Sustrans has today published a review of the National Cycle Network (NCN), which it develops and manages, highlighting serious shortcomings in the existing 16,575 miles of routes it comprises and recommending an action plan that it says will result in the number of journeys made on it each year doubling by 2040.In its Paths for Everyone … Read more
The latest video in our Near Miss of the Day series is a nasty one – a cyclist coming downhill at speed who is subjected to a punishment pass from the driver of a lorry.It was submitted by road.cc reader Phil, who told us: “Apologies for the colourful language but this was close and at … Read more
The Astute Star Lite is a superbly made saddle that offers a high level of comfort, especially when you’re in a low and aggressive riding position. Pros: Excellent level of comfort, beautiful build quality Cons: You have to pay for that high quality The build quality here is exceptional. Even when viewed from underneath (granted, … Read more
Two British cyclists have been killed after a driver crashed into a club ride in Trinidad & Tobago.Joanna Banks, aged 40 and a manager at BP’s operations in the Caribbean country, was thrown into a ditch by the impact of the fatal collision yesterday morning.Joe Brown a well-known chef who rana a restaurant in Port … Read more
Green Party London Assembly member Caroline Russell recently quizzed Chief Commissioner Cressida Dick on what the Metropolitan Police Service is doing to bring down the number of cyclists and pedestrians injured or killed on London’s roads. In this blog post for road.cc, she sets out her thoughts on their exchange.Are the Met Police taking road crime … Read more
The Merlin Malt-G is an aluminium gravel/all-rounder bike that puts in a solid performance on both asphalt and hard-packed roads and offers exceptional value for money. Pros: A lot of fun on gravel, Shimano Tiagra is great value, solid all-round performance Cons: Heavy, some budget components The Malt-G is a versatile proposition, able to handle … Read more
Richard Freeman, the former British Cycling and Team Sky doctor, looks set to face a General Council probe over the delivery of testosterone patches to the National Cycling Centre in Manchester.Existence of the patches came to light as part of the UK Anti-doping (UKAD) investigation into the contents of a Jiffy Bag delivered to Freeman … Read more
Christmas is nearly upon us again and it’s time to spend some money on your cycling significant other or family member. We’ve come up with X presents that we think make excellent stocking fillers for the avid mountain biker or gravel cyclist – get stuck in and make someone happy this Xmas!
Eat Race Win – chef Hannah Grant’s second sports nutrition cookbook, following The Grand Tour Cookbook – is a usable and ultimately interesting read that might help shed light on areas of nutrition that you’ve yet to optimise. Pros: Insightful, incorporates up-to-date science and thinking, plenty of recipes Cons: Won’t revolutionise you if you already … Read more
This review was first published 1st February 2018Lusso’s lightweight Windtex gloves are great performers whatever the weather, wet or dry, and when the temperature is in the low single figures. Another great addition to your winter wardrobe. Pros: Water repellent, windproof, warm Cons: Thumb dexterity, not touchscreen compatible, handwash only According to its producer Vagotex, … Read more
