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No plans to force Isle of Man cyclists to wear helmets, insists minister – three months after calls to ban bikes from “perilous” Mountain Road rejected
You know the year is flying in when it’s already time for the Isle of Man parliament’s quarterly debate about cyclists and the law (that’s a joke, just in case your local MP gets any ideas).Because, just three months after the island’s infrastructure minister was forced to insist that there are currently “no plans” to … Read more
Stance width and Q-factor may not be the most crucial bike fit measurements: but consistency and familiarity are key
If you’re thinking of investing in a power meter, it means you’re ready to take your cycling to the next level by using watts to track and inform your progress on the bike. In an ideal world, adding a power meter would give you all of those benefits with absolutely zero added weight, no change … Read more
Topeak Babyseat II & Babyseat II Rack (Disc)
The Topeak Babyseat II is a well-priced, no-nonsense child seat that offers good protection, comfort, and suspension for a child using it. It’s stable, easy to use, and offers some clever design touches. While it’s a bit bigger and heavier than some other seats, the added suspension and quick-release rack system more than make up … Read more
The Tour de France makes the far right less popular
For those of you concerned about the recent rise of Reform UK and Nigel Farage, it may be worthwhile paying close attention to the route of the 2027 Tour de France’s British Grand Départ when it’s unveiled late next year.Because, according to a new academic study published this week, hosting cycling’s biggest race can help … Read more
The REAL ultimate commuting checklist for cyclists
For many years I have been a bike commuter – so when I heard that the road.cc team had come up with an ultimate commuting checklist for cycling to work, and that didn’t involve me, I figured I had to stick my oar in. Because what you really need is not a carefully curated list from a … Read more
Dynamic Slick Wax
Dynamic Slick Wax promises all-weather durability and long-lasting performance on both road and off-road terrain, boldly claiming to outlast other chain waxes, but in my experience it fell short of expectations.Applying Slick Wax is much the same as with most drip wax lubricants: you’ll first need to thoroughly clean the chain, removing all dirt, oil, … Read more