MyCyclingWeekend – We Have a Winner

The first weekend of winter brought us some pretty damp weather but, at times, the sun broke through to provide some stunning shots!While it certainly feels like we’ve entered true winter, there are still loads of brilliant autumn colours around and this week’s winner took advantage of the deep oranges.Dave got this great shot during a … Read more

Focus Izalco Max gets aerodynamic makeover for 2019 – First Look

In a move that hasn’t surprised any of us, Focus has given its flagship Izalco Max an aerodynamic makeover for 2019 whilst maintaining the low weight the previous generation model was renowned for.Despite carrying the same model name, it’s an all-new bike with a clean sheet redesign that has been optimised in the wind tunnel. All … Read more

PEdAL ED Hikari Reflective Shell Jacket

The PEdAL ED Hikari jacket is a pretty impressive bit of kit, with a good fit and useful features. The excellent after-dark visibility and the pockets are plus points, making it more versatile than other expensive waterproof shells. It’s not as packable or quite as breathable as something made out of Gore’s Shakedry fabric, so … Read more

Paul Sherwen has died, aged 62

Former professional cyclist turned TV pundit Paul sherwen has died at the age of 62.As a racer, Sherwen competed seven times in the Tour de France and was also a past British road and circuit race champion.Many will know him best for his subsequent career as co-commentator to Phil Liggett, with whom he covered 33 … Read more

Blackburn DayBlazer 400 front light

The Blackburn Dayblazer 400 is the baby of the range. It’s bijoux enough for clutter-phobic bars, and although 400 lumens are top whack, and run-times aren’t particularly generous in the lower 200-lumen setting, the strobing and flashing modes have ample presence and reasonable economy, which might appeal to urban riders. Pros: Inexpensive, compact, decent flashing/strobing … Read more

Campagnolo Record 12-speed Disc groupset

As it did with 11-speed a decade ago, Campagnolo became the first component manufacturer to reveal a 2×12 groupset this year. And much like last time around, it appears the company has managed to add in the extra sprocket while maintaining – and in some places improving – the performance of its flagship Record and … Read more