Metier has used the latest wonder material, graphene, to control body temperature in its new Element baselayer. The theory sounds plausible but in reality I can see very few benefits over baselayers a third of the price. It does fit nicely, though. Pros: Well cut, compressive fit Cons: Removes sweat from the body but doesn’t … Read more
Cycling UK is looking to supply police throughout the country with a virtual reality film that will educate drivers about the dangers of passing cyclists too closely. The national cycling charity is looking to raise £15,000 to provide the film and a VR headset to every UK police force free of charge.The thinking is that … Read more
The Genesis Fugio is probably the closest you’ll come to a mountain bike before you just cut your losses and go all in. Billed as the evolution of a road plus bike, we found it very capable on the roughest gravel we encountered, but both the weight and price left us feeling a little wanting.
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Jan Ullrich is reportedly facing another assault allegation following an incident at Hamburg Airport on Tuesday. Germany’s only Tour de France winner was flying to the US to seek new rehabilitation treatment after he was twice arrested for violent incidents last month.A police spokesman told SID, a subsidiary of AFP, that Ullrich was alleged to … Read more
Looking for some target events for 2019? Well, Vélo Birmingham is back, with a difference: the UK’s second-biggest closed-roads sportive has moved earlier in the year, and also changed its name to reflect a new focus. Say hello to Vélo Birmingham and Midlands!> Pre-register onlineThe inaugural Vélo Birmingham ran in September 2017 and sold out … Read more
Shimano’s new Ultegra RX rear derailleur, available in both mechanical (RX800, £99.99) and electronic (RX805 Di2, £259.99) versions, reduces chain slap noise and eliminates dropped chains. It’s ideal for cyclo-cross, gravel and adventure bikes where rough and bumpy terrain can easily unship an unsuspecting chain, but largely pointless on the road unless you’re riding cobblestones … Read more
The Lead Out bib shorts are Lusso’s take on a classic design and the Manchester-based company has done a great job. The shorts offer comfort, quality and a decent performance with plenty of understated style, at a price that won’t break the bank. Pros: Excellent compression feel from the fabric, supportive pad Cons: Stitching not … Read more
Full details have been announced this evening of the routes and schedule for the 2019 UCI Road World Championships, which will be held in Yorkshire.The event begins on Saturday 21 September 2019, when para-cycling road races provide a curtain-raiser to the championships proper, with the opening weekend also featuring the debut of the new team … Read more
World cycling’s governing body, the UCI, has unveiled a series of reforms to men’s racing that will be gradually introduced from next season, including the two top-ranked second tier teams automatically being given places at Grand Tours. The latter move will limit the flexibility of race organisers in awarding wild card entries, which is often … Read more
