Zipp has announced a total of eight – count ’em – new wheelsets, all of them disc brake-specific and compatible with tubeless tyres. Let’s go through them…Why all the new wheels? It’s essentially down to the definition of ‘road bike’ getting wider these days and the influence of gravel. Zipp wants to offer aero options to … Read more
The latest plans for the extension of Edinburgh’s tram network include dedicated cycle lanes. The city council has previously been criticised for ignoring warnings that space should be made for cyclists.In June, Zhi Min Soh was killed after coming off her bicycle on tram tracks before being hit by a minibus and it was said … Read more
Shimano’s campaign for the new groupset is ‘Your Ultegra’, based on the premise that it’s a versatile high-end option that will suit serious enthusiasts, yet is more than capable enough for elite-level riders too.Shimano launches new Ultegra R8000 groupset Shimano Ultegra R8000: more news and updatesThe information has been out for a while and we’ve covered the new groupsets … Read more
You’ll need to take the Boardman SLR Endurance Disc 9.0’s name with a pinch of salt as this is no slackened off race bike for those who want a comfortable and relaxed ride. Sharing virtually the same geometry as the SLR Race models, the Endurance Disc absolutely flies – although if going long is your … Read more
Wahoo Fitness has announced the launch of the Kickr Climb indoor trainer grade simulator which alters your bike’s position to mimic outdoor terrain when you’re using a new Kickr smart trainer.When paired with the new Kickr and Kickr Snap smart trainers, the Kickr Climb responds to workout and virtual course data in real-time, raising your … Read more
I’ve been testing the Lusso Stripes Short Sleeve Ladies Jersey for a month now in our so-called summer, which has been a mixed bag of weather. This has meant I’ve worn it in all sort of conditions, with and without arm warmers, gilet and baselayer. In this mix of rain and sun, the jersey has … Read more
A 19-year-old motorist who forced two cyclists off a country road near Andover has been sentenced to six months in a young offenders’ institute for dangerous driving. Callum Hall had pleaded not guilty to the charge and guilty to failing to stop and failing to report an accident.The Daily Echo reports that Hall was driving … Read more
The organiser of one of the UK’s biggest cycling events has appealed for witnesses after he was threatened with assault by a vehicle occupant while on a bike ride on Bank Holiday Monday.Peter Harrison organises the Cyclone Festival of Cycling, based in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and which takes place over a weekend each June with family and … Read more
In the aftermath of the Alliston case, what should you do if you are a cyclist involved in a crash with a pedestrian?I have one word of advice for you: Leave.That’s right. Leave the scene. Get out of Dodge. Get away from the situation as fast as you can. Say nothing to anyone. Give nobody your … Read more
Garmin has today unveiled the new Edge 1030, which as we revealed following a leak a few weeks ago, will have a bigger screen, longer battery life and a host of new connectivity features. Garmin has also completely redesigned its power meter pedals, launching the Vector 3 and 3S. Garmin Edge 1030The new Edge 1030 gets … Read more
