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“Without a name change, without a flag change, we won’t continue”: Factor gives Israel-Premier Tech ultimatum as widespread protests make bike sponsorship “too controversial”

The founder and CEO of bike brand Factor has raised doubts about whether Israel-Premier Tech will continue to use its bikes next season, the widespread protests about the team at the Vuelta prompting Rob Gitelis to insist “without a name change, without a flag change, we won’t continue”.Gitelis has already given the team the ultimatum, his comments … Read more

Castelli’s all-new winter cycling fabric, Fulcrum’s wavy rim all-road wheels, G’s SunGod shades + more cool stuff from Moon and Chilli Technology

We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageThe latest cycling kit at road.cc HQ features Castelli’s all-new fabric winter jacket, Fulcrum’s wavy rim all-road wheels, plus bike lights, cameras, and Geraint Thomas’ signature sunnies from SunGod. Here’s a first look, with full reviews on the way.Chilli Technology Rear Camera & … Read more

“Everything hurts!”: Illi Gardner crowned first ever Everesting world champion, despite “very nearly packing it in” after near collision with fox and nutrition woes

After a 2.30am alarm, her first “proper” road ride in the dark, a near collision with a fox, and being unable to tolerate any food or drink as things “got bad, worryingly early”, British hill-climbing queen Illi Gardner was this weekend crowned the first ever winner of the women’s event at the Everesting World Championships.The … Read more

Scribe Inception 50+ Disc wheelset

A sub-1,500g, deep-section carbon wheelset for £649 is an absolute bargain – and that’s exactly what the Scribe Inception 50+ Disc is. At this price you might expect some corners to have been cut, but that doesn’t seem to be the case – the components are all of a good quality and the wheels are … Read more

“We offer what the internet can’t. But it’s not enough”: Popular bike shop closing after 45 years, “can no longer compete” with online retailers

A popular York bike shop is closing after 45 years, saying “we can no longer compete with what is on offer from the internet.”York Cycleworks announced the closure on Facebook, writing that “We have tried our best and had a blast meeting some brilliant characters along the way. We would like to thank everyone who has supported us … Read more

Universal Colours Mono Men’s Cargo Bib Shorts

The Universal Colours Mono Men’s Cargo Bib Shorts are essentially the same as its Mono Bib Shorts 2.0 – but with the addition of pockets. They fit well, the sizing is spot on, the feel is supportive and the price is not outrageous. And I like a cargo pocket, I really do.Buy now: Universal Colours Mono … Read more

UCI “puzzled” by SRAM’s restricted gearing legal fight

The UCI says it is “puzzled” by the legal action filed by components giant SRAM over the proposed trial of restrictive gearing at the Tour of Guangxi.The UCI’s proposed restrictions mean riders using a SRAM drivetrain will be restricted to using a 49-tooth chain ring, compared to the 54 tooth chain rings commonly used by other major … Read more

This mad-looking moving bike saddle has raised £130,000 on Kickstarter and claims to reduce pressure by 80%, plus Met’s new helmets aren’t white, they’re “absolute white”

We’ve got loads to bring you in our latest weekly tech round-up, not least a crazy-looking moving saddle that is promising “revolutionary cycling comfort” for the masses, or at least those who’ve put forward £130,000 on crowdfunding platform Kickstarter. Elsewhere, there’s loads of new autumn and winter kit being announced as the seasons change here … Read more