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New SRAM Red AXS leaked again? Best look yet at (what we think is) SRAM’s new 2024 top-end road groupset
As most people (who care) will know, there’s a new SRAM Red groupset coming. We already had a pretty good idea of what it’s going to look like following leaked images, but now there’s more, giving us our best look yet at the unreleased flagship groupset. The latest spy shots seen on Instagram not only reveal a … Read more
Bike shed row erupts as “ugly” cycle shelter “ruins” sea view, according to some furious locals… although others tell critics to get their “priorities straight” as “it’s hardly the end of the world”
The installation of some new bike parking shelters in one seaside community has triggered fervent debate, a portion of disgruntled residents up in arms about the “eyesore” structures that they believe “ruins” the sea views. On the other hand, the complaints have been met by rolled eyes from some locals who have argued it is “not really … Read more
Revoloop Race Ultra Tube
The Revoloop Race Ultra Tube is made from thermoplastic polyurethane – the TPU you see used in all kinds of products – and is ultra light. Although the price looks high against regular butyl tubes, the huge weight savings make these great value as an upgrade, and the road feel rivals that of latex tubes.These … Read more
Remember when you knew where the potholes were? Nowadays, cycling on British roads is a constant, crater-ridden skirmish
I never realised how much I’d miss the dance now that it’s turned into a full-on brawl.Ride the same roads often enough and long enough, and you’ll get to know every hole, bump, ripple, manhole cover, drain, white line, bobble, hump, lump and crack. All those little tarmac threats that want to smack you through … Read more
Cyclists slam report by “notorious anti-cycling group” claiming proposed bike lane on “one of the most dangerous junctions” will lead to more collisions and 800% increase in congestion
Plans to transform a London roundabout described as “one of the most dangerous junctions on the road network”, and the scene of 56 collisions in the space of three years, injuring 14 cyclists and pedestrians, has again come under fire from opponents, as a report commissioned by a local traders association has claimed that installing … Read more
VeloPac Útil Trail Ridestrap
The VeloPac Útil Trail Strap is a strong, reliable and very simple way to lash your stuff straight to the frame. It’s pretty long though, so it’s best on big-tubed bikes or when really stuffed with gear.Constructed from 25mm webbing and adorned with reflectives, elastomaster cords and anti-slip materials, this proves a rugged choice that’s … Read more