Made in Yorkshire in a practical, hardwearing design, the Restrap Top Tube Bag takes what is one of the simplest bits of cycling luggage and makes an instant classic of it.Opinion is divided on top tube bags. Some believe all things not worn or ridden must be stowed in a jersey pocket. Other (I call them … Read more
A new study, released yesterday, has concluded that the growing number of cyclists on New York streets is a likely contributor to positive changes in cycling safety. The New York Department of Transport’s 20-year study also found that there had been a drop in the number of cyclists killed or seriously injured (KSI) in areas … Read more
The Italian ski resort of Alta Badia is experimenting with closing nearby mountain roads to motor traffic in a bid to attract cyclists.The Guardian reports that the Dolomites resort has run three “bike only” days this summer in addition to closing roads for events such as the Maratona dles Dolomites.Video: riding the Maratona dles DolomitesThe … Read more
Last week Tony pondered if the new 3T Strada was the future of road cycling, but could the future actually be this new Focus e-bike? That’s the bold claim by the Germany company behind an e-bike that is unlike other e-bikes, because the power only kicks in when you really need it, such as on … Read more
South Yorkshire Police (SYP) is to launch a safe pass initiative to protect cyclists. The force had initially rejected such a move citing a low number of cyclist fatalities in the region, but has had a change of heart following pressure from campaigners.In December, SYP answered a question about close pass policing from campaign group … Read more
Since I tested the Roval Rapide CLX 40 wheels two years ago, the US wheel brand owned by Specialized has been busy, and its new CLX 50 wheels are their spiritual replacement. They’re a marked improvement, too, with better aerodynamic performance and an impressively low weight for the disc brake version I’ve tested here.The aim … Read more
The Italian amateur cyclist alleged to have ridden a bike with a concealed motor at a race in Lombardy at the weekend has said that he couldn’t hang around for officials to check it because he had a wedding to go to and that his improved performances in recent months are down to his recovery … Read more
It’s not likely to make you popular with the office cleaners if you get carried away – but the Deskcise Pro from Flexispot promises an “all-in-one ergonomic powerhouse that checks all the boxes for keeping users active and productive throughout the day”. Although the Deskcise Pro likely isn’t aimed at those looking for a full-on sweaty workout while they work, it has resistance … Read more
“I had a great party at home a few days ago, and usually I race well after a party, so maybe that’s a tactic I should use again,” Alexander Kristoff told the BBC shortly after sprinting to victory in the RideLondon-Surrey Classic.“My body’s still healing after a crash on the Tour,” he later told The … Read more
Last week we gave you our first ride impression of 3T’s new Strada road bike – the first high end performance road bike to feature a 1x drivetrain which also featured a brief part of a much longer chat we had with the bike’s designer, Gerard Vroomen – one of the men behind a whole … Read more
