The GripGrab Lightweight Summer Cycling Cap offers superior airflow to most I’ve tested, fits beautifully beneath helmets, and the peak hits the sweet spot in terms of coverage and protection without hampering vision. Ours came up a little smaller than expected, so check the size chart before buying.There’s nothing unusual about the cap’s polyester/cotton construction; … Read more
The Tour de France can often provide fertile ground for the latest in groundbreaking cycling technology – that is until the UCI intervenes, however, snuffing out the newest innovation before it’s even had the time to contest a sprint finish.And after Dylan Groenewegen’s bizarre aero ‘beak’ was apparently kiboshed by the powers that be before … Read more
Following the launch of the Extrema Italia gravel bike comes the 3T Strada Italia – an all-road machine designed to take the rider across all terrain types in spectacularly fast fashion. Like the Extrema, it’s built around the notion of aerodynamics, larger tyres and clearance, and the result is one of the most comfortable bikes … Read more
The mysterious new tyre that has been spotted on the front wheels of Decathlon AG2R riders at the Tour de France can now be revealed as the Continental Aero 111. It represents the culmination of six years’ worth of research and development between DT Swiss, Swiss Side and Continental, with the aim of creating the ultimate … Read more
A group which aims to “represent all cyclists and para-cyclists who use Richmond Park” is in disagreement with the Royal Parks over advice to cyclists about speed limits in the south-west London park.The 2,360-acre green space is the largest of the Royal Parks and a popular destination for the English capital’s cyclists due to the network … Read more
* Update, 03/07/24: Well, that didn’t last long! We can now reveal the curious new front tyre is the Continental Aero 111, that Continental, DT Swiss and Swiss Side are claiming is the ‘world’s first aerodynamic tyre’. Read all about it hereLast week, we spotted Decathlon AG2R sprinters riding a new Van Rysel aero bike at … Read more
Designed for urban or countryside adventures, the Topeak Bento Pack is not without its shortcomings, but it’s not expensive for the utility delivered.For more options, check out our guide to cycling luggage and our feature, 15 easy ways to carry stuff on your bike. > Buy now: Topeak Bento Pack for £17.99 from BikeInnThe Bento Pack measures 0.85L, … Read more
A subsidiary of Giant has made an initial $20 million bid for the assets of Stages after the power meter brand ceased operations and laid off all its staff earlier this year.Bicycle Retailer and Industry News reports Spia Cycling, a subsidiary of Giant, has made a stalking horse bid — an initial bid for a bankrupt … Read more
