A popular cycle route is due to reopen following pressure from local cyclists and the council – just over a month after it was closed by LNER due to construction work on York railway station, forcing cyclists to use a lengthy diversion featuring a road locals described as “dangerous and unsafe” and “one of the … Read more
It was in September 2023 when we found out that AG2R would be riding Van Rysel bikes in 2024, and a little later the news was officially confirmed as Van Rysel was announced as the team’s title sponsor. It was also revealed that team bikes and kit would be made available to buy on the … Read more
Transport for London and active travel charity Sustrans have been accused of “prioritising bus times over cyclist and pedestrian lives” and “putting motor traffic first”, after newly released designs for a Liveable Neighbourhood programme appear to have “radically scaled back” and even scrapped previous proposals to install protected cycle lanes on a busy road where … Read more
After Dame Joan Collins last year called on London mayor Sadiq Khan to “do something” about cyclists “before the city is ruined”, Patricia Hodge has become the latest high-profile actress to launch a scathing rant about people cycling in the capital, claiming she gets “invariably screamed at” when she admonishes cyclists for “riding their bikes … Read more
We’d all like to climb faster – even strong climbers want to get to the top quicker – so here are expert tips from cycling coaches to help you get better on the hills. Unless you live in a very flat part of the world, climbs are hard to avoid, and they’re an integral part of … Read more
The Galibier Female Specific Route Jacket is a classy looking and exceptionally well-made top for cold conditions. However, although it performs well in terms of insulation, its poor breathability and lack of water resistance are a little disappointing, and its tailoring won’t suit everyone either.For more options, check out our guides to the best waterproof … Read more
A cycle lane responsible for numerous pedestrian trip injuries is to be closed tonight for works to improve safety in the hope of preventing future incidents.The bike lane on Keynsham High Street, in the Somerset town between Bath and Bristol, is believed to have caused more than 100 people to trip since it was first … Read more
Not much can beat that new bike feeling… but having only had my road bike for two years, my wallet simply can’t take the hit of buying another. Luckily there are plenty of things that you can do to your bike to keep it feeling fast and fresh without splashing out on a whole new bike, so … Read more
