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Canyon unveils ECLIPS self-charging power and lighting system that can be paired with new far-out ‘Full Mounty’ Grizl cockpit
With the introduction of its updated Grizl bikes, Canyon has unveiled a new ECLIPS system that combines a hub dynamo, internal battery, lighting and USB-C output, the idea being that you’ll never run out of power – electrical power, at least – when you’re out and about, even while stationary. It can also be attached … Read more
Rapha Men’s Pro Team Gore-Tex Lightweight Rain Jacket
The Rapha Pro Team Gore-Tex Lightweight Rain Jacket (‘the jacket’ from hereon!) is a high-end and extremely lightweight offering positioned as a worthy replacement to the brand’s discontinued Shakedry jacket. Using the next generation Gore-Tex fabric, it is very waterproof and impressively light for a three-layer fabric, although it doesn’t pack down as small as … Read more
Shimano is trying to figure out why Europe has a “critical” bike mechanic shortage
Shimano has launched a call for evidence across the cycling industry, which the components giant says will form part of a report set to be published later this year, assessing the factors behind the worsening and “critical” shortage of skilled bicycle mechanics across Europe.The initiative, titled ‘Nextgen Mechanics: Advancing Cycle Mechanic Standards & Careers Together’, … Read more
Is Topeak’s top tube gel storage solution an upgrade over your pockets? Plus Lusso’s ltd edition bib shorts + cool stuff from Lazer, Proviz and Fidlock
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageThis week’s Five Cool Things brings a limited run of Lusso bib shorts, an affordable helmet from Lazer, plus smart storage solutions from Fidlock, Topeak and Proviz. Here are the key details before the full reviews land on road.cc in the coming weeks…Lazer Tonic KinetiCore Helmet (£59.99) 2025 Lazer … Read more
“Flying” cyclists riding “full tilt” into cars spark calls for barriers on bike path – but campaigners say road should be narrowed to slow down drivers instead
Residents in Forres have called for barriers and other safety measures to be installed at two “blind” junctions along a popular cycle route, after reports of a series of a near misses and collisions with motorists, including one where a cyclist allegedly rode “full tilt” into the side of a car after failing to give … Read more
*COMPETITION NOW CLOSED* Win! Fuel like the pros with 4 bumper TORQ cycling nutrition bundles worth £100+ each up for grabs
Update, 14/07/2025, 12:00pm: This competition is now closed. No entries submitted after 11:59am on 14/07/2025 will be counted. Winners will be randomly selected and contacted shortly to arrange delivery of their prizes. Thanks for all your entries!The Tour de France is about to explode into action in Lille, and while you might not be riding … Read more
Chrome Industries Yalta 4.0
The Chrome Industries Yalta 4.0 is typical Chrome – built like a brick outhouse with lots of recycled materials, good looks and with a lot of neat design touches. The wet section might divide opinion, but it doesn’t have to be used, and doesn’t affect the overall storage capacity much. Critically, the Yalta is very … Read more