Lezyne Super Drive 1500 XXL

Not so long ago I reviewed the Lezyne Deca Drive 1500i front light which was pretty good, if a little overpriced for the option of running the secondary battery. This Super Drive 1500XXL is effectively the same light but without the battery input. It still runs for ages though, and it still has Lezyne’s super … Read more

Cycling app of the week: Better Bike Light

What is it?Ever forgotten to charge your light and it’s gone flat on your way home? This app gives you a useful solution in this situation, allowing you to turn your phone into either a front or back light. You need a flashlight on your phone for the front light settings to work, and it requires … Read more

Austrian ultracyclist Christoph Strasser smashes 24-hour track cycling record

Austrian ultracylist Christoph Strasser has set a new world record for the distance ridden on a velodrome in 24 hours, riding an astonishing 941.873 kilometres at the Velodrome Suisse.The four-time winner of the Race Across America completed 3,767 laps of the 250 metre track in Grenchen, Switzerland, starting at 1pm last Saturday 14 October. His … Read more

Video: Roadie Vs Mountain Biker – who is quicker?

Madison launched its clothing range 40 years ago in June, and as part of its celebrations unveiled a new limited edition line earlier this year, called Madison 77.As it continues to mark four decades of its clothing, Madison has now produced a video that pitches two of its sponsored riders against each other, but with … Read more

Sportful Fiandre Light Wind Jacket

Despite being designed by an Italian company, Sportful’s Fiandre range has become a hit with British cyclists over the years. The new Light Wind Jacket is an ideal top for tackling mixed conditions when you need a bit of rain and wind protection but you don’t want the insulation of an extreme cold weather jacket. … Read more

Lezyne KTV Pro Drive Rear 75

The Lezyne KTV Drive Pro rear LED is a surprisingly capable and versatile unit, with five settings that cater for most contexts. Output is generally better than the numbers alone suggest, but I’d say there are better choices for regular, extended riding along pitch black lanes.In terms of build quality, while some might see the … Read more