The 9th edition of Bespoked, the UK’s only celebration of handbuilt bicycles, opened its doors in Bristol today and saw some of the finest framebuilders from around the world share their latest and finest creations with members of the public.We’ve come back with a memory card stuffed with pictures of lovely bikes and these are … Read more
The Funkier Mataro Pro Ladies Rider Short Sleeve Jersey is a good value summer top with great breathability and wicking properties. It’s described as having a ‘pro racer cut’ but isn’t the tightest I’ve worn, though it is a good fit and comfortable for everyday use. Pros: Good value summer jersey Cons: Check sizing as … Read more
A former Premier League footballer’s bid to complete seven Ironman triathlons in seven days has come to a halt due to medical reasons. Francis Benali does however hope to restart his fundraising challenge tomorrow.Benali, 50, who played more than 300 games for Southampton, launched his “IronFran” charity challenge in Trafford Park in Manchester on Monday.His … Read more
Tis the season for baggy shorts, and if you like to live in them in the office, on the bike and everywhere in between, these Chrome Folsom shorts are really well designed, solidly made and pack some cool features. The price tag is quite hefty though. Pros: Fit, comfort, durability Cons: Pricey, no waist adjustment, … Read more
Over two-thirds of parents believe that learning to ride a bike is a vital life skill, according to a Cycling UK study commissioned to mark the launch of The Big Bike Revival. The charity contrasts this enthusiasm with the number of journeys currently being made by bike, which remains at a stubbornly low level of … Read more
Our header image comes from @nyderscoshHeading out on the bike over the long weekend? Enter our Instagram competition to win a prize from Decathlon.Decathlon are back for another long weekend of cycling in what we hope will be lovely weather.They’ve got one of their B’Twin cycling caps up for grabs and all that you have … Read more
An inquest has heard that Cambridge cyclist Steve Moir died in a head-on crash with a bus when he clipped the kerb separating him from a guided busway while overtaking pedestrians. Ruling the death accidental, coroner Simon Milburn heard the driver “could not avoid” him.The Cambridgeshire Guided Busway connects Cambridge, Huntingdon and St Ives. There … Read more
The Vittoria Terreno Zero tyre is a new move into the gravel market and it’s a good opener thanks to a reasonably grippy compound; they’re smooth, quick rolling on and off-road and offer loads of puncture resistance. The lack of knobbles does mean you’ll be limited to dry stony trails, though, with no option to … Read more
Castelli’s Undersaddle Mini is a sleek saddle bag that’s big enough to hold the essentials. The water-resistant material is strong and shuts out water very effectively. I found it to be secure and easy to access when needed. Pros: Small, secure, holds the essentials Cons: No fixing for your pump The Undersaddle Mini has proven … Read more
