“Urgent need for stronger action”: Extreme heatwaves prompt fresh calls for UK government to prioritise cycling for short journeys

Extreme heatwaves in the UK have prompted a transport charity to call for urgent decarbonisation of the nation’s travel network through cycling and walking. The Campaign for Better Transport has joined 54 civil society organisations to spearhead a call to the government to shift journeys away from private cars.The charity’s chief executive, Ben Plowden, has called … Read more

“The second fastest bike ever made”: Specialized expands Tarmac SL9 range

Specialized has extended its Tarmac SL9 road bike range with the introduction of a new S-Level tier – bikes with top-level groupsets fitted to a frame that’s slightly more affordable than the existing S-Works version – and more models starting at £3,999. 2026 Specialized Tarmac S-Level SL9 complete bike (Image Credit: Specialized) When Specialized launched the … Read more

100% Korbin glasses

The 100% Korbin sunglasses are a bold, modern take on performance eyewear, with standout lens quality and a very ‘stormtrooper’ oversized look that feels bang on trend. On the right face, they look fast and purposeful, but for me they were simply too large to stay secure on the bike, which ultimately defined the experience.SpecificationThe … Read more