The Master Lock U-Lock is a relatively compact design that works on the principle of minimising space for angle grinders, bottle jacks and other brute force tooling, making it as awkward as possible for a thief. For the most part, it’s felt reassuring hefty, the locking mechanism slick and reliable, and the lock generally pleasant … Read more
High-end crankset and power meter manufacturer Rotor has announced that it will close its North American subsidiary in June, citing the ongoing “insecurity” surrounding Donald Trump’s tariffs as the key factor behind the decision.Launched in 1994, the Spanish brand is perhaps best known for its non-round Q-Ring chainrings, used by a number of WorldTour pros, … Read more
The founders of British custom bike specialist WyndyMilla, whose parent company Spoon Group entered liquidation late last year, have announced that they have acquired the business and its remaining assets, alongside sister brands Spoon Customs and Gun Control Custom Paint.In a boost for the British cycling industry, Henry Furniss and Nasima Siddiqui, who sold their … Read more
A van driver who was using two phones and drinking vodka at the wheel when he hit and killed a cyclist, before driving off, later telling police officers that he thought he had “hit a bird”, has been sentenced to 11 years in prison and banned from driving for a further eight years.Robert Heyes was … Read more
The Ciovita Apex Adventure gilet features Polartec Alpha fabric, which delivers impressive warmth for such a lightweight and packable garment. Its windproof, DWR-coated outer offers solid protection against the elements, but it’s let down by shortcomings in key areas, notably the zip and some fit-related issues.For further options, check out our best cycling gilets buyer’s guide.> … Read more
The Quad Lock Stem Cap Mount adds another smart on-bike phone-mounting option to Quad’s line-up, offering an alternative place to mount your phone to reduce bar clutter. It’s secure, reliable and very easy to set up and use, but not cheap by the time you’ve bought the corresponding Quad Lock case for your phone, and … Read more
Last week, while it was hitting 26 degrees at home, I was in Italy for the launch of the Bosch MY26 products. And while I was there, I thought it would be a great opportunity to visit the Riva Bike Festival just down the road. Surrounded by the gorgeous landscape of Lake Garda and plenty of gelato, … Read more
