UPDATE #2: road.cc reader and cyclist James, who was on the receiving end of a “hat-trick of near misses” which, when submitted to the Essex Police, only warranted a “no further action”, had written to his local MP Sir Bernard Jenkin.The Conservative MP for Harwich and North Essex chased Essex Police, asking them why the submitted … Read more
The Castelli Distanza 20 socks are described as a winter-weight merino model but feel very much like a lightweight summer design, and are readily compatible with snug-fitting race shoes. They’ve regulated temperature remarkably well across the board, whether it’s been below zero or in the high teens.Castelli describes the Distanza as a winter-weight merino blend … Read more
Police in New Mexico have released footage of the moments before a cyclist was “purposely” hit and killed by youths in a stolen car, one passenger as young as 11 years old.Albuquerque’s police department confirmed a 13-year-old, believed to have been the driver, and 15-year-old passenger have been charged with an open count of murder, conspiracy to … Read more
Cycling can be an expensive sport, you already knew that. But for those for whom money is less of a concern, Colnago has launched a new luxury Tuscan cycling holiday that costs £38-per-mile.Of course we’re being a bit facetious with the price-per-mile line, and you get a whole lot more than just the guided miles/kilometres for … Read more
Action cameras are great these days. And if it was my money, I think the DJI Osmo Action 5 Adventure Combo is where I’d be sinking it if I wanted a really capable top-end camera for my cycling (and other) adventures.DJI is relatively new to the party as far as standalone action cameras are concerned. … Read more
UCI president David Lappartient is this week going for arguably the top job in world sport — presidency of the International Olympic Committee — but faces a tough task against British athletics legend and World Athletics president Sebastian Coe, as well as five other candidates hoping to succeed outgoing IOC president Thomas Bach.Lappartient, who currently holds cycling’s biggest … Read more
Opposition to the felling of 26 trees to make way for a cycle lane in Coventry, a campaign which received support from Sir David Attenborough and was subject to an unsuccessful High Court challenge, has continued as the council begins work to cut down the trees.Tree surgeons have now removed some of the trees on Clifford … Read more
British wheel brand Parcours has launched its 2025 range, updating its entire lineup including rim brake options. Both rim and disc brake ranges feature a redesigned ratchet freehub, with Parcours aiming to deliver “proven performance at a lower price point.” Prices for both disc and rim brake models start at £799.Parcours wheels have always reviewed well … Read more
