The Topeak Power Lever Pro fits an excellent chain tool into a lightweight package barely larger than the two tyre levers included. When you add in the master link pliers for both opening and closing your stored replacement link, the result is a compelling choice for long or short rides.It’s pretty much a given that … Read more
One of the most eye-catching bikes at the Bespoked Handmade Bicycle Show in Dresden, Germany, last weekend was this hand-painted model from Spoon Customs. Made from Columbus HSS Spirit steel tubing by Spoon founder Andy Carr and hand-painted by artist and illustrator Sam Dunn, it’s unique. 2023 Spoon Customs Bespoked Dresden – 8 (2) (Image … Read more
Update 23/10/2023: The morning after this story was published road.cc was contacted by Cycling Time Trials to confirm that the results had now been finalised. In a short statement the time trialling governing body told us: “CTT announces that following a hearing of an Ad Hoc Committee held on 21 October 2023 under the Rules … Read more
On seeing the DJI Osmo Action 4 strapped to my bike, a friend remarked, “Ah, you’ve got a new GoPro.” Like Hoover, and Walkman, where the brand name became interchangeable with the type of device, GoPro basically created and has defined the action camera market, so it’s both a pity and completely understandable that we … Read more
West Midlands Police has thanked cyclists and drivers for submitting 640 videos of alleged dangerous or careless driving in September, with “action taken against hundreds of careless and dangerous drivers thanks to your footage”.The force encouraged road users to continue to tackle road danger by submitting evidence, stressing that officers “can’t be everywhere all the … Read more
The first night of action at the opening round of the UCI Track Champions League in Mallorca was marred by a huge crash in the men’s elimination race, which saw riders treated for minor injuries and delays while the track was repaired.An army of workers set about getting the track back into a condition fit … Read more
A business owner in a suburban part of Manchester has spoken out about being left frustrated by an overrunning active travel project, which will see a new £13.4 million cycleway laid, claiming that “Christmas is ruined”.The Chorlton to Manchester cycle route will be part of the city’s Bee Network of active travel routes and has been under construction since … Read more
The Kidvelo Rookie 14 Balance Bike is a lightweight bike for 3-6-year-olds. Its big selling point is that it can also be fitted with pedals, so your child can learn to ride on a bike they’re already familiar with.There have been countless major developments in the world of bicycles since I was a child, but … Read more
Sir Dave Brailsford, one of the masterminds behind British Cycling, Team Sky and Ineos’ cycling success over the past 15 years, could soon call Old Trafford home, reports from the football world suggesting Ineos petrochemicals’ billionaire CEO Sir Jim Ratcliffe wants his man on a three-person football committee should his bid to buy part of the Premier League club … Read more
A new cycle lane in Southampton has prompted much ridicule online, with local residents and some cyclists dismayed at pictures which emerged of the infrastructure, complete with pedestrian crossing post and a bench in it. However, a local cycling campaign group has said it is “basically a non-issue”.Works on the cycling infrastructure on Radstock Road and Manor Road … Read more
