There’s nothing else on planet bike quite like the annual, autumnal British National Hill Climb Championship and its torturous ways. There are many classic and legendary hill climb courses around, each of them equally as brutal in their own way, largely depending on how you like your personal suffering served up. The UK might not have the … Read more
The Department for Transport’s decision earlier this year to slash the budget for cycling and walking schemes in England by around 75 percent can be legally challenged, the High Court ruled yesterday.The action was brought by active travel campaign group Transport Action Network (TAN), who wrote to the government in June seeking a judicial review … Read more
If you like the sound of a lightweight, pocket-sized electric pump that can automatically inflate an inner tube up to 120 psi, you need to check out the EausAir project on Kickstarter very quickly because it ends soon.There are lots of little electric pumps out there these days, but the creators of EausAir Mini pump … Read more
Wiggle Chain Reaction has confirmed that it is entering administration, with the company now up for sale, following weeks of speculation about the beleaguered retail giant’s future amid a funding crisis for its parent company and reports of cancelled orders and payments to suppliers.In a statement released today, Wiggle Limited said that the affairs, business, and … Read more
The Swrve Durable Cotton 3/4 Skinny Fit trousers are superbly practical thanks to some tough, abrasion-proof material with a 4-way stretch for exceptional comfort on the bike and around town. Seamless construction at the saddle, articulated knees and well-thought out waistband impress, though they’re not as slim as you’d think – and the pockets could … Read more
As I recently got called up for the latest instalment of our Staff Bikes series, it was a relief that all the parts for my brand new road bike just about arrived in time for it to appear in the video above. The bike in question is built around a Ridley Helium SLX Disc frameset, with a … Read more
Much-loved children’s bike manufacturer Islabikes has announced it will cease sale and production after 18 years in business.The announcement came on Islabikes’ website today, founder Isla Rowntree, who stepped back from the day to day running of the company in 2021, thanking “our many loyal customers” and saying it “is a wonderful thing” that so … Read more
Pactimo’s Flyte Jersey is the lightest and most aerodynamic top in its range. The ‘second skin’ fit is spot on, though there are a couple of niggles with the zip and sleeve length that make it not quite right for me. Worse, though, is that I found issues with the stitching on both of the … Read more
