A new study has found that the Mini Holland programmes introduced in three outer London boroughs has found that they have encouraged more cycling and walking, especially in areas where measures have already been implemented.The study, led by Dr Rachel Aldred of the University of Westminster and publsihed in the academic journal Transportation Research, also found … Read more
With such beautiful weather for #MyCyclingWeekend, it seems that everyone was finding an excuse for getting out on the bike.We’ve seen pictures from roadies, mountain bikers, gravel riders and tourers. It also seems like loads of you were taking part in GritFest which looked absolutely brutal.We’ll get to this week’s winner in a bit but first, … Read more
Our latest Near Miss of the Day video is one that resulted in the driver involved being convicted.It happened in Gowerton, Swansea to road.cc reader John who submitted it to Welsh road safety parnership GoSafe under their Operation Snap initiative.The outcome? A fixed penalty for the motorist for driving without due care and attention. We know from … Read more
First published 3rd December 2017The new Orro Terra C 105 Hydro is a stable carbon bike that’s quick on the road, with the strength and confident handling required for heading on to gravel and other hard-packed trails with the appropriate tyres. Mudguard and rack mounts make this a versatile option that can cope with everything … Read more
These 100% Speedcraft SL sunnies offer decent clarity and massive wind protection, but a lack of adjustment leads me to advise that you try before you buy. They’re also not the easiest when it comes to changing lenses. Pros: Stylish, comfortable Cons: Expensive, fit is rather big, changing lenses isn’t easy The fashion for larger … Read more
Despite the advance in modern materials, steel is still a ruddy good choice for making a bicycle frame, as the long list of brands still working with steel tubing proves. In this latest Six of the Best video, we’ve rounded up six steel beauties that we think are good examples of the latest breed of … Read more
There’s a heatwave going on out there, and there’s a wave of hot products coming through road.cc Towers at the moment as prepare to get out in the sun this eve and try ’em all out. Happy riding!Endura Pro SL Roadsuit MP£179.99enduraproslroadsuitmp-riding (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)This one-piece from Endura brings aero down to a somewhat sensible price point (their … Read more
BBC presenter and cycle commuter Jeremy Vine has called out fellow presenter Jeremy Clarkson over a newspaper column in which the latter criticised a mother he had seen accompanying her children to school in Kensington.In response to Clarkson’s assertion that “cycling in London is extremely dangerous,” Vine countered: “No, some people who drive cars are … Read more
*This article has been updated with a response from PirelliMitchelton-Scott have become the second pro team to sign a deal with Pirelli, and the Italians have also launched the new tubular tyre, the P Zero Velo Tubular, that Simon Yates et al will be racing on at the Tour de France in July. Pirelli launch Cinturato Velo tubeless-ready clincher Review: Pirelli P Zero … Read more
