A browse through Australian brand MAAP’s website reveals a strong focus on design with some very alternative and bold designs. The MAAP Blaze Team jersey got a universal thumbs up from everyone who saw it, and I’m happy to tell you the performance and functionality live up to its great looks. This is a good … Read more
Okay, so an article about a new fork perhaps isn’t the most exciting thing ever, but this one has got us interested. You see, 3T has introduced a new road disc fork utilising the same Sqaero profiling as first featured on its radical Exploro aero gravel bike, but this one is aimed at 700c road … Read more
There are many ‘standards’ in the road cycling world but none that causes more ire than pressfit. Cannondale developed the BB30 bottom bracket in 2006 as an open standard. It used a larger 30mm axle which allowed bigger bearings and a bigger bottom bracket shell, providing extra stiffness and lower weight. But it required a precision … Read more
Security barriers have been installed overnight on London’s Blackfriars Bridge to prevent terrorists from using the North-South Cycle Superhighway to drive onto the footway and attack the public. But while cyclists appreciate the extra protection they afford when riding across the bridge, there are concerns that the position of ones at each end may cause … Read more
The DMT R1’s full-carbon fibre sole and soft upper make for an excellent mix of stiffness and comfort, ideal for the racer or those who just like to really smash the power through the pedals on long rides. They can get a little warm in the summer, though.For shoes with a £220 price tag, the … Read more
A popular Kent cyclist who was hit by an overtaking motorist as he took part in a 10-mile time trial near Ashford has died in hospital from his injuries.John Durey, aged 69 and from Lenham, was airlifted to a London hospital following the collision on the A2070 at Kingsnorth at around 7.40pm on the evening … Read more
British Cycling has outlined a number of reforms of its medical procedures in the wake of an independent review announced in April, including introducing a new role of Head of Medicine.> British Cycling orders independent review of its medical practicesThe review was carried out by Dr Rod Jaques, Director of Medical Services at the English … Read more
Half a million people are set to find fun and freedom as part of this year’s Bike Week, which will run from June 10-18. Comprising hundreds of free events, Bike Week’s aim is to celebrate ‘everyday cycling for everyone’ and persuade even more people to take to two wheels on a regular basis.Delivered by Cycling … Read more
Mango Bikes, which in May bought Vulpine out of administration, has said it will honour discounts for investors who backed the clothing firm on Crowdcube and says they should take financial advice about possibly reducing their losses by offsetting them against tax.> Mango Bikes promises to honour “all orders, refunds and exchanges” after buying VulpineVulpine … Read more
Shimano has announced a new version of its second tier Ultegra groupset with features that have trickled down from top-level Dura-Ace and a slight reduction in weight (as long as you include wheels in the calculation). Here are the key features:• Hydraulic disc brakes included within the Ultegra groupset for the first time (although previously there were … Read more
