Lack of evidence has led to a French judge dropping criminal proceedings against Alexandre Vinokourov, Iban Mayo, and Cristian Moreni who were all caught doping during the 2007 Tour de France. One reason given by French authorities for their inability to proceed was the refusal of cycling world governing body, the UCI to hand over … Read more
Well it was meant to be a secret until the Team Time Trial in Turin, but news of Giro’s new TT helmet has leaked out. And when we say ‘leaked out’, we mean ‘been posted in full on the product section of their website’The new lid would appear to be a direct descendant of this … Read more
Cycling in London could be in line for a major seasonal boost with the news that London underground staff are to stage six one day strikes in support of two colleagues they say were unfairly dismissed by London Underground. Strike action will be of varying lengths ranging from between 9 and 24 hours says the … Read more
The Candy X is about the cheapest Crank Brothers pedal you can buy: they’re £45 RRP but you can have them for a lot less than that online. Our test pair have put up with plenty of abuse despite only being resin-bodied, but watch out for the cleat bolts and take good care of the … Read more
Online tickets for Bespoked Bristol, the UK’s new handbuilt bike show have gone on sale with a 2 for 1 offer if you buy before May 31st. The show takes place on the weekend of June 11 and 12 and tickets will also be available on the door. Online tickets cost £6 (£5 + £1 … Read more
Tifosi is a very popular brand in the USA, with a massive range of eyewear for running, cycling, tennis, golf, fishing and more, but it’s a relatively new name here in the UK. We’ve been testing a pair of Logic cycling specs, and going by the quality and price we think Tifosi may become much … Read more
I have been wearing Shimano (other brands are available) spd sandals for commuting.Wrong yet strangely right?Flo
In a change to UCI rules announced today ahead of the Giro d’ItaliaTeam doctors will no longer be allowed to give riders injections for anything other than a clear medical reason . Under the UCI’s new No Needle Policy it will be against the rules to inject any rider with “medicines or other substances, without … Read more
Lance Armstrong may have let the legal deadline for launching a defamation case against Flloyd Landis pass, but the UCI and its current and former presidents, Pat McQuaid and Hein Verbruggen are not it seems going to let things lie as they today announced they were initiating legal proceedings against Landis in the Swiss courts. … Read more
The Elite shorts from Pearl Izumi are a classic style short, aimed at offering high levels of performance to the demanding female cyclist. Made in a flat-seamed multi-panel design from the lightweight ELITE Transfer (UltraSensor™) fabric, the Elite’s contour well around the muscles of the thigh, giving a supportive feeling ride but with minimal bulk. … Read more
