Look – or Look Cycle, if you want to be formal about it – has introduced new Keo Blade road pedals that are said to be more aero than previously while offering “increased rider comfort and durability”.Keo Blade pedals have been around since 2011, the defining feature being the use of a carbon blade in the cleat … Read more
Just weeks after the Liberal Democrats warned that bike theft has been effectively “decriminalised”, thanks to Home Office data revealing that nine in 10 cases reported to the police since 2019 have gone unsolved, one prolific bike thief has been sentenced to seven months in prison following his latest attempt.John Bruce Miller, a 39-year-old with … Read more
The Ere Research Genus II CL45 wheels combine the characteristics that most riders strive for in a set of carbon wheels, including lower weight, claims for improved aerodynamics, and outstanding stability even in strong winds. I had an issue with inflating one tyre, but all the others went on fine, though the lack of tubeless … Read more
The Trek Domane SL is a super-popular road bike – maybe even an all-road bike when set up with the right tyres – that offers a smooth ride courtesy of IsoSpeed technology that helps to damp both small vibrations and bigger lumps and bumps. Let’s take a look at what’s going on here…Trek introduced IsoSpeed over … Read more
Northern Ireland’s joint bid with the Republic of Ireland to host the Tour de France’s Grand Départ, which aimed to bring cycling’s biggest race to the island for three stages in either 2026 or 2027, has become the latest casualty of the ongoing political impasse that has left Northern Ireland without a functioning government for … Read more
The Le Col Womens Hors Categorie Jacket II is the top-of-the range jacket from British brand Le Col, designed to keep you warm and protected from the wind and rain. It’s a great bit of kit that balances warmth, breathability and waterproofing, with the addition of some generously proportioned reflective details to increase visibility. However, … Read more
A police officer who crashed into a cyclist, seriously injuring them, was driving on the wrong side of the road at the time of the collision, a police watchdog has confirmed.The crash, which led to the cyclist being treated for “non-life-threatening” injuries at a major trauma centre, took place on Wednesday 17 January at around … Read more
The Castelli Entrata Thermal Bibknicker is a stripped-back, relatively low-cost 3/4 bib for cold days. But don’t let the price or spec fool you – it’s a cracking ride and exceeded expectations in a wider range of conditions than expected.> Buy now: Castelli Entrata Thermal Bibknicker for £57.75 from MerlinLooking for new tights? Our best 3/4 length cycling tights buyer’s … Read more
