New brand Saikel is out to make a statement with its stylish kit and has started out, controversially, with a pair of blue bib shorts. That’s right, the Chevrons Bib Shorts are not black, but I rather like them. Not only does the blue make them a perfect match with the Chevrons jersey, but it … Read more
Three-time track cycling world champion and Olympic gold medallist Marty Nothstein has been accused of sexual misconduct and suspended without pay from his position as executive director of the Lehigh Valley velodrome in Pennsylvania. An investigation was opened 11 days after he announced his candidacy for US Congress as a Republican.Nothstein won sprint gold at … Read more
The 3T Zero25 Pro Seat Post is a clever piece of kit, with the ability to shift between a 0mm and 25mm setback quickly and without too much fuss. It’s not as exciting as the 3T Strada frame that’s gained the company so much attention recently (and impressed Dave so much he gave it 9/10 … Read more
Warwickshire County Council has said that it will do more to fill potholes and track repair work following the death of Kate Vanloo, who was killed after falling from her bike in January 2016. The pothole she hit had first been identified in March 2015, but a subcontractor, unable to locate it, repaired one three … Read more
A US father has advised parents to examine their children’s bikes after his six-year-old son lost his life following a freak accident which saw him impaled by the end of his handlebars.NBC reports that Denny Curran was riding his bike with friends on quiet residential roads in Pullman, Washington State, last month, when he fell.According … Read more
It’s not hard to see today’s near miss coming. A flatbed truck bearing down on a cyclist, regular traffic in the opposite direction, no pause, no slowing – this driver’s overtaking regardless of what’s in the other lane. Where’s the problem? If they have to move back over, it’ll only be the cyclist who gets … Read more
At eight quid each, the Silca Tyre Lever Premio Set are possibly the most expensive tyre levers you can buy. There Will Be Letters. This, however, is to the miss the points that: 1. They work, even on stupidly-tight tyres, and 2. They save you damaging a wheel that likely cost over a grand. Pros: … Read more
Hommage Au Velo’s Women’s Short Sleeve Jersey is a retro design with a boyish cut and no-frills fabric. It’s spot on for leisurely rides, or for those who are not sold on ‘high-performance’ fabrics and skin-tight race-fit jerseys. The ethos behind the company is pretty appealing too. Pros: Unique design, cut that doesn’t assume a … Read more
Off for a ride this weekend? Get a photo and you could win a mystery prize!#MyCyclingWeekend is back for another brilliant weekend of riding. It’s quite a simple competition, all you have to do is snap a picture and post it on Instagram or Twitter using the hashtag.Up for grabs is a mystery prize from the … Read more
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