The Sugoi Firewall GTs are well made windproof gloves that are really comfortable in cool weather.They’re mostly nylon with polyurethane in there to provide windproofing – and they do keep the cold air out well. They’re water-resistant too, although not waterproof; your hands will get wet if it rains hard during your ride.The gloves are … Read more
The Queen Stage of the 2012 Giro, and one that will be keenly anticipated by fans of the race, whether in Italy or abroad – which is just as well, because in keeping with RCS Sport’s innovative use of social media to involve the tifosi in the race, it was the fans themselves who determined … Read more
Ryder Hesjedal of Garmin Barracuda is 48 hours away from becoming the first Canadian to win one of cycling’s three Grand Tours after attacking his GC rivals on the final climb to Alpe di Pampeago today and dropping them as he finished second to stage winner Roman Kreuziger of Astana. For the latter, the stage … Read more
Heads up, Friday people! The sun may be shining and you’re probably thinking of sloping off early for an evening ride in the sun. But focus! No, not on work, you fool. On this competition to win a pair of tickets to see Strength in Numbers, the new MTB flick from Anthill Films.What’s that about … Read more
You could literally transport tropical fish in Polaris Aquanought courier bag thanks to its seamlessly welded, waterproof old-boots-tough construction. With 80s-style neon livery it’s more akin to a pannier than a messenger satchel so you won’t be an undercover cyclist once you hit the office.Tipping the scales at a substantial 850g, the Aquanought is fashioned … Read more
Fresh from the photo studio and untouched by Photoshop prettification, these pics show the 2013 Pinnacle Arkose series bikes from Evans Cycles.Completely revamped from the current Arkose range, these are machines for commuting on crap urban streets; cyclo-crossers with provision for rear rack, full-length mudguards and tyres up to two inches across. All three bikes … Read more
The Department for Transport (DfT) has announced details of 30 projects that will benefit from a combined total of £113 million in funding from central government under the Local Sustainable Transport Fund. The projects, many of which are aimed at promoting economic growth as well as sustainable travel options such as cycling, will also benefit … Read more
Best laughs at the Ras over the last 24 hours have been the An post pro team staff, lead by Kurt (their manager) walking into hotel reception- REAL MEAN, like the James gang from High noon. “Ya for sure!” In a don’t mess with us or else! type way. And The Swiss BMC team wearing … Read more
It probably hasn’t escaped your attention that we’re big fans of Graeme Obree over here at road.cc. So we’re pleased as punch to announce that the former hour record holder and all-round inspiration will be speaking at our hometown hoe-down, the Bike Bath Festival running from 22-24 June. The Flying Scotsman will be joined by … Read more
How was your commute this morning? Spare a thought for the chaps at Cyclescheme today, who have chosen to commute by bike from their office in Bath to their parent company’s head office in Tring. That’s a 100 mile ride, and there’s a big bunch of them on the road already. They’re joined by author … Read more
