In the same week it was revealed that Orange Bikes and its assets had been put up for sale by administrators, who deemed the company “unable to continue trading”, the beleaguered mountain bike brand now appears to have been saved from permanent closure, after announcing on Friday evening that it is set to continue after … Read more
We’ve got loads of new tech to tell you about, including Suunto’s bone-conduction headphones, how you can buy bikes ridden by Wout van Aert and Marianne Vos, and just-released products from Fizik, Ortlieb, and Moots, but we’re starting with what BBB describes as “the world’s first truly smart mini pump”…Is BBB’s tiny DoubleShot the solution … Read more
While cycling retailing giant Halfords’ revenues were up in the third quarter of 2023, the lingering turmoil in the bike industry meant that its performance in the cycling market was down by 1.2 per cent, which the company has labelled as “signifcantly worse than anticipated”.In the Q3 trading update posted by the retailer yesterday, Halfords revealed … Read more
A trial allowing bikes on Greater Manchester’s Metrolink tram line is set to invite “volunteer” cyclists to assess the “risks and issues” of the policy change — one of Mayor Andy Burnham’s key election pledges — and is set to take place after months of deliberation and delay. However, opinions among councillors seem torn on the issue, with … Read more
Orange Bikes, the brand integral to the UK mountain-biking scene, has become the latest victim of the turbulent times within the cycle industry, with the company and its other assets being put up for sale by administrators, who have deemed it as “unable to continue trading” owing to its financial position. However, the company has offered a … Read more
The Le Col Women’s Pro Bib Tights keep you very warm without being restrictive or uncomfortable thanks to an innovative combination of fabrics and a great chamois. The weather resistance is excellent, keeping out the worst of the winter weather, but the legs come up slightly short on me – something to check if you’re … Read more
The dual-lens Magicshine Ray 2600B Bluetooth Bike Light has an impressive battery life, numerous mounting options and a smart handlebar remote. And its powerful 2,600-lumen maximum output makes it easily bright enough for riding unlit routes both on and off road – it’s just a shame such an impressive piece of hardware is paired with … Read more
The Metropolitan Police have taken prompt action against the driver seen in today’s Near Miss of the Day footage emergency braking to avoid a collision with a father cycling with his son in a cargo bike, after the motorist “blindly” followed the driver in front at a turning. road.cc reader Ashley tells us the Met has … Read more
