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Lezyne Strip Drive Front
The Lezyne Strip Drive Front Light is bright and compact and designed primarily for daytime visibility and urban commuting. While its light output is impressive, its unique horizontal form factor presents some specific mounting challenges that riders should consider before purchasing.Design and mountingThe most striking feature of the Strip Drive is its sideways orientation. Unlike … Read more
“British Cycling has to decide what it wants to support”: Geraint Thomas and Ed Clancy on domestic racing’s ‘hollowing out’, fighting for resources, and producing the next generation of Tour de France stars
Ed Clancy is a bigger man than me. I’m willing to bet he’s slightly taller, though we didn’t stand back-to-back. Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Apple Podcasts Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Spotify Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Amazon MusicThe reason I’m in the presence of South Yorkshire’s Active Travel Commissioner and trying … Read more
Cycle to work mythbusting: from worrying about the weather to safety and security, here’s how road.cc readers conquer the commute
Cycling to and from work can save you money and time, improve your fitness, help the environment and be a lot more rewarding than other modes of transport, but some people have yet to be convinced. We’ve already given you our best tips on everything from getting started cycling to work, to saving money, and … Read more
Best cycling backpacks 2027 — carry your kit comfortably and securely on daily commutes and weekend adventures
Cycling with a backpack is a simple and convenient way to carry your essentials, particularly when commuting to the office or running errands. There are many backpacks specifically designed for cycling, and the best combine durability, comfort, and functionality. They also keep your belongings organised and protected from the elements. We’ve tested a range of … Read more
Pinarello expands Dogma XC range to include new ‘affordable’ models, with bikes starting at £6k
Pinarello’s Dogma XC is one tough bike to ignore. Not only is it the brand’s first dip of the toe into mountain biking for a good time now, but it’s also propelled both Tom Pidcock and Pauline Ferrand-Prévot to great success. In pursuit of those podiums, it boasts a rather different design, too, making it … Read more
Built for Athletes Black Cycling Backpack
The Built for Athletes Black Cycling Backpack is designed to help you carry your stuff on the bike, whether that’s to work or to the gym. It was developed with input from the Netcompany Ineos cycling team, and it’s comfortable on a bike, although with a limited number of truly cycling-specific features.Built for Athletes makes … Read more
Canyon Grail CFR Di2 gravel bike
Canyon has updated the Grail gravel bike and created something with a tick-box wishlist designed to please racers. Up-to-date 57mm tyre clearance, significant changes to the aerodynamic profile, and the ability to attach additional frame storage quickly and neatly are all featured. But while the frameset might be exactly what riders and racers are looking … Read more
Shimano introduces SPD-SLR clipless pedal system for the road, with a completely redesigned pedal platform and cleat
Shimano has introduced a completely new SPD-SLR clipless pedal system to its high-level Dura-Ace and Ultegra ranges, with a lower stack height, faster engagement and lighter cleats than existing SPD-SL – and although the new pedals and cleats look similar to their predecessors, they’re NOT cross-compatible. 2026 Shimano Dura-Ace PD-9300 pedal studio (Image Credit: Shimano) > … Read more