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Built for Athletes Black Cycling Backpack
The Built for Athletes Black Cycling Backpack is designed to help you carry your stuff on the bike, whether that’s to work or to the gym. It was developed with input from the Netcompany Ineos cycling team, and it’s comfortable on a bike, although with a limited number of truly cycling-specific features.Built for Athletes makes … Read more
Canyon Grail CFR Di2 gravel bike
Canyon has updated the Grail gravel bike and created something with a tick-box wishlist designed to please racers. Up-to-date 57mm tyre clearance, significant changes to the aerodynamic profile, and the ability to attach additional frame storage quickly and neatly are all featured. But while the frameset might be exactly what riders and racers are looking … Read more
Shimano introduces SPD-SLR clipless pedal system for the road, with a completely redesigned pedal platform and cleat
Shimano has introduced a completely new SPD-SLR clipless pedal system to its high-level Dura-Ace and Ultegra ranges, with a lower stack height, faster engagement and lighter cleats than existing SPD-SL – and although the new pedals and cleats look similar to their predecessors, they’re NOT cross-compatible. 2026 Shimano Dura-Ace PD-9300 pedal studio (Image Credit: Shimano) > … Read more
I tried Shimano’s new Dura-Ace SPD-SLR pedals and cleats, and they’re mostly great… yet also a bit annoying
Shimano’s SPD-SL road pedal design has been a constant in the cycling world since 2003. But as autumn’s approach brings cooler winds, the lack of backwards compatibility on the all new SPD-SLR might earn Shimano the cold shoulder from customers. As expected following a mysterious cleat catastrophe at Paris-Roubaix and a leak reported on this very … Read more
“Many cyclists are out to prove a point and deliberately get in the way”: Daily Mail readers rush to defend unrepentant driving instructor who struck grandmother from behind at 55mph before shouting “f***ing a***holes”
An unrepentant driving instructor who left a cyclist with life-changing injuries after clattering into her at 55mph on a rural road has earned support from a portion of the Daily Mail’s readership, who have criticised the grandmother for failing to wear high-visibility clothing, while accusing her “dicking about in the way like the rest of … Read more
Volt Urban LS
The Volt Urban LS is a well-specced and neatly executed city bike that’s one of a growing number that have turned to Bafang’s automatic shifting motors. The three-speed hub has its idiosyncrasies but is a great option for flatter terrain, and the bike is a likeable companion for urban errands. The recent price reduction makes … Read more
Rights of way for off-road cycling explained: Know where you can and cannot ride with this easy guide
Riding bikes off-road in England and Wales can sometimes be a seriously grey area. In fact, many riders out there will likely be riding illegal trails without ever realising it, but as always, it’s best to be properly clued up on the rights and wrongs before you find yourself on the wrong side of the … Read more
How to get more out of your commute — top tips to become a fitter cyclist by riding to work
If you’re new to commuting by bike, then you’ll likely enjoy health and fitness benefits in no time at all — but more experienced cyclists can get plenty of gains simply from riding to work too.The length, frequency and terrain of your commute are key points to start from; you might already be doing more … Read more
Vistella Firefly Plus
When you are commuting in the dark of winter, or early in the morning, visibility is everything. The Vistella Firefly Plus gloves are clearly designed with this in mind, aiming to make you as noticeable as possible to other road users, especially when you are signaling to turn.DesignThe standout feature here is the use of … Read more