Thousands of cyclists are expected at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire this Sunday for Bike Blenheim Palace 2009. Celebrating cycling in all its forms, Bike Blenheim Palace will include a 20km Time Trial, leisure rides, Sportif and provide the unique staging for the 2009 Brompton World Championship. It will also offer a rare opportunity to explore … Read more
I have two problems with MSG bikes who carried out the ergonomic fit for my new bike yesterday. The first is that upon measuring my hands I was told they were ‘medium’ sized. Medium? No man likes to have his hand size downplayed. We all know how the expression goes: big hands, big… actually I’m … Read more
“SRAM RED is my favourite componentry – Lance Armstrong, in fact he likes it so much that last year Armstrong invested some serious money in to the company. So no surprise then that SRAM have been announced as RadioShack’s official component supplier and will provide complete drivetrain, brakes, as well as chains, cables and housing.According … Read more
An exhibition celebrating cycling’s past, present and imagined future in Oxfordshire is currently open in the Museum of Oxford. Pedal Power – A portrait of cycling in Oxfordshire runs until Sunday, October 18 and is a fascinating snapshot of how cycling developed in Oxfordshire, as well as nationally, more than 100 years ago.Curated by London-based … Read more
Plans for a new iconic cycle and pedestrian bridge at Foryd Harbour in Rhyl have been revealed to residents of Rhyl and Kinmel Bay. They were asked to give their views on the plans after three public events were arranged allowing people to speak to officers directly involved in the proposals for the redevelopment of … Read more
The Blackburn mars 3.0 led rear light is a very smart, tidy package with a series of extremely bright LEDs housed within. Patented design features throughout ensure that this isn’t something that can easily be copied.Innovative features such as amber side sections allow other road users and pedestrians to see which way you are facing … Read more
Carradice, the UK-based bike luggage manufacturer, is using next week’s Cycle Show at Earl’s Court to launch a new range of high-performance cycling jerseys that reflect what it sees as a growing demand away from lycra towards traditional styling.The company, based in Nelson, Lancashire, claims that its Carradice Cycle Jersey represents “a real breakthrough in … Read more
A new £500,000 traffic-free route in Camden, from the north of the borough to Kings Cross, has been created with the help of lobbying by Camden Cycling Campaign (CCC), the local LCC group.A 150-metre two-way path for cyclists and pedestrians joining Agar Grove and Camley Street opened last month and is a great addition to … Read more
Cycling’s world governing body is planning a radical shakeup of the Olympic Games track schedule which could mean female cyclists gain parity with their male counterparts. Currently, cycling has seven men’s events and only three for women at the velodrome during the Olympics.The plan to even up the number of men’s and women’s events at … Read more
A winter all rounder, Endura’s Strike are equally suited to winter road and cross duties thanks to their blend of high quality waterproof construction, breathable membrane and classic understated detailing. Fit is very snug, although doesn’t merit going a size larger than usual. Compared with many the waterproof materials doesn’t leave it feeling overbuilt. The … Read more
