The Giro Rumble VR MTB shoes are a good option if you’re looking for a casual shoe that you can also clip in for leisurely rides and commutes on trails or tarmac. You’ll need overshoes if you’re using them in wet and/or muddy conditions, but for dry, leisurely miles they do a decent job and are … Read more
The crouch, the Superman or the conventional one? Which of Graeme Obree’s riding positions was the most aerodynamically efficient? With the help of Endura, he went to a wind tunnel to find out. While Obree concedes that there is a touch of sadness at killing off the mystery, he’s also a man with a bountiful … Read more
Chris Froome has said that he backs Sir Dave Brailsford as team principal and that Team Sky’s practices have “evolved” since its early days. A Commons Select Committee this week said that an “ethical line” had been crossed by Team Sky in using drugs not just for medical need but also to enhance riders’ performance.The … Read more
Radio 2 presenter Jeremy Vine has taken to Twitter to highlight a ‘classic’ instance of a bus driver overtaking him before squeezing him to the kerb when pulling in at a stop.In weary tones, Vine narrates, “cycling along, doing my best,” before attempting to recreate the sense of fear, frustration and disbelief he felt as … Read more
1. Cycling in your 80s can mean having the immune system of a 20-year-oldThere’s a lot of bad news out there, so we’ll start with the good stuff: cycling helps rejuvenate your immune system, according to a recent study. The BBC reports on research published in the journal Aging Cell which found that some long distance cyclists in … Read more
The Genuine Innovations AirChuck CO2 Inflator is a simple and efficient way to get air into your tyres quickly; it’s a little on the expensive side but is good quality and should last. Pros: Simplicity, light Cons: No freeze protection I’ve been using an earlier (brass bodied) version of this inflator for over a decade … Read more
Add it to the list: cycling also helps rejuvenate your immune system, according to a recent study.The BBC reports on research published in the journal Aging Cell which found that some long distance cyclists in their 80s had the immune systems of 20-year-olds.A separate study, published in the same journal, found that cyclists preserved muscle … Read more
The Kalf Merino Beanie is well made, functional, and fits under a helmet easily. It also looks good enough that it can be worn as a standalone hat. It’s nice and warm, doesn’t hold too much moisture and is easy to care for. It’s one size only, though, so check it fits. Pros: Comfortable, looks … Read more
As well as publishing an independent report that concluded there was a “strong” case for introducing a dangerous cycling law, the Department for Transport (DfT) today launched a consultation calling for “help, ideas and evidence” on how to make cycling safer and more appealing.Cycling minister Jesse Norman said: “We are looking for great ideas, for … Read more
This coming Monday at 2010GMT is the fourth in our eight-week series of Hammer Time rides on Zwift in association with CycleOps. Ride #4 is another group workout, with the emphasis on sweet spot riding (above 90% of your FTP) and active recovery. The series will culminate in a Fondo on Zwift 23 April, and if you ride … Read more
