The bike tech world is really hotting up as the year progresses and we have loads of new equipment to show you, including eyewear from Oakley, helmets from Trek, and even a waterproof dry robe, believe it or not, but we’re starting with the most unexpected invention from Shimano that we’ve seen in ages…Shimano WTF? … Read more
Hundreds including residents, councillors, and opposition candidates are citing the loss of parking space and trees, among other reasons for opposing a cycling route in Halifax, West Yorkshire, which received positive outcomes from 60 per cent of the respondents.The Calderdale Council is currently consulting over a scheme to enhance walking and cycling routes in North … Read more
A Greater Manchester council has backtracked on its decision that the roadworks were “complete” after resurfacing the entire road but apparently forgetting the cycle lane, confirming that it will resume work on the bike path this month.Earlier this week, we reported that One Trafford, the body linking the council to contractor Amey on road maintenance projects, proudly … Read more
The Paris-Roubaix cobbles put unique demands on bikes and both brands and teams work hard to supply the riders with the best equipment for the job. Here’s how the bikes have developed over the past decade. Essentially, we’re comparing the Paris-Roubaix Tech we saw in 2012 with the bikes that were ridden in the race last year. Some … Read more
The Kendal-based online cycling retailer ProBikeKit (PBK) is set to close, after THG announced the discontinuation of OnDemand, one of its major lifestyle divisions that PBK was a part of, and putting 180 jobs at risk.The online retailer, which produces and sells cycling accessories, components, clothing, tyres, and tubes, was found in the early 1990s, and … Read more
The Specialized/Fjallraven Snack Bag is a stem-mounted holder that’s ideal for keeping a water bottle or snacks within easy reach. The closure is very easy to use one-handed while you ride, and rapid snack access can only be a good thing. It’s not the lightest, and it’s one of the pricier options out there, but … Read more
The Magicshine Ray 1600 is a very versatile front light. Thanks to its dual LED design and multiple settings, it’s ideally suited to riding from dusk to dawn, whether commuting, out with friends or on an audax. With a heavy-duty machined aluminium body, it’s also good for drops onto tarmac at speed – not that … Read more
Jumbo Visma, one of the dominant teams of the 2023 spring classics campaign, has teamed up with its Belgian helmet suppliers Lazer to produce and promote a special “brain-design” helmet, which will be worn by members of the Dutch squad at this weekend’s much anticipated Paris-Roubaix races, to encourage all cyclists to wear a “helmet”.“This year’s Paris-Roubaix cycling … Read more
Last Friday’s announcement that the Women’s Tour – one of the biggest races on the women’s international calendar – has been cancelled for 2023 capped off a miserable few months for British bike racing. In this road.cc Podcast episode, Ryan catches up with the PR Director for the race’s organiser about why they had to pull … Read more
