The ashmei Men’s Classic Cycle Jersey takes a traditional design and marries it with the latest high-tech fabric to create an excellent top, especially when the temperature ramps up. Brilliantly comfortable and highly breathable, it really has become one of my favourites. Pros: Great fabric choice for summer riding; form-fitting shape Cons: That technology will … Read more
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This here is the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX belonging to British rider Alex Dowsett, racing this year’s Tour de France for Alpecin-Katusha. Let’s dive in for a closer look. For a rider known for his ability against the clock in time trials, it’s surprising that he has chosen the lightweight Ultimate over the aerodynamics of the … Read more
Caleb Ewan of Lotto-Soudal has won Stage 16 of the Tour de France in Nîmes following a nervous day in the peloton due to the prospect of crosswinds, although splits in the bunch did not happen on an afternoon’s racing played out in baking heat. The Australian, who once again edged out Deceuninck-Quick Step’s Elia Viviani. becomes … Read more
A coroner’s inquest has heard that a York cyclist injured in a collision involving a car died after he was twice sent home from hospital.Brian Cottom passed away at home eight days after the crash, in which a BMW was involved, on the city’s Malton Road on 3 June 2017. The coroner attributed no fault … Read more
Endura’s Hummvee Chino shorts are a more tailored take on the traditional baggy. But it’s not just about appearances: with a detachable padded liner and great in-the-saddle comfort, these shorts are equally classy when it comes to performance. Pros: Smart looks, nice and comfy in the saddle, very decent value Cons: Sizing comes up a … Read more
We’ve stocked up on sunscreen and are all set for the heatwave this week, which won’t stop us getting out and testing some of the latest bikes, gear and tech of course! Here’s the pick of the pile this week…Scicon Aerotech sunglasses£215.00Scicon Aerotech sunglasses – worn (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)Scicon off of bags have been slowly … Read more
An influential House of Commons select committee has called on the government to boost funding on cycling and walking, pointing out that current levels of spending equate to just 1.5 per cent of England’s transport budget.Publishing its report, Active travel: increasing levels of walking and cycling in England, the Transport Select Committee said that “the … Read more
Some wheels used in the Tour de France are designed to be lightweight and some have a focus on aerodynamics, but one thing they have in common is that they’re all intended to offer a competitive edge. Here are some of the most noteworthy that we’ve spotted in this year’s race. Tour de France 2019 … Read more
If you’ve been after a new set of wheels for your disc brake road, cyclocross or gravel bike then the Cycle Show has just the competition for you!To celebrate the upcoming event in Birmingham, the Cycle Show has teamed up with British wheel brand ÆRA to give away a set of their 30mm deep ÆRA AR|30 disc wheels worth … Read more
