Sheffield-based road.cc reader Steve was left wondering what this motorist actually gained from this impatient Near Miss of the Day manoeuvre (apart from “saving a few seconds”)…As the cycle lane approaches the turning, Steve told us people “rushing around the front is a regular problem”, this driver racing ahead and fortunately avoiding his front wheel by … Read more
A Greater Manchester council’s road improvement project caught the eye after the entire road was resurfaced… except for the cycle lanes, which “badly need improving”.One Trafford, the body linking the council to contractor Amey on road maintenance projects, proudly took to social media last week to share photos of the “completed” works, prompting local riders to fill the … Read more
Bell’s Falcon XR LED MIPS road helmet is a good all-rounder. It offers a comfortable fit, decent airflow and the added bonus of an LED rear light. It’s weighty though, even against helmets with a lower price tag.If you’re wondering if something like this is the best choice, it’s worth checking our guide to the … Read more
Luke Rowe and Geraint Thomas have spoken out about the Tour of Flanders crash which saw Bahrain Victorious’ Filip Maciejuk disqualified as the UCI eyes further sanctions.The Ineos Grenadiers duo, speaking on their Watts Occurring podcast, also addressed Team DSM’s move to slow the race to a standstill on one of the climbs before explosively accelerating, saying the … Read more
An appeal for witnesses has been launched as officers from Dorset Police investigate “an incident of road rage” which saw a cyclist knocked from his bike and spat at.The force says at around 4.45pm last Wednesday (29 March) a man in his 20s was cycling on the A31 towards Ringwood, approaching a temporary lane closure, when … Read more
The Halo Carbaura RCD 35mm Wheelset lives up to the renowned Halo name, with a wonderful freehub, and a great build quality. At 35mm deep, these are do-it-all wheels that ride well in strong winds, up and down hill, and sprinting. They aren’t as aerodynamic as deeper wheels, and aren’t superlight, but as a package … Read more
The GripGrab RaceAqua X Waterproof MTB/CX Shoe Covers are a lightweight, stretchy, waterproof and windproof alternative to the more usual clumpy off-road overshoes, though lifting off at the toe might be an issue.If you’re interested in the GripGrab RaceAqua X Waterproof MTB/CX Shoe Covers, check out our guide to the best cycling overshoes for more options.These shoe covers are aimed … Read more
“Mind-blowing”… “massive”… “crazy”… “immense”… just a few of the reviews of Dom Whiting’s return to Bristol for the latest of his Drum & Bass on the Bike rides, attracting a crowd of hundreds, estimated to be as many as a thousand by some.Huge crowds gathered for the start in Lloyds Amphitheatre, a mass of pedalling people that swelled as … Read more
The SQlab 612 Ergowave R Carbon is a very good pressure-relieving saddle at an extremely low weight. It might feel firm in use but that doesn’t detract from its long-ride comfort. If firmness doesn’t especially appeal, check out other options in our guide to the best bike saddles.This saddle is built to SQlab’s distinctive Ergowave design, meaning … Read more
