Roadcc Archives

Check out the anti-theft light that uses Apple technology to “locate your bike anywhere in the world” + more tech news from Shimano, Garmin, Lazer, Enve…

We’ve got tons of cool new tech to tell you about, including Shimano’s plans to control your bike with AI, the lightest helmet with rotational impact protection on the market – according to Lazer – and new products from Enve, Vredestein and Vallon, but we’re starting with the light that uses Apple Find My tech to find your stolen … Read more

Road rage motorist arrested for dangerous driving after knocking cyclist over and throwing bike away

A cyclist in London has told road.cc the story of how challenging a motorist following some dangerous driving on their commute escalated into a road rage incident that ultimately saw the driver taken away in handcuffs by the Metropolitan Police for dangerous driving.The road.cc reader was cycling in Muswell Hill, north London, on the morning of the … Read more

Chain Reaction Cycles announces closing of flagship Belfast store

Chain Reaction Cycles has announced the closing of its flagship store in Belfast which acted as the retailer’s main in-person store across the UK and Ireland, three months after its parent company filed for insolvency as the woes for WiggleCRC continue.The store, located at Balmoral Plaza on Boucher Road, opened in 2012 and has acted as the … Read more

“They have all the resources in the world to pick on cyclists”: Council slammed for stopping and fining cyclists on pedestrianised city centre street

Cyclists have slammed Cardiff City Council’s latest social media post about the crackdown on cyclists on the only pedestrianised street in the city centre, raising concerns about the rising trend of picking on cyclists, including commuters and delivery riders who are allegedly seen as easy targets by the police.In the social media post, the council states … Read more

Le Col Womens Deep Winter Base Layer

The Le Col Women’s Deep Winter Base Layer provides excellent warmth while maintaining breathability, and it covers the neck nicely. It is expensive, though, and for the price I would have hoped for a more comfortable fit.Check out our guide to the best cycling baselayers for more options.> Buy now: Le Col Womens Deep Winter … Read more

road.cc Recommends Components of the Year 2023/24: The best saddles, handlebars, groupsets and more from the last 12 months

Check out the cream of the crop in the world of cycling components – the very best products from all those that earned a coveted spot in road.cc Recommends during 2023. From saddles to forks, from handlebars to valves for tubeless wheels, this category covers a wide array of top-notch gear.How the road.cc Recommends awards … Read more

“How are cyclists at fault for drivers parking on cycle paths?” Tory MP slams “unloved” cycle lanes – by posting photos of drivers blocking them; The Hague police move barriers blocking cycle lane after complaints; GB pursuit gold + more on the live blog

Exposure Strada Mk12 RS

The Exposure Strada Mk12 RS has had a lumen boost over its predecessor, turning an already impressive light into an even better one. It might be pricey, but it’s a very complete package offering excellent performance, reliability and exceptional build quality. For more options, check out our guide to the best front bike lights.Since I … Read more

Driver who drank bottle of vodka and took cocaine, MDMA, and cannabis before killing cyclist and fleeing scene jailed for six years and nine months

A motorist who drank a bottle of vodka, as well as taking cocaine, ecstasy, and cannabis at a party, before striking and killing a cyclist and fleeing the scene – and later lying to police officers about his identity, showing no remorse for his actions – has been sentenced to six years and nine months … Read more

“You have to dig in for the next three to five years”: What lies ahead for a struggling bike industry in 2024? More expert analysis, plus our Cycling Sgt. Pepper image discussed

It’s episode 68 of the road.cc Podcast and we’re turning our attention once again to the troubling state of the bike industry and its worryingly shaky prospects for the year ahead.As we gather around our murky crystal ball, we’re joined by longtime bike industry stalwart Rory Hitchens to discuss what lies in store over the … Read more