Gobik Envy 2.0 Flame jacket

The Gobik Envy 2.0 Flame jacket could be your almost-year-round go-to for those days when the weather isn’t quite playing ball, as it offers solid waterproofing, great wind protection, and the kind of breathability you’d normally get in a free-flowing jersey. The fabrics are top-tier, the fit is superlative, and it looks really high-end. Though … Read more

This year’s Tour de France route does the race organisers no favours

This Medium-length Mild Take is also available to watch on YouTube and Instagram.Two weeks into a race that has seen the yellow jersey battle wiped out by a roundabout exit, and the race overtaken somewhat by anti-doping alarm clocks it’s tempting to ignore the quality of the actual race route. But I’ve had my doubts … Read more

Gloria All Gravel Titanium SRAM Force

Gloria’s All Gravel Titanium SRAM Force is a beast of a machine with huge tyre clearance, all the mounting points you could need for adventuring, and a geometry sheet that balances all-day comfort with the zest for just getting the power down and having a blast. Above all else, though, the All Gravel is amazing … Read more

Rapha Pro Team Cargo Bib Shorts

The Rapha Pro Team Cargo Bib Shorts have an excellent pad, a lightly compressive fit, and two useful pockets. That makes them a great option for long days out, especially in changeable conditions where you want to carry additional items.These feature Rapha’s Pro Team single-density chamois, which feels slightly thicker than others I’ve tested. I … Read more

Police seize and destroy delivery cyclist’s legal e-bike hired through council-funded scheme after “bogus” test – but officers claim rider didn’t have insurance

Cycling and disability groups have called for the UK’s police forces to be properly trained and educated on the laws surround e-bikes, after officers in Birmingham seized and destroyed a fully legal electric cargo bike hired as part of a council-funded scheme, claiming it was an illegal e-motorbike.Campaigners, who have helped support the rider and … Read more

Judge signed off on Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard’s nighttime doping tests due to “serious suspicions” before Tour de France, according to reports

Tadej Pogačar and Jonas Vingegaard’s nocturnal doping tests at the Tour de France were carried out after being authorised by a judge in Paris before the race, according to reports in France.L’Équipe reports that a source from within the anti-doping community told the newspaper that this is the first time this legal procedure, similar to … Read more

MB Wear Sock Aero Fast

The MB Wear Sock Aero Fast is, as the name suggests, an aero sock from the boutique Italian manufacturer which is designed to save watts whilst also remaining comfortable. They are well priced and have proven to be durable and well made in the month I’ve had them on test, but I would have loved … Read more