1. We’re not sure if number plates will increase cycle safety, but we do know it causes a right good debate. After we received news that Beacon School in Surrey planned to issue number plates for students if they wish to cycle to school, we were overwhelmed with reaction and comments. On the site. Whether the Headteacher in question … Read more
Work has begun on creating a ‘missing link’ segregated cycle path between Bradford and Shipley.The £3.1 million CityConnect2 route has been controversial, but the council has ploughed ahead, saying the funding was at risk of being withdrawn if construction didn’t begin.It should be open by the middle of next year.The 2.3km two-way route runs from … Read more
The doctor accused of being at the centre of the Team Sky jiffy bag controversy was reportedly pushed out of the World Cup in Manchester last weekend.Dr Richard Freeman, who worked at British Cycling until last month, had not kept adequate records of a medical package he had ordered for Sir Bradley Wiggins in June … Read more
Local Conservatives have launched a campaign against a ‘bike motorway’ in West London, which they say would ‘damage its environment’.Posting on Brentford and Isleworth Conservatives’ website, local politicians say:“Labour plans that will see pavements narrowed, trees cut down and pedestrians put at risk.“The plans would bring chaos to the heart of Chiswick and damage its … Read more
Alongside the arm warmers, I’ve also been let loose with a set of Pearl Izumi Elite Thermal Leg Warmers to complete the set. Well, nearly – George tested the knee warmers. The leg warmers are every inch the quality product we’ve come to expect from the American company, and are very nearly the equal of … Read more
I’m a sucker for grey tops and just love the casual look of Rapha’s Women’s Merino Zip, with its black ‘armband’ the only outward giveaway to its cycling pedigree. But it’s more than just a looker – there’s a windproof panel hidden behind the front and it works really well. Pros: Casual looks and windproof, … Read more
In a surprise twist to one of the big cycling stories of the past week or so, Fabian Cancellara has thrown down the gauntlet – or perhaps, mitt – to Phil Gaimon by inviting American ex-pro to try and beat him in a bike race.In a message posted on Twitter this afternoon the Swiss rider, four time world time … Read more
For 2018 Specialized redesigned its flagship race bike, the Tarmac, with a new frame that is lighter, more aero and more comfortable than the previous version. I tested the range-topping S-Works model in £8,500 trim and was very very impressed by its performance, but the price tag put it clearly out of reach for many … Read more
The big Black Friday deals aren’t stopping, and with one week to go we’ve got more retailers than you can throw a stick at wanting in on the action.It’s Tweeks’s turn here, as they’ve reserved a spot on the road.cc roster to show off their best wares.From crackling deals on bikes like their offer on … Read more
A campaign to get more people cycling in the Swiss capital, Bern, will have less than half the funding that was anticipated after city councillors pressed the wrong button to vote through the budget for it.Councillors voted yesterday on how much money to allocate to a three-year campaign called ‘Cycling is Cool’ due to be … Read more
