Virtual reality (VR) headsets have been handed out to 11 police forces in time for Christmas. Officers involved in close pass operations in those areas will now be able to carry out roadside education of drivers using a close pass film produced by Cycling UK.Earlier this year, Cycling UK raised over £17,000 for the Oculus … Read more
Trek have ventured into e-road with an electrified version of their popular Domane endurance bike, the Domane+. They say its Bosch drive system “sustains Tour de France speeds at cycling-around-the-block efforts.” Stealthy assisted speed: e-bikes that look like road bikesThe Domane+ is equipped with a 500 Wh battery and a Bosch Performance Speed motor, and Trek say it can go … Read more
A typically hilly route has been announced for the 2019 Vuelta a Espana – but 2018 champion Simon Yates says he has not yet decided whether he will be taking part.The 2019 Vuelta will run from August 24 to September 15. The route features 59 categorised climbs, compared to 46 in this year’s edition, and … Read more
The Fizik Aliante R3 Regular is a medium-width, scoop-shaped saddle that’s firmer than some previous Aliante models, and is therefore best suited to hard efforts. If you want a saddle for sitting up and cruising, this isn’t it, but if you’re in a hurry, it’s definitely one to consider. Pro: Comfy for hard efforts, nicely … Read more
Crotch Guard Skin Care Oil is a chamois cream that isn’t because it’s an oil. It’s different to a barrier cream, Crotch Guard claiming that it works ‘in’ the skin rather than ‘on’ the skin. It’s a difference that works. Really well. Pros: Non greasy, non smelly, absorbent, works Cons: Despite spray application it still … Read more
Scotland’s John Archibald, brother of world and Olympic champion track cyclist Katie, has today set a new World Record for the fastest ever individual pursuit ridden at sea level.Riding at the Swiss Cycling Challenge in Grenchen – if you’re scratching your head about which part of Switzerland is at sea level, the strict definition for … Read more
The cycle clothing and footwear business Garneau has launched an annual Don’t Text and Drive day commemorating cyclists who have been killed by drivers using their mobile phones at the wheel. The date chosen is 22 December, which this year marks the first anniversary of the death of Australian pro cyclist Jason Lowndes, who rode … Read more
The disc brake rollout in the pro peloton hasn’t gone as smoothly as the bike and equipment manufacturers would probably have liked, but Katusha Alpecin pro team has just announced the entire team will race disc-equipped bikes in 2019.That’s according to a press release from its bike sponsor Canyon, and follows the first winter training … Read more
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Kitsound’s District earbuds are a good set of lightweight, sweat-resistant Bluetooth in-ear headphones that are well thought out and deliver a good, clear sound. Pros: Easy to use, good sound Cons: Run-time, easy to press the multifunction button when you’re adjusting them, range The District earbuds come in their own natty case that doubles as … Read more
