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
Rapha has unveiled what it says is its lightest-ever rain jacket, the Rapha Pro Team Lightweight Gore-Tex Jacket coming in at a claimed 128g (in a men’s medium size). Rapha says that is less than its previous Pro Team Gore-Tex Shakedry Jacket – Shakedry having pretty much set the performance standards for lightweight waterproofing over … Read more
Merida made a net loss of £180m in 2024, but the Taiwanese bike brand is defiant in saying that the financial blow is just a “one-time” hit and that losses of a similar scale would not be seen again in the future.The extraordinary figure was first reported by Bicycle Retailer and Industry News following a press conference hosted by … Read more
The Madison Roam Men’s Stellar Tech 2-Layer Waterproof Jacket is a heavy-duty option designed for gravel and trail riding, but with its ‘camo’ hi-vis elements that show up when a light shines on them, a hood that fits over a helmet, and three zipped pockets, it’s also useful for more casual commuting. It performs well … Read more
