Occasionally in our Near Miss of the Day feature we’ll highlight a video from abroad – we have readers all over the world – and today we’re heading to New Zealand for this footage showing a driver reversing out of their driveway and onto the road just as a group of cyclists arrive.> What to … Read more
The Triban RC 520 Gravel is one of the company’s first forays into the adventure market and if you’re tempted to give it a go it’s a really good place to start. It’s confident on loose terrain and is fun to ride thanks to a decent weight and some quality components. And though it’s pricier … Read more
Welcome to Tuesday’s live blog, with Jack Sexty, Simon MacMichael and the rest of the team.
The Sportful NoRain Knee Warmers are comfortable and do a very decent job of keeping the wind and rain out, although I’d prefer a little more shaping for a perfect fit. Pros: Impressive water repellency; warm Cons: Slight bunching at the rear of the knee Knee warmers are a great addition to your outfit in … Read more
A cyclist in Canada says she put in a “once-in-a-lifetime sprint” after she was chased by a grizzly bear.Sierra Van Der Meer was out riding on Sunday on the South Klondike Highway between Whitehorse, the capital of the Yukon territory in the northwest of the country, and Carcross.She spotted the animal on the hard shoulder … Read more
Ineos, which last month took over Team Sky, has been named Scotland’s biggest polluter. The news follows protests by cyclists earlier this month against the firm’s plans to close a road at its sprawling site at Grangemouth, near Falkirk.The Daily Record reports that companies owned by Ineos – which last month took over Team Sky, … Read more
Birzman’s Grand Maha Push & Twist V is a very capable track pump that delivers a good amount of air per stroke. The Push & Twist head is one of the best systems that I’ve used and there’s plenty of hose length too. Pros: Quick inflation; high pressures are easy; managed tubeless; great head system … Read more
New Orleans hosted its edition of the World Naked Bike Ride on Saturday – with one would-be participant persuaded to leave behind the rifle and handgun he had planned to bring with him on his bike.Shane Steinkamp, who was marshalling the event, recalled noticing the cyclist’s arrival at the assembly point in Mickey Markey Park.He … Read more
