Boardman has released a fully updated version of its SLR road bike that’s said to be faster, more comfortable and more versatile than previously, and better value, too. Those are claims we’re highly accustomed to hearing when new bikes are launched, of course; we’ll go into the reasons behind Boardman’s assertions, but right at the … Read more
Sustrans has urged policymakers to tackle the barriers preventing girls from cycling, after the active travel charity’s first ever Children’s Walking and Cycling Index report found that almost twice as many boys regularly ride their bikes as girls.The new report, which surveyed 1,089 children between the ages of six and 15 across the UK to … Read more
Despite describing the Teammachine R as “one bike to rule them all” when it launched in 2023, it appears that BMC has decided that it’s now well worth updating the popular Teammachine SLR anyway. The revamped SLR features a redesigned front end with fully integrated hoses, and prices start at €2,999 (~£2,480).2025 BMC Teammachine SLR Two riding shot (Image Credit: … Read more
German bike brand Canyon has launched its MyCanyon custom bike programme, centring on the Aeroad CFR aero road bike. Customers can choose from several different paint jobs including some by popular artists, as well as customising the bike’s spec from groupset to wheels to cockpit sizes. From Annemiek van Vleuten’s gold Canyon Speedmax, to Jasper Philipsen’s … Read more
The DeFeet Wooleator Pro 6in D-Logo socks are warm, tough, comfortable enough to wear all day and resistant to getting smelly. In 300,000 years humans haven’t perfected much, but we’re nearly there with the sock.> Buy now: DeFeet Wooleator Pro 6in D-Logo socks for £24.99 from Kuga SportsThese warming feet tubes are great. They come … Read more
Cycling clothing brand Endura has warned its customers against taking advantage of websites and social media advertisements purporting to offer significant discounts on the company’s products, as the Scottish company says it is currently working with enforcement agents to have the sites removed.In recent weeks, cyclists have reported seeing advertisements on Facebook for a supposed … Read more
Horrifying footage has emerged of the moment a cyclist was attacked and robbed of his bike by hammer-wielding moped-riding thieves, as part of the latest string of violent bikejackings to hit Regent’s Park in recent weeks – a renewed wave of criminality which has prompted the Met Police to assure cyclists who use the park … Read more
The Magicshine Allty 400 is described as a ‘very small, very lightweight USB-C rechargeable urban bike light designed for city and casual cyclists’. I’d broadly agree with this, though its compact size, solid build quality and sensible modes also lend it to extended playtimes on best bikes during the summer, and to dynamo companionship.> Buy … Read more
Lachlan Morton sent another record tumbling down with his cycling heroics in New Zealand over the weekend, however, a drama has ensued in the aftermath thanks to a Rapha video which failed to mention the late ultra-cyclist who held the Auckland to Wellington record before Morton and instead featured a different cyclist.Completing the 648km ride … Read more
