The latest version of Pearl Izumi’s Pursuit Hybrid winter bib tights have had some subtle alterations, and with Mike raving about the previous versions in his review almost two years ago, I was pleasantly surprised to find that, if anything, they’ve got even better. The added PI Dry technology on the back of the legs … Read more
This year’s Hammersmith Cyclists’ Film Show will include a talk by the current Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) record holder, Michael Broadwith. There will also be a showing of a Ray Pascoe film, 2 Days & 2 Nights – Revisited, about John Woodburn’s 1982 LEJOG record.Back in June, Broadwith set a new LEJOG record … Read more
Originally designed as a collapsible helmet, the real appeal of the Hedkayse is that it can withstand multiple impacts and still be safe to use. At this point we feel obliged to make some sort of reference to Iain O’Brien’s ability to withstand multiple impacts during his previous career as an international cricketer. O’Brien played … Read more
A 19-year-old driver has been handed 300 hours of community work and been banned from driving for two years after he hit and killed a cyclist near Spalding. Hadley Fisher admitted causing the death of Jason Ingle by careless driving on February 17 last year while attempting to pass him at around 60mph on a … Read more
1. The artist Grayson Perry talks about his Dutch bike – and says MAMILs confuse function with statusThe artist Grayson Perry has spoken of why he chooses to ride a traditional Dutch bike – and says that men splashing out on a road bike that is more suited to the Tour de France than a commute are confusing … Read more
The Muc-Off Bike Mat is a neat solution to keeping your floor clean, whether you are tinkering, cleaning or training indoors on your bike. DIY options can be cheaper but it certainly does the job. Pros: Robust, stops anything from soaking through to your floor Cons: Bubble wrap is cheaper If, like me, you enjoy a … Read more
We’re constantly reviewing new and notable cycling accessories here on road.cc, and here are the best of the best from the past year.In order to be considered here a product must have been reviewed on road.cc during 2018. It must also have scored very highly on our usual testing criteria: construction, performance, durability, weight (if applicable), comfort … Read more
A Nottinghamshire driver who hit a cyclist at a roundabout, causing serious life-altering injuries, has received six penalty points and a £200 fine.Nottinghamshire Live reports that on July 30 last year Kay Melvin pulled out in front of a cyclist who was already on a roundabout. He tried to avoid her but was hit.According to … Read more
