We all like a bargain, don’t we? Save some money? Yes please! Most of us care about the environment and sustainability too… so, is there a way to mix these two ideas by giving a second life to everyday household objects that would otherwise be off to landfill? Are there cheap items that could be repurposed to … Read more
The Boardman Mens Waterproof Jacket is designed for use both on and off the bike and, typically for the British bike brand, it is extremely well priced. It has a detachable hood and excellent reflectives – and it lives up to the ‘waterproof’ part of the name very well. But I didn’t find it that breathable, … Read more
“Got your ears on?”, “Ten Four”, “There’s a Smokie on your tail”. Ehhh! Whaaaat! You may need to brush up on your Call Sign alphabet and CB radio sayings if you’ve let them lapse. Lazer’s new communication device, the VeloVox, enables hands-free peloton conversations for up to 30 riders. So, assuming every single cyclist rushes out to buy … Read more
Castelli has released a new Perfetto RoS 3 jacket that it claims “revolutionises breathable protection” thanks to an entirely new fabric – free from PFAS-based chemicals – developed with Polartec. This AirCore fabric is exclusive to Castelli and its stablemate Sportful in the cycling world, although the developers believe it will have a huge impact … Read more
Rudy Project has launched the Sinergy, a new “single-material” helmet that brings sustainability, affordability and versatility to its line-up. Made with over 60% recyclable materials, the Sinergy is said to suit every riding style and weighs 250g (size S/M) and is priced at £59.2025 Rudy Project Sinergy helmet lifestyle (Image Credit: Rudy Project)Like most things, … Read more
Cyclists, campaigners and politicians have reacted with anger and frustration after the cycling elements of a plan to boost safety at a notoriously dangerous junction were suddenly entirely dropped by the council.While Norfolk County Council has blamed “rising costs and limited funding” for the removal of cycling safety improvements from the plan for the Dereham Road-Larkman … Read more
A French ultra-endurance cyclist attempting to break the world record for the fastest crossing of Eurasia by bicycle has reportedly been arrested in Russia accused of an illegal border crossing.Sofiane Sehili described it as “heartbreaking” last week when his final 400km stretch to Vladivostok, the Russian port city on the far eastern Pacific tip of Asia, … Read more
September, and after leaving it until squeaky bum time last month I thought I’d get the seventh ride of the series in bright and early, on the first weekend of September. The Tour of Britain was coming to the Tumble, and that seemed like as good an opportunity as any for a day out. Dave RRtY … Read more
