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Gorewear Spinshift Gore-Tex Jacket

The Gorewear Spinshift Gore-Tex Jacket is a more environmentally responsible replacement for the brand’s highly-regarded Shakedry jacket – and it proves to be a brilliantly waterproof and breathable heir to the throne.Looking to stay dry? Check out our best waterproof cycling jackets buyer’s guide.> Buy now: Gorewear Spinshift Gore-Tex Jacket for €210.04 from BobshopThere’s been no shortage of opportunities to put the Spinshift through … Read more

Pirelli introduces “fastest and most performing” P Zero Race TLR RS with improved grip and hookless compatibility

This season, WorldTour team Lidl-Trek has been seen using Pirelli Prototype road tyres, which have now been officially unveiled as the P Zero Race TLR RS (racing speed) tyres. Claiming a 16% increase in rolling speed and an 8% reduction in weight, what’s new on Pirelli’s latest flagship road race tyre?2024 Pirelli P Zero Race TLR … Read more

Strava urges cyclists to “prioritise everyone’s safety” following pedestrian fatality on popular segment, states “hazardous” segments can be flagged

Strava has responded to calls for a popular segment in London’s Regent’s Park to be scrapped following the widely reported case of an elderly pedestrian who died from injuries sustained when she was hit by a cyclist as she crossed the park’s Outer Circle road, the ride-sharing app reminding users and the public that “hazardous” segments can already … Read more

2024 Sram Red AXS vs Shimano Dura-Ace R9200: which top-tier road groupset is best?

The new 2024 Sram Red AXS has just dropped and it’s lighter, more comfortable and undoubtedly has less ugly shifters than ever before. However, to be a success it has to do just one thing and that is: it’s got to be better than Shimano Dura-Ace Di2. Well, today is the day that the two … Read more

Giant sales down 20% and profits slashed by 38% as bike industry challenges continue

Giant has sent the latest signal of the ongoing challenges facing the bike industry as its sales fell by 20 per cent in the first quarter of 2024 as post-tax profits slumped by 38 per cent.The news is not surprising, coming weeks after Shimano reported a huge fall in sales for the same opening period of … Read more

Massive cracks in road surface and snowbanks on Stelvio prompt Giro d’Italia organisers to scrap iconic climb; Celebrate Bike to Work Week… by getting wiped out by a truck driver turning across a cycle lane; Labrador vs Giro break + more on the live blog

Giro Cielo Mips

The Giro Cielo Mips is not quite at the top of Giro’s range, but it’s a good-looking helmet that is still reasonably light and offers a number of Giro’s best safety features. The Mips fit and lock system feels good on your head, the ventilation system works well and overall it compares favourably to more … Read more

Strava asked to remove popular segment after pedestrian death in cyclist collision

The charity that manages London’s royal parks has requested that Strava deletes “Regent’s Park as a segment on the app” following the death of a pensioner who died from her injuries sustained in a collision with a cyclist riding laps of the park.The Royal Parks believes it would remove incentive for cyclists to ride at high … Read more

Rapha Pro Team Long Sleeve Lightweight Jersey – Men’s

The Rapha Men’s Pro Team Long Sleeve Lightweight Jersey is a beautifully designed layer that works best in warmer conditions, or – when partnered with a base layer and shells – can be effective down to 6°C. Made mostly of incredibly thin material, the jersey has good breathability and is figure hugging too, so it feels … Read more