If you’re heading out on the bike this weekend then why not enter out #MyCyclingWeekend competition?With the rain forecast to pour all day on Saturday, big Dave is hoping the field will be thinned at the Odd Down, leaving him an easy win!There should also be a good weekend of cyclocross racing with that same … Read more
Research carried out at the University of Leeds has found that during a 4km commute into the city centre, cyclists suffered the least exposure to air pollution.The Guardian reports that researchers used portable pollution-measuring equipment to track rush-hour commutes into and out of Leeds city centre in June.All commuters set off at the same time … Read more
The Santini Coral Thermal jersey is comfortable and functional and great for dry, cool days in the saddle. It performs well with a baselayer and also fits well under a jacket for when the temperatures really drop. Pros: Slim design means it fits easily under jackets Cons: Very little lower back coverage, not cheap The … Read more
Dr Richard Freeman, the doctor at the centre of the Team Sky Jiffy bag controversy, has told the Jess Varnish employment tribunal that cyclists on British Cycling’s podium programme were “very firmly controlled” by coaches. Varnish, who was dropped from the national squad in April 2016 and claims she was unfairly discriminated against, is seeking … Read more
A Glasgow cab driver has been issued with a warning after he got out of his vehicle and punched a cyclist.The Evening Times reports that after Robert Cunningham picked up two passengers outside Central Station, a pair of cyclists – one male, one female – pulled up ahead of him at a set of traffic … Read more
Car manufacturer SEAT has showcased technology in its new Tarraco 4×4 that alerts drivers to potential collisions with cyclists and, if audible and visual warnings are ignored, automatically applies the brakes.The video shows SEAT engineer Esteban Alcántara, who works on active safety at the company, at the wheel of the car with two friends of … Read more
The Madison Flux is a classically shaped saddle with a good level of padding. It’s one of Madison’s best sellers, and has been aimed at mountain biking, but I found it fine for use on the road. Pros: Price, supportive and comfortable shape Cons: Not the lightest, only available in one width, some might prefer … Read more
Strapping bags to bikes is all the rage right now, and Rapha has joined the fun with an all-new range of frame packs. In this video, we take a first look at the Waterproof Frame Pack and see how waterproof it really is. Though it’s been tested to withstand the demands of racing and riding across … Read more
