The Velocio Winter Wool Socks keep you warmer than you’d think given their lack of bulk, and they deal with damp and cold winds well. The whole upper section is tight enough to make getting them on quite hard work, however, and if you’re size UK10 or over you may find them just too small … Read more
British Cycling has this afternoon committed to attempting to deliver both a men’s and women’s edition of the Tour of Britain in 2024, the governing body announcing its “new vision” for major cycling events in Britain following months of doom and gloom.Earlier this week the Tour of Britain and Women’s Tour disappeared from the UCI’s 2024 race … Read more
Madis Mihkels and Gerben Thijssen from the Belgian pro cycling team Intermarché-Wanty, who shared racist gestures on social media during the Tour of Guangxi and were subsequently withdrawn and fined, have now made a financial contribution to the team’s junior cycling academy and spent a day with the junior cyclists to teach them “the values of cycling”.In October, … Read more
The style of turban worn can greatly affect the impact of a head injury amongst Sikh cyclists, and while not always “as effective” as a bike helmet, it can offer “superior” protection in some cases too, a study has shown.Motivated by the lack of research on the safety of Sikh cyclists and how their turbans can mitigate … Read more
The Cycplus Electric Air Pump A2 is very impressive – considering the price it’s pretty amazing, in fact. While it’s portable if you really hate normal pumps (or CO2), it’s really best suited to the car or shed, where its impressive pumping strength, decent battery life and ease of use make it extremely handy.For other … Read more
Want to enjoy a traffic-free ride up (or down) Cheddar Gorge? Well, good news, the iconic Mendips road could soon be closed to all motor vehicles once a month as part of a new project to create more space for pedestrians and cyclists.As we noted on our live blog earlier today, the Mendip Hills National Landscape … Read more
Police in Melbourne have confirmed that two teenage boys have been arrested, and one of them charged, as the result of an investigation into two shocking hit-and-runs in the city last week, which happened a short time and distance apart and saw two cyclists mown down, footage of one incident apparently filmed from within the … Read more
The NiteRider Lumina Micro 650 is a solid and dependable front light. It might have a slightly clunky look, but it’s tough, water resistant and will serve you well as an every day commuter light, keeping you visible and allowing you to ride more safely in the dark.Looking for illumination? Our best front bike lights … Read more
Hunt has introduced a new SUB50 Limitless Aero Disc wheelset which, it says, is the fastest road race option out there in a depth of up to 50mm when fitted with either 30mm or 28mm tyres. With front- and rear-specific hookless rim profiles, the option of unidirectional carbon spokes, and a new ratchet hub design, … Read more
