A recent survey of UK cyclists has revealed that 56 per cent have been victims of road rage, while 30 per cent say that they’re on the receiving end on a regular basis. Merlin Cycles spoke to 1,000 cyclists about the issue. When asked what they believed the causes of road rage to be, half … Read more
The Fabric Stratosphere Sport Track Pump is a perfectly capable track pump but does it do enough to stand out in a crowded market, and at a price point that is particularly fierce? The consensus in these parts is probably not unless you can find it at a good discount. Pros: Big handle, easy to read … Read more
This is the new V+1 Road Plus bike from Vielo, a UK brand that says it is “on a mission to create a small range of high performance bikes in an honest way, for British customers, to cope with British riding conditions”. The V+1 is designed for everything from tarmac to gravel and off-road tracks.Vielo … Read more
I’m not the most susceptible to cold, but I’m pleased to report that dhb’s Classic Thermal socks have kept my feet comfortable on some long and occasionally bitterly chill rides. They’re decent value too. Pros: Warm, lightweight, nicely padded/reinforced Cons: Not quite as quick wicking as merino The recent cold snap has proved a perfect … Read more
What is it?Lifesum is a really good app to use if you want to shed some post-crimbo timber, or just track your basic food habits and exercise day-to-day even if you’re in tip top shape. Add in the basics such as your gender, age, weight and you’re good to get started on the free version of … Read more
A Nottingham woman has appealed for the return of her 88-year-old father’s vintage bike, which was taken from a garden shed on December 23 or 24. Elizabeth Lovatt said her father had owned the “faithful friend” since 1949, riding more than 300,000 miles on it.Writing on Facebook, Lovatt said: “The picture below shows a “Rotrax” … Read more
The ArroWhere Dark Waterproof Jacket is an interesting stealth design. Standards of detailing are generally good, but breathability falls short of similarly priced competitors. Pros: Keeps out wind and rain, retro-reflectives are effective Cons: Breathability is challenged in milder temperatures The ArroWhere’s 100% polyester shell is claimed to be windproof, waterproof and breathable. At this … Read more
“I was still racing someone – I was just racing the blokes in 49th and 51st,” said Jason Kenny about the cyclo-cross race that renewed his love of cycling.The BBC reports that at the end of October 2017, having not raced a bike competitively since the Rio Olympics, Kenny entered the Horwich Humdinger in the … Read more
