In what some have predicted will be a hefty blow for active travel in the West Midlands, Birmingham City Council chiefs have opted to remove the separate transport and highways role from its cabinet — instead reverting it to the wider transport and environment brief that also includes projects such as waste and parks — the decision coming on … Read more
The Gorewear Spinshift Gore-Tex Jacket is a more environmentally responsible replacement for the brand’s highly-regarded Shakedry jacket – and it proves to be a brilliantly waterproof and breathable heir to the throne.Looking to stay dry? Check out our best waterproof cycling jackets buyer’s guide.> Buy now: Gorewear Spinshift Gore-Tex Jacket for €210.04 from BobshopThere’s been no shortage of opportunities to put the Spinshift through … Read more
This season, WorldTour team Lidl-Trek has been seen using Pirelli Prototype road tyres, which have now been officially unveiled as the P Zero Race TLR RS (racing speed) tyres. Claiming a 16% increase in rolling speed and an 8% reduction in weight, what’s new on Pirelli’s latest flagship road race tyre?2024 Pirelli P Zero Race TLR … Read more
Strava has responded to calls for a popular segment in London’s Regent’s Park to be scrapped following the widely reported case of an elderly pedestrian who died from injuries sustained when she was hit by a cyclist as she crossed the park’s Outer Circle road, the ride-sharing app reminding users and the public that “hazardous” segments can already … Read more
The new 2024 Sram Red AXS has just dropped and it’s lighter, more comfortable and undoubtedly has less ugly shifters than ever before. However, to be a success it has to do just one thing and that is: it’s got to be better than Shimano Dura-Ace Di2. Well, today is the day that the two … Read more
Giant has sent the latest signal of the ongoing challenges facing the bike industry as its sales fell by 20 per cent in the first quarter of 2024 as post-tax profits slumped by 38 per cent.The news is not surprising, coming weeks after Shimano reported a huge fall in sales for the same opening period of … Read more
The Giro Cielo Mips is not quite at the top of Giro’s range, but it’s a good-looking helmet that is still reasonably light and offers a number of Giro’s best safety features. The Mips fit and lock system feels good on your head, the ventilation system works well and overall it compares favourably to more … Read more
