Ergon GT1 Grip

The Ergon GT1 Grip is an excellent option for commuting and touring on a flat-bar bike, thanks to its four defined hand positions that allow you to switch your handhold depending on how you feel. The integrated clamping system looks neat, though it’s longer than most grips, so you may need to move your brakes … Read more

No discounts! Bike shops boycott Black Friday as majority of independent bike shops ‘believe event negatively impacts their businesses’

Most independent cycle retailers in the United Kingdom are boycotting Black Friday this year, according to a survey by the Association of Cycle Traders, with 82 per cent believing that the sales event negatively impacts independent businesses.The cycle trade association surveyed bike shops and reported that 69 per cent of independent cycle businesses will resist … Read more

Wiggle administrator reveals beleaguered cycling retailer made £10.4m profit during administration

Wiggle generated more than £41.7m in sales since the cycling retail giant entered administration last October, the administrator revealing that this resulted in a profit of £10.4 million. The details come in documents shared by administrators from FRP Advisory Trading Limited, the report covering the year since Wiggle Chain Reaction entered administration in October 2023. It confirms that 400 … Read more

Quoc M3 Air road cycling shoes

The Quoc M3 Air road bike shoes are light, airy and performance focused. However, the price means that Quoc is going to battle with the best in the business so can no longer rely on good looks alone. Luckily, after a few months of testing, I can attest to their comfort, stiffness and features that … Read more