The handmade bicycle show Bespoked has just announced that it will return to the UK later this year with a new Manchester venue, so we thought it would be a good excuse to look back at the Reilly T325D titanium road bike that we first saw at the expo in 2019 – a bike that … Read more
The MAAP Atmos Jacket is a stunningly light (and expensive) minimalist jacket that disappears into a jersey pocket, but protects you against the worst weather while breathing hard – that’s you and the jacket. Just be sure you actually want something that compact and lightweight…> Buy now: MAAP Atmos Jacket for £270 from AtmosHad enough of the … Read more
“Seriously — how would you feel? If a company that is worth approximately $260,540,000 stole your brand message and cycling ethos, that you’ve spent over 10 years creating and refining?” That is the question Thom Barnett, founder of Sheffield-based “fine products” and cycling clothing manufacturer Mamnick, was left asking on social media after Rapha, the self-professed “world’s finest … Read more
Ekoi’s prototype road pedals have been the talk of the town recently. The wide-platform pedal design, dubbed ‘PW8’, grabbed attention last week after it was revealed – unintentionally, perhaps – that UCI Continental teams Nice Métropole and Burgos had adopted them. However, a recent development has put a temporary halt to their usage.According to a … Read more
The Chrome Industries Bravo 4.0 Backpack is a very rugged, water-resistant and usefully sized bit of kit with good internal storage and stylish looks. Unfortunately, it also looks very expensive against the competition.> Buy now: Chrome Industries Bravo 4.0 Backpack for £153.50 from SantafixieNeed new luggage? Try our best cycling backpacks buyer’s guide for riders on every budget.With a capacity … Read more
The virtual cycling training app Zwift yesterday made more staff redundant, as co-CEO Kurt Biedler resigned too, with the company stating that despite the news it “remains a healthy, global business with a passionate community”.The job losses follow similar announcements over the past two years, around 150 staff let go in May 2022 before a further 80 jobs were … Read more
A cyclist in the United States is suing Trek and Shimano for $2 million in damages after he was left with a foot-long gash and “permanent numbness” in his thigh after he was allegedly “impaled” by a brake lever as he lost balance trying to avoid a crash.Timothy Lynch brought the lawsuit against Trek Bicycle Corp. and … Read more
The NiteRider Lumina 1000 Boost Front Bike Light is robust and simple to use, with decent output for seeing with, but quite short run-times and slow charging. And though the mount it comes with is very solid, it only works with classic round handlebars not ones with deep aero-shaped tops – you’ll need to buy … Read more
Welcome to the first post-Awards edition of road.cc Recommends in 2024, where we unveil the month’s top-reviewed cycling gear and award them with the prestigious road.cc Recommends badge. In this off-roady edition, we’re diving into the world of titanium bikes and other cycling gems that have left our reviewers impressed. Scroll down to find out what … Read more
