratchet system that makes torquing bolts easy and accurate. The price is really good, especially given the quality of construction. Highly recommended for the avid home mechanic. Pros: Easy to use; good range of … Read more

Cateye AMPP 800 front light

The Cateye AMPP 800 is a powerful and solidly made light with a wide beam and impressive horizontal visibility that is easy to attach and remove, although it would be good if it held its charge for a little longer. Pros: Powerful, easy to fit Cons: Battery life not as good as some competitors It’s … Read more

Highland Council says call to end road building is ‘naïve’

Earlier this week, eight walking and cycling charities called on the Scottish Government to stop building new roads in Scotland and to instead provide more street space for cyclists and pedestrians. The Highland Council said the statement was ‘naïve’.The joint National Transport Strategy joint response came from Cycling Scotland, Cycling UK, Forth Environment Link, Living … Read more

Highways England accused of “ruthless vandalism” and abuse of emergency powers over filling of Queensbury Tunnel

Highways England this week used emergency powers to infill a ventilation shaft of the Queensbury Tunnel. “This is ruthless vandalism by cowboys and idiots,” said the Queensbury Tunnel Society, which wants to see the tunnel become a key part of the proposed Bradford-Halifax Greenway cycle route.The Bradford-Halifax Greenway, otherwise known as CityConnect 3, would provide … Read more