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And we thought ‘Froomedog’ was just a nickname – key aspect of Sky rider’s Salbutamol defence said to hinge on study carried out on canines

The legal team representing Chris Froome is reported to have submitted a new scientific study that claims the test for Salbutamol is ‘fundamentally flawed’. The UCI are unimpressed however after discovering that some of the paper’s conclusions are based on research on dogs.Froome – whose nickname is ‘Froomedog’ – had twice the permitted limit of … Read more

Shimano Evolve Jersey

Shimano’s Evolve jersey is airy and comfortable and fits well, but comes with a bit of a high price tag, despite being in Shimano’s ‘second tier’ range.  Pros: Subtle branding/unshouty styling, comfortable and well fitted, integrated partial baselayer Cons: Pockets are a bit high and a bit small, price is excessive Last year, Shimano launched its top-end S-Phyre clothing line, with … Read more

Extra carriages for bikes to be added to ScotRail trains on the West Highland Line

ScotRail is to introduce Britain’s first rail carriages reserved for bikes and outdoor equipment in response to overcrowding on the West Highland Line between Glasgow, Oban, Fort William and Mallaig.Last September, the Scottish Government said in a report that it was exploring “introducing dedicated carriages for cycles and other outdoor sports equipment on rural routes … Read more

road.cc recap: ten of our favourite stories this week

1. Chichester extends cycling ban and says it’s ‘not a vendetta’ against cyclists’A ban on cyclists in Chichester city centre’s pedestrian precinct has been extended to include Sundays, reported the Chichester Observer. City and district councillor Len Macey said the move did not represent “a vendetta against cyclists,” arguing: “It’s a pedestrian precinct and by rights cycling should … Read more

MyCyclingWeekend – Fuelled by Soreen

Soreen are back for another brilliant #MyCyclingWeekend. The weather is looking a little mixed, but we’re sure you’ll just grab a jacket and head out anyway!When you’re out, remember to snap a pic of you, your bike, the view or even your cake. Then pop it on Instagram, Twitter or Facebook with #MyCyclingWeekend so that we can … Read more

Giro Vasona Mips Women’s Helmet

The Giro Vasona Mips helmet is a good looking, comfortable and affordable lid, aimed at women who cycle on road or trail. As the name suggests, it includes the integrated Multi-Directional Impact Protection System (Mips), and comes in a great choice of colours, but just the one size – 50-57cm; if you have a small … Read more