Sir Bradley Wiggins: Doping allegations “nearly killed my wife”

Sir Bradley Wiggins says that the stress brought on by the storm resulting from the revelation by Russian hackers that he had raced while using otherwise banned drugs under Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs) “nearly killed” his wife Cath.In a wide-ranging interview with the Guardian’s Donald McRae, the five-time Olympic champion and 2012 Tour de France … Read more

Castelli Sorpasso 2 bib tights

Castelli’s Sorpasso 2 Men’s bib tights are said to be the Italian brand’s best-sellers, and after my time with them it’s not hard to see why. Aside from the price tag and one nuance in the fit, they’re almost the perfect cold weather winter bib tights. Pros: Performance fit, support, warmth, chamois Cons: Tight knees, … Read more

Blackburn DayBlazer 125 Rear

The Blackburn DayBlazer 125 is the big brother of the DayBlazer 65. It packs a bigger punch and longer burn times, with the same easy-fit mechanisms, at a small extra cost on the scales and a slightly bigger extra cost to your wallet. Pros: Very bright, easy-fitting Cons: Not as good value as the DayBlazer 65 … Read more

BORG50C Carbon Clincher wheelset

The BORG50C carbon clincher aero wheels are a sharply priced tubeless-ready option for going fast. Handling well in crosswinds and with an industry-leading lifetime warranty, for the money these are a serious contender for Best Starter Bling Hoops Deal Going. Pros: Handle wind well, amazing warranty, sharp price Cons: Not the lightest, effing tight tyre … Read more

Chris Froome to start 2019 season in Colombia?

Chris Froome says that he may begin his 2019 season in Colombia, and that his main target for the year will be trying to secure a record-equalling fifth Tour de France victory.Speaking to the newspaper El Colombiano on a visit to take part in a race organised by former Team Sky colleague Rigoberto Uran, Froome … Read more