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Unit 1 Neon Mips helmet (with handlebar remote)
The Unit 1 Neon Mips is a so-called ‘smart’ helmet. This means it boasts electronically powered features, including a rear LED light bank, Bluetooth connectivity that links to an optional wireless handlebar remote (also on test) and crash detection sensors. It’s neat and comfortable with strong safety credentials, but the brake light and indicators enabled … Read more
Sometimes, cyclists can be a**eholes too — and it’s OK to say that
I have been writing for road.cc for the last 15 years, and in that time I have dedicated a lot of my energy towards advancing cycling safety and cyclists’ rights. That’s because the numbers speak for themselves: cyclists are vulnerable road users, we are killed at a higher rate than most other groups, and we … Read more
MB Wear Aero Dry Signature
Aero socks have become a staple in the modern cyclist’s wardrobe, but they often bring trade-offs. You’ll often sacrifice comfort for marginal gains, dealing with scratchy seams or grippers that slowly slide down your calf over the course of a long ride. The MB Wear Aero Dry Signature socks, however, seem to have cracked the … Read more
Le Col Hors Categorie Bib Shorts
The Le Col Hors Categorie Bib Shorts are built with one clear priority: long distance comfort. Le Col says they are designed to put, “comfort and support first, without compromising performance,” and after using them on big training rides ahead of an upcoming Pyrenees trip, that feels like a fair summary. The shorts feature Le … Read more
Cube unveils 2027 range with lighter Litening Aero C:68X leading the charge
Cube says it has shaved 150g from its Litening Aero C:68X road bike for 2027 while also improving aero performance and comfort – all things that we’re very used to hearing from brands launching new models, of course. The Litening Aero C:68X range starts at £4,999, with prices for the SLX and SLT top-end models … Read more
Tipper truck driver with previous motoring convictions who killed cyclist in London avoids prison ‘by the skin of his teeth’ after trial that took more than three years to reach court
A tipper truck driver with previous motoring offences on his record who killed a cyclist in Fulham when he failed to spot him while attempting to turn left has avoided jail, instead being sentenced to 18 months in custody suspended for two years and 150 hours of unpaid work. The judge – sentencing 47-year-old Tristan … Read more
Gears or singlespeed, belt or chain, rack or backpack? 7 things to consider before buying your folding e-bike
A folding e-bike can be a brilliant hack for cutting the time and money you spend on the daily commute, but only if you buy a good one. If you want to spend your money wisely, here are seven things you need to consider before going for it…Some folding e-bikes don’t have gears at all, … Read more
Beyond the bubble: Finding stillness (and sweaty climbs) over the hills of Girona
The first night I dreamed of Calippos. Slushy, icy, sugary goodness. It’s hot for pasty English types round here, and the riding is hard, but so rewarding: there’s a reason why so many pro riders choose to make Girona their home, and after five days of riding I feel like I’ve barely scratched the surface.Girona … Read more