We’ve weighed in on the electric/mechanical debate quite a bit over the years, but as I’ve had as many positive experiences as I have negative with both, I’ve landed on a real preference for mechanical everything, whether that’s shifting, computers (not that there are mechanical cycling computers), or full bikes. Over the years, bikes kitted … Read more
It’s time to round off the week with our complete guide to all the goings-on in the world of e-bikes. In this edition: a two-in-one concept from CNC specialist Actofive, big news from the West Midlands, US national parks aim to make things easier, and how e-bike storage is a barrier to e-bike ownership. Now, … Read more
If you’ve ever considered an e-road bike, you might have thought: “well I’ve already got a nice road bike, why can’t I just convert that?” But the options have been a bit limited and also, mostly, sub-optimal. If you’re replacing a wheel you get mismatched wheels, unless you’re prepared to build a matching wheel, or … Read more
Geraint Thomas says that cycling is a dangerous sport in which “accidents happen” but added he was confident “everyone wants to keep improving safety”.The cycling community in Britain is continuing to process the death of Finlay Tarling, the 19-year old Welsh cyclist who was killed by an oncoming driver during the Volta a Portugal three … Read more
Factor reckons that gravel racing is evolving at a very rapid pace, and to a degree, the brand is correct. Road bike aero technologies, like deep-section rims and slippery tube shapes, are finding their way onto many modern gravel bikes in the pursuit of podiums, but with its new Elara, the brand has turned that … Read more
A pro cyclist competing in Germany has narrowly avoided two collisions with drivers in quick succession.Riding for Lidl-Trek Future Racing, the development team of WorldTour outfit Lidl-Trek, 21-year-old Louis Leidert was competing in the 13.7km time trial of the Sauerlandrundfahrt in the town of Brilon. Footage filmed from the TV motorbike and shared on social … Read more
Essentially a dinkier version of its Cluster 13, the Miss Grape Cluster 2 waterproof seatpack is a two-litre, compact affair that’s equally suited to the rigmaroles of an off-road adventure as it is a fast and furious tarmac session.Made of thick and durable nylon and polyester, the bag boasts complete waterproofing thanks to an internal … Read more
Ever wished your cycling glasses could do more than sit on your nose while you sweat? BleeqUp clearly thinks the answer is yes. Its new Rover sports glasses are being pitched as “the world’s first AI sports companion built into eyewear” – they’re designed to be an action camera, cycling safety system, training assistant and … Read more
Lotto-Intermarché rider Milan Mentin says he plans to visit a therapist after being involved in the horror crash that left teenage American pro Ezra Caudell with serious injuries at the Philadelphia Cycling Classic.19-year-old Caudell, who races for Modern Adventure Pro Cycling, is currently in hospital receiving treatment for what his team has described as “multi-system … Read more
