There are few things more satisfying in bike racing than crossing the line with arms aloft, the win secured, the legs burning, the crowd roaring — the perfect photo, forever. But there’s a reason most riders wait until after the finish line to start celebrating…That particular lesson was learned the hard way this week by a … Read more
The Santini Magic Packable Waterproof Vest Unisex provides excellent protection against the wind and rain. It’s a light, easily packable piece of kit that’s perfect for spring through autumn rides or those high-mountain days when the weather can change quickly.> Buy now: Santini Magic Packable Waterproof Vest Unisex for £120 from SantiniThe Magic Packable Waterproof Vest, … Read more
Vinted has officially added bikes and e-bikes to the items which can be sold on its app, with door-to-door shipping now also provided too.The online marketplace has enjoyed a boom in recent years, challenging established selling platforms like eBay and Depop, largely due to gaining popularity with people shopping for second-hand clothes and clearing out … Read more
A man who tracked down his stolen bike to a garden piled high with bicycles was struck on the head with a wheel by the prolific thief, who has now avoided jail despite a judge describing the assault as “serious” and condemning the failure of police to intervene.Martin Shaba, 57, was handed a 12-month suspended … Read more
The Continental Archetype Limited Edition tyre is – put simply – one of the best race tyres I’ve ever used. It was designed specifically for the 2025 Tour de France in collaboration with the UAE Team Emirates XRG team – featuring a certain Tadej Pogačar – and Continental says it’s the fastest and lightest 30mm … Read more
Reacting to a grim collision in Puglia at the weekend which left three cyclists dead, the president of the Italian Cycling Federation has blamed the rising death rate on Italy’s roads on “motorists having less patience and being in more of a hurry”.Cordiano Dagnoni spoke with The Times after the number of cyclists to die on Italy’s roads … Read more
An impatient driver who close passed a cyclist bagged himself two convictions for the price of one after spotting and abusing the victim on the train home from court.The bizarre story, which road.cc reader Tony described as a “mini saga”, began 16 months ago, in April 2024, when he was close passed by a driver while … Read more
The Velocio Men’s LUXE Bib Short is an incredibly comfortable, modern-looking pair of shorts from the high-end American brand. They’re designed for all-day riding, and they deliver too, thanks to their extremely comfortable fabric, chamois and plush, supportive straps. But at a shade under £220, it’s definitely a premium you’re paying for.> Buy now: Velocio Men’s LUXE Bib Short … Read more
A driver who hit and killed a cyclist and “engaged with his phone” for 10 seconds prior to the collision has been cleared of causing the death by dangerous driving.Local reporters were at Norwich Crown Court to hear the jury return a not guilty verdict over Shayne Hill’s involvement in the death of Cheryl Tye … Read more
