Soreen are back for another sunny #MyCyclingWeekend.To get involved, all you’ve got to do is go riding in the sunshine, on whatever bike takes your fancy. Then snap a pic and upload it to Instagram, Twitter or Facebook using #MyCyclingWeekend.Using the hashtag is the key thing to remember as that’s how we’ll be able to … Read more
The Castelli UPF 50+ Light Arm Skins are a decent set of sleeves that keep the sun off and offer some protection on descents. Pros: Lightweight, keep the sun and some wind off, easy to use and stow Cons: A little pricey for what they are, perhaps As the sun comes out, so too do … Read more
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If you joined in Red Bull’s Million Mile Commute on Strava last summer, you’ll know that the target of one million collective miles in three months was comprehensively smashed, with plenty of prizes won by participants along the way… well this year Red Bull are challenging us to log even more miles and get everyone on board, with … Read more
If you have any interest in mountain biking, you’ll know that Shimano recently launched the latest version of its flagship XTR groupset. The headline news was the jump to 12 sprockets, providing a whopping 510% range when used with the new 10-51t cassette and marginally besting SRAM’s Eagle 1×12 groupset.That leads to obvious speculation that Shimano’s … Read more
No need to pan out on the map to work out where exactly this ride took place. Michael Broadwith’s Land’s End to John O’Groats (LEJOG) record-breaking ride is now on Strava.Earlier this week, Broadwith set a new LEJOG record of 43 hours 25 minutes and 13 seconds – more than half an hour faster than … Read more
First published 22nd April 2018The Giant Contend SL 1 is an absolutely spot-on all-day ride. It’s a comfortable and versatile sportive/endurance bike with a dependable feel that encourages you to keep going and just do those extra few miles.> Find your nearest dealer hereIt takes whatever it encounters in its stride with an unflappable assurance … Read more
After almost three years of tests, the UCI has authorised disc brakes for road and BMX racing from July 1. The sport’s governing body also announced its intention to ban the use of Tramadol in competition from 2019.Pro teams were initially allowed to try out disc brakes in races towards the end of the 2015 … Read more
Cipollini’s MCM is a carbon-fibre road bike that, as well as being available in standard sizes, can be made in a bespoke geometry to fit you perfectly.Most carbon-fibre bikes are made in moulds. The exact processes vary between manufacturers and models but the main section of the frame is usually created as a monocoque – … Read more
If you’re looking for a pair of high quality shorts for fast riding then the dhb Aeron Speed bibs certainly deliver. They’re well made, with an excellent pad, and they’re pretty comfortable too, with the odd proviso. They’re good whether you’re riding quickly, or for a long time, or even both. Pros: Good cut, great … Read more
