Continuing the theme of misfortune that’s befallen women’s cycling in recent times, the cobbled Flemish one-day race Women’s E3 Saxo Classic has been cancelled by the organisers after just two years of hosting, citing rising organisational costs and low confidence from the sponsors, as well as scheduling conflicts with other races.The men’s edition of the … Read more
The Thule RoundTrip Road Bike Travel Case is a very well-designed – if expensive – way to safely carry your road or gravel bike on long trips. Packing down small for storage between or during trips, with all parts available and a long warranty, it’s a solid investment – if you’ve got the cash.For other … Read more
Locals from Coventry don’t seem very pleased with the thought of a new cycle path… because they are concerned that motorists reversing into their driveways wouldn’t be able to see the cyclists coming at them at 30 mph, making them “sitting ducks” for a collision.Plans for the the last phase of the wider 6km Binley cycleway have … Read more
A truck driver who has previously had 33 other convictions, including traffic offences such as drink driving and was already disqualified from driving at the time, has been sentenced to 21 months in prison and disqualified again for five years after he jumped a red light and hit an elderly Dublin cyclist, leaving her with life-changing injuries.The … Read more
British cycling team Ineos Grenadiers has parted ways with its manager and co-founder Sir Dave Brailsford according to recent reports, as the mastermind behind many cycling successes over the previous 15 years looks set to accept a new challenge: restoring Manchester United Football Club back to its glory days.The news of Brailsford’s departure had been imminent for the last few … Read more
The SDG Bel Air V3 Overland is really solidly good for the kind of riding that name implies – ‘overlanding’ being a kind of adventurous 4WD touring across rough, but not insane, off-road terrain. In bicycle terms that’s trail, cross-country or gravel, and for such riding this specially reshaped Bel Air proves comfortable, tough and stylish, … Read more
You might have seen our recent article on how to boost your fitness when aged over 50, but then asked, “what about us cyclists who’ve had a few more birthdays?” One of those people was no other than road.cc founder Tony Farrelly, who at the age of 61 has set himself a goal to improve his … Read more
A Belgian cycling race organiser was handed a three-month suspended for a series of mistakes in planning an amateur cycling race in 2019, including a fatal one which resulted in the riders being sent the wrong way and Stef Loos being hit by the driver of a van.The case was heard earlier this week in Tournai … Read more
This edition of Tech of the Week is filled with wholesome goodness, including the most expensive handlebar/stem you’ve ever seen, super-light Fulcrum wheels, and a smart ring that promises to turn you into an “unstoppable” athlete, but we’re starting with a basket that’s going to “revolutionise urban cycling”. Allegedly.Check out the round basket that’s set … Read more
It’s fair to say that Benidorm, and the rest of the Costa Blanca, has firmly established itself as one of the most popular go-to spots for both pro riders and cyclo-tourists in search of some warm winter sun (and the possibility of wearing shorts in January), friendly roads, and challenging terrain as they build towards … Read more
