The cyclist who submitted today’s Near Miss of the Day was satisfied with Warwickshire Police’s handling of the situation — the driver’s inconsiderate manoeuvre earning them a warning letter — even if they “could really do with some re-education as to hazard perception”.road.cc reader Stephen was approaching this bridge back in January when he was on the … Read more
** This competition is now closed. Thank you to everyone who entered. Congratulations to Laurence Barry, someone will be in touch soon to arrange your prize. **What’s on your cycling bucket list for 2025? How about adding four days of riding through some Italy’s most postcard-perfect rolling hills as part of a Sportive Breaks fully supported … Read more
In a familiar tale of local outrage at the construction of cycling infrastructure designed to make the roads safer, some residents in the West Sussex city of Chichester have spoken out and taken to social media to vent their fury at a “nightmare” new Dutch-style roundabout that’s almost complete and is a “waste” of taxpayers’ money — that despite … Read more
The Assos Mille GT Hashoogi Winter Jacket S11 is excellent. It has great wind and rainproofing balanced with good breathability. It also has an excellent on-the-bike fit and is comfortable for rides of any duration. As ever with Assos, you pay for what you get.The Mille GT Hashoogi is aimed at winter endurance training, with … Read more
In what’s been described as “a massive capital investment” that could create up to 400 jobs in Grimsby, Greg LeMond’s carbon fibre-manufacturing company has had planning permission approved for the construction of a giant new factory.LeMond Carbon, founded by the three-time Tour de France winner, has “applied its carbon fibre expertise in high-performance cycling to other … Read more
If you’re tired of gels and bars and fancy some vegan jellies that will keep you energised and fuelled without giving you stomach issues, this could be the perfect product. Torq Energy Jellies come in three pleasant flavours, berries, orange and lime, and deliver around 30g of carbs per pack.I found the jellies enjoyable to … Read more
Italian cycling clothing brand La Passione closed at the end of 2024, one of its founders saying the decision was made to pursue a “new chapter” and “embrace new challenges”.The company’s website now displays a holding message: “La Passione closes its online store at the end of 2024. Stay with us to discover what the future … Read more
Fairlight has unveiled an updated version of its Strael, the 4.0 version coming with a new variant Reynolds 853 steel tubeset and clearance for 39mm tyres. The Strael 4.0 is also said to be lighter, stronger, and more versatile than previously with its designer Dom Thomas saying it “sets a new benchmark for steel all-road … Read more
