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Fizik Artica R5 Road Shoes
I’ve been on the hunt for the perfect winter boots for a long time now, and while the new Fizik Artica R5 cycling shoes don’t tick every single box they are pretty damn close. Waterproof and toasty warm, they certainly make riding in the winter a much more pleasurable experience. Pros: Impressive waterproofing, great closure … Read more
Consultation reveals “overwhelming”support for Canary Wharf-Rotherhithe cycling and walking bridge
Plans for a new cycling and walking bridge spanning the River Thames between Canary Wharf and Rotherhithe have received “overwhelming” support in a consultation, Transport for London (TfL) has revealed.93 per cent of respondents supported plans for a new Thames crossing for people on bike and foot, with 85 per cent in favour of TfL’s … Read more
Updated: X-ray trucks to detect motors in Classics and Grand Tours
The UCI, cycle sport’s world governing body, has today announced that it will use X-ray equipped trucks to check bikes for motor assistance at this year’s Grand Tours and five of the biggest one-day races, and will randomly select bikes to dismantle following stages/races.Any bikes deemed to be suspicious will also be dismantled, and officials … Read more
Like to win: win a Saris Superbones car rack simply by liking a Facebook post!
Planning a cycling-heavy trip away any time soon? Lucky for you we’ve teamed up with Saris to give away one of their top-of-the-range Superbones car racks, worth £370! All you have to do is like this post by clicking through to it on our Facebook page to enter! It will securely hold three bikes, and has innovative … Read more
Proper Cleaner by Guy Martin Starter Pack
The Proper Cleaner by Guy Martin Starter Pack is described as the workhorse of his range, suitable for cleaning bicycles, motorcycles, “or owt else with wheels (or tracks) on”. Apparently kind to all surfaces, it actually works pretty well on most kinds of generic grot. It’s better than some iconic pink blends, and on par … Read more
Near Miss of the Day 114: Yet another needless close pass
Today’s video in our Near Miss of the Day feature shows yet another unnecessary close pass on a cyclist – something that, if you’ve been following the series, figures all too regularly.This particular one happened to road.cc reader John on Belfast’s A52 Crumlin Road.He told us: “Happening all to often now!“I’ve been cycling for over 10 years, … Read more
Man turns ‘cycling fanatic’ after heart attack – then spends his ‘rides’ in the pub
A woman in Ireland has written to a newspaper’s agony aunt to ask for advice about how to approach her husband after discovering that his daily bike rides were a cover for popping down the pub for a lunchtime session and a meal.The anonymous woman wrote to an advice column in The Irish Times to … Read more