The Italian brand Scicon, who since their inception in 1980 have almost exclusively sold bike bags, boxes and protective products, have just launched a racing saddle called the Elan. 19 of the best saddlesScicon Elan Saddle – underside (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The saddle has a ‘power ergo’ design that Scicon say is both comfortable and high-performing, with the … Read more
When police in Northamptonshire announced recently that they would run a close pass operation targeting drivers who overtake cyclists too closely, it was thanks in part to the efforts of one road.cc reader who lives in the county.Back in May the cyclist, Dave, met with the force’s chief constable and showed him a video compilation … Read more
One Pro Cycling has scrapped plans to launch a women’s team for the 2019 season, citing lack of sufficient sponsorship.Last month the team’s founder, former England wicket keeper Matt Prior, said that it was moving away from the men’s side of the sport and was aiming to secure a place in the UCI Women’s WorldTour.> … Read more
Mavic’s Cosmic Pro Carbon SL UST wheels make tubeless technology truly nothing to fear, with all the benefits attached. Sure, it’s now a whopping £449 more expensive than the equivalent (old) clinchers, but they’re still very capable performance all-rounders. Pros: Fast, stable, stiff, good braking, easy-to-install tubeless system Cons: Expensive, lack of ceramic bearings When … Read more
The Crossfire SS jersey from Sweet Protection covers all of the bases: a soft fabric, slim race fit, three roomy pockets and a nicely dropped tail, all for a pretty decent price. Pros: Good quality, comfortable fabric Cons: Small sizing The overall quality of the Crossfire is very impressive. The stitching is very neat and … Read more
Today, Stolenride.co.uk has launched its #HalfEatenRide initiative to raise awareness of the issue of bikes that are stripped bare of components by thieves in London.> #HalfEatenRide campaign launched to highlight issue of bikes stripped of parts in LondonIn this blog post, the website’s founder Rich Cantle speaks to Candide, who has been a victim of such … Read more
A website that seeks to reunite victims of cycle theft in London with their bikes has launched an initiative to raise awareness of another issue that affects many of the capital’s cyclists – thieves stripping parts from bikes, rather than stealing them outright.Stolenride.co.uk is encouraging people to share via social media photos of frames that … Read more
There was definitely a chill in the air this morning as October kicked off, and that means the cold weather gear is now flying through the office doors. Here are some of the highlights from our latest crop of test products, including some items definitely built for keeping the cold out…Castelli Scalda Elite gloves£75.00Castelli Scalda Elite gloves (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)75 … Read more
The Pro Vibe is a very comfortable seatpost with easy adjustment of the saddle angle. It’s strong, too, but you can go quite a bit lighter for the same money. Pros: Easy saddle angle adjustment, very strong, comfortable on rough terrain Cons: There are lighter options at this price point Seatposts are not the most … Read more
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