Tom Dumoulin, who yesterday became the first Dutch rider to win the Giro d’Italia, said that he experienced “the most nervous moments” of his life as he waited to learn whether he had done enough to take the race lead from Nairo Quintana at yesterday’s closing stage in Milan.> Tom Dumoulin becomes first Dutch winner of … Read more
MAAP is a relatively young Australian brand but it’s enjoying growing presence across the UK, combining cool designs that stand out from the more common choices with decent performance. These MAAP Team Bib Shorts provide good seated comfort, but some might find the hem too restrictive.The Aussie company goes to Italy to get its clothing … Read more
There are some recurring themes in this year’s most interesting bikes. Disc brakes are growing in popularity and we’ve seen them become hugely popular on endurance models, bikes built for comfort and distance. Race bikes are starting to get similar treatment, such as the bikes from Ridley and Cannondale in this article, though there are still … Read more
Plans have been unveiled for a proposed Camden Highline, which would see a disused railway line be turned into an temporary public park and provide a new transport link from Camden Town to King’s Cross.But unlike the defunct Garden Bridge, or the Highline in New York City from which the project takes its name – … Read more
A cyclist has been airlifted to a hospital in London with serious head injuries this morning following what police described as an “altercation” with a motorcyclist in Rochester, Kent.According to Kent Online, a witness said that the cyclist had jumped a red light, with the motorcyclist then getting of his bike and hitting him.The witness … Read more
Tom Dumoulin of Team Sunweb has become the first Dutch rider to win the Giro d’Italia, overturning a 53-second deficit to Movistar’s Nairo Quintana to take the 100th edition of the race.On a day of celebration for the Netherlands, only fellow Dutchman Jos van Emden of LottoNL-Jumbo was able to go faster than Dumoulin, his time … Read more
The Cube Attain GTC Pro Disc is an endurance road bike that offers an excellent Shimano 105 groupset, powerful hydraulic disc brakes and a smooth ride, all at an attractive price.The Attain GTC Pro Disc isn’t a lightweight, aggressive race bike, it’s a bike for getting in the big miles in comfort. It’s certainly up … Read more
If your surname is Fonzi, we imagine you learn early on to get used to a lifetime of Happy Days-themed punnage which you can either endure, or embrace.It seems the Wilier Triestina-Selle Italia rider Giuseppe Fonzi falls very much into the latter camp.The 25-year-old rocked up at today’s closing time trial from Monza to Milan wearing a black … Read more
Madison’s RoadRace Premio jersey is designed for the Madison Genesis pro race team. With its close-cut fit and lightweight construction it’s perfect for those hot summer day blasts or long climbs into the hills.Madison says that the Premio is made from the finest Italian Lycra and it certainly does feel very good against the skin. … Read more
Halfords has warned that without better infrastructure, bike shops could fail to capitalise on underserved markets in the UK.In its latest group statement it said that although there is potential for market growth, given that women in particular cycle far less than their European counterparts, safe bike lanes would make this far more likely.According to … Read more
