Cycling UK is urging schools not to make it difficult to get there by bike, with examples including require them to wear helmets and high-visibility clothing. In recent weeks on road.cc we have reported on several schools, each with academy status, that have introduced rules for students who travel there by bike.> Academy school makes cycle … Read more
The dhb Dorica Road Shoes represent good value. Taking either two-bolt or three-bolt cleats (caveats apply), with well-thought-out features, for the money they are a good option. Be mindful sizes run large, though. Pros: 2 or 3-bolt cleats, adjustability of laces, looks Cons: Not for colder/wetter weather, no reflectives, ‘pontoons’ hard to source & could … Read more
Lightweight has just issued an update of its Meilenstein Disc wheels that feature a 10% stiffness increase, wider rims to provide better compatibility with the wide tyre trend, and a low weight of just 1,380g for the clincher version.road.cc tested the original Meilenstein Disc Clincher wheels earlier this year, and we said: “If you’re looking … Read more
A graffiti artist in Surrey has been painting penises around potholes apparently in the hope that it will prompt the county council into taking action to repair the road defects.It seems that the unknown artist has drawn inspiration from the self-styled Wanksy, who employed similar tactics in Bury a few years back to get Greater … Read more
UCI president David Lappartient has said that the governing body will step up its fight against mechanical doping and that it would be a “disaster for the sport” if a top rider were caught using a hidden motor.The Frenchman, who replaced Great Britain’s Brian Cookson after defeating him in September’s presidential election, also said that … Read more
The Canyon Inflite CF SLX 8.0 Pro Race is a fast and fun cyclo-cross race bike with excellent handling, impressive comfort, commanding mud-plugging capability and a decent specification and weight for the money. If you’re shopping for a new cyclo-cross race bike, this is a really good option. Pros: Handling, comfortable, great spec and price, … Read more
Ralph Denk, Bora-Hansgrohe team manager, won’t forget Peter Sagan’s third consecutive world championship victory in a hurry. In fact, he has a permanent reminder of the Slovakian rider’s unique hat-trick after losing a bet with the team’s star rider.Former pro cyclist Denk had bet Sagan that he couldn’t follow up his victories in Richmond, Virginia and … Read more
A headteacher is taking drastic action to make cycling safer – with detentions for children who cycle dangerously.Ed Elliott, headmaster of the Perse School in Cambridge, was dismayed to see his charges cycling to and from lessons on poorly maintained bikes in a less than orderly fashion.Pupils at the independent school, where fees are £17,000 … Read more
