If yesterday’s announcement by Team Sky was a positive one for the British scene – if a little underwhelming – then today’s is a real statement of intent. Added to the six Brits named yesterday are an international cast including some major players.Top of the list is Edvald Boasson Hagen (though Sky will have to … Read more
Cargo bikes are making a comeback but the humble trailer is still one of the easiest and most versatile ways to extend your luggage capacity. This wooden-based, nylon-sided unit from Bumper will swallow a huge amount of stuff and it’s stable and simple to fit, folding down for easy storage. The chassis of the trailer … Read more
A new footbridge for walkers and cyclists named after world champion boxer Joe Calzaghe and his dad Enzo has been unveiled in Newbridge, South Wales.The £3.2m Pont Calzaghe connects Newbridge town centre to its new rail station and continues over the River Ebbw to a leisure centre and comprehensive school.The Calzaghe Bridge is part of a regeneration … Read more
As the country tries to encourage more people out onto their bikes for the benefit of their health and the environment, a new study could put people off getting back into the saddle.According to the study by Leeds and Bolton universities cyclists are in much more danger of being hit by cars on roads that … Read more
Budget computers have improved beyond recognition in recent years and with twenty-two functions, ETC’s 9-0 puts many premium brands to shame with its slim-line casing, superb build quality and crystal clear display. The inclusion of a second fitting kit offers even more smiles per mile – great for swapping between race and training mounts. Available … Read more
Image © UnipublicVuelta 2009 Stage 11: Murcia – Caravaca de la Cruz, 200KMTyler Farrar of Garmin-Slipstream held on to take a bunch sprint in Caravaca de la Cruz this afternoon, the American rider’s maiden stage victory in a Grand Tour after near-misses in the Giro d’Italia and the Tour de France earlier this year.But Liquigas, … Read more
A new cycling and walking route will be officially unveiled next week at the South Pennines Walk and Ride Festival. Thousands of people in Keighley, Bingley and Shipley can now walk or pedal their way into some of the region’s most picturesque settings via the Airedale Greenway thanks to the seven-mile route which links the … Read more
What a difference a day makes. One minute you’re happily riding the streets of London with actress and model Kelly Brook. The next you’re being told you can’t hire bikes from your flagship cycle hire scheme in your own street. That’s what happened to London Mayor Boris Johnson, after Islington council rejected plans for a … Read more
Vélo Jam sounds like it should be a clothing label resulting from a collaboration between cycling’s leading Mod, Bradley Wiggins, and his musical idol, Paul Weller. But it’s actually the name of a cycling festival being held next Wednesday in Frome, the evening before Stage 6 of the Tour of Britain departs from the Somerset … Read more
The clever folk at Buff have taken their already brilliant garment and added a thermal polyester fleece section keeping, heads, necks and other body parts warm, yet relatively odour free. In many regards it’s such a versatile garment that comes in handy whatever riding you do. However, those with a good head of hair might … Read more
