A French cyclist who was caught using a hidden motor in a Category-3 race last October has received a five-year ban from racing.Cyril Fontaine, aged 43, will also be barred from holding a licence for the same period after the national disciplinary commission of the French Cycling Federation (FFC) found him guilty of technological fraud, … Read more
Findra’s Caddon jersey is an all-British offering, designed in Scotland and manufactured in the UK (although the merino is New Zealand’s finest). With a dropped back, thumbholes and a drawstring cowl neck, it’s a stylish, lightweight and soft option for both on and off the bike. Pros: Lightweight, soft, seamless Cons: Expensive, limited colour options … Read more
The six new cycle routes announced by Transport for London (TfL) and Mayor of London Sadiq Khan earlier this week are unlikely to be delivered before 2023. London Assembly members expressed disappointment upon hearing the news.The press release announcing the schemes stated that the routes had been prioritised from a list of 25 drawn up … Read more
Sven Cycles’ Darron Coppin stopped by road.cc HQ this week to drop off a Pathfinder 1×11 adventure bike, and a high-quality piece of work it looks too.Sven builds steel bikes in deepest, darkest Dorset – Weymouth, to be exact. The range covers bespoke and semi-custom models.Sven Cycles Pathfinder – seat stay (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson)The … Read more
Today’s near miss sees a BMW convertible driver overtaking in the knowledge that an oncoming car can easily be avoided simply by steering towards the cyclist.The incident occurred in July 2015 on Cumberland Road in Bristol and is a fairly classic encounter within the ‘well the driver in front overtook, so I may as well … Read more
A new Bournemouth cycle lane that directs cyclists the wrong way down a one-day street before ending at a row of parked cars has been criticised by campaigners. Cycling UK says the layout is an example of why the Government needs to adopt national design standards for cycling infrastructure.The Bournemouth Echo has published photos of … Read more
If you’re in need of new overshoes that can stand up to the British winter, these Rapha Pro Team Overshoes are a good, if expensive, choice, providing great protection against the worst the weather can throw your way. They also have a massive reflective stripe to help you stand out in the dark, and durability … Read more
