Weldtite’s dirt wash citrus degreaser is intended primarily for chains but it is quite useful for clearing gunge and grime from other components including derailleurs. While it certainly leaves behind the sweet smell of oranges, it lacks the cleaning prowess of brands derived from more concentrated, natural ingredients. Latex examination gloves are a sensible precaution … Read more
As he begins his second four-year term leading the sport, International Cycling Union president Pat McQuaid pledged to continue the fight against doping. The UCI’s president also said that cycling was aiming to expand its presence across globe.The Guardian reported that Mr McQauid told delegates at their annual congress at the road world championships in … Read more
A £1.8m scheme was launched yesterday with its aim to leave a lasting legacy of healthier residents in the Norfolk town of Thetford. The scheme includes a series of activities and initiatives for the Thetford Healthy Town project.NHS Norfolk has teamed up with Breckland District Council and other organisations to deliver a two-year action plan … Read more
Following the announcement that Rob Hayles is to captain the Endura Racing team in 2010, Four more riders have been added to the roster at the ambitious new team. Their aspiration is to challenge for the number one domestic spot next year.2009 Scottish road race champion Ross Creber, 2009 Welsh road race champion Rob Partridge, … Read more
The inaugural Race Around Ireland, Irelands ultimate cycling challenge, was won by Joe Barr in the men’s solo event and Caroline Van Den Bulk in the women’s. Irelands former endurance record holder Barr, of Co. Derry, finished in a time of four days, 12 hours and 12 minutes. Second was the UKs RAAM record holder … Read more
If you’ve ever taught a tot to ride a bike then you’ll know that once they get up to speed they’re usually fine, at least so far as balance goes. Get those wheels spinning and the gyroscopic effect is working to keep the bike upright. But at slow speeds – and that’s where we all … Read more
If you think it’s bad on the mountain slopes of a major tour these days then take a look at this amazing clip of the 1974 Giro with José Manuel Fuente riding away from Eddy Merckx to a summit finish at the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. It’s unbridled carnage: unsurfaced sections, sub-zero temperatures, outriders running … Read more
Achieving sharp reductions in London’s transport emissions – up to 60% by 2025, 80% by 2050 – is possible according to a major study led by Halcrow and the University of Oxford. But it would require a comprehensive, multi-strand policy approach. Using a bespoke, city-based transport emission simulation model, the study demonstrates the impact of … Read more
I’m not overly keen on sticker sets and costing close to a tenner, Respro’s Urban range seem extravagant. However, these Scotchlite decals provide welcome additional security on flat surfaces like wide section mudguards, rack-platforms and hard shell panniers. They’re also a very clever way of getting round the perception amongst teenage and younger riders that … Read more
It’s fair to say we started quite late, over half an hour to be honest, maybe even the full 60 minutes, thanks to some professional fafflage, but we could catch the group ride we should have been on, easy. Our steady pace would soon overhaul their migrating-herd big-group progress with their polite stopping and waiting-at-the-top. … Read more
