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Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport R
The Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSport R is a tyre for those of us for whom speed and grip are our highest priorities. With a super-supple compound, they are grippy and comfortable and roll very well indeed. Going lightweight often means a compromise when it comes to durability, but I haven’t found that an issue with these, even after … Read more
Police warn of bike theft spate at popular holiday destination as five “high-end” bicycles stolen in two weeks
Police in Gloucestershire have warned cyclists holidaying in the Forest of Dean about a spate of bike thefts, with five “high-end bicycles being stolen during the last two weeks”.The warning comes after the most recent incident saw a holidaymaker woken up to the sound of his van being broken into, with a Santa Cruz Megatower … Read more
Rotor 2INPower SL
The new Rotor 2INPower SL power meter is an update to its previous 2INPower meter. Rotor has reduced the weight and claims that its new SL is the lightest dual-sided power meter on the market. Its modular design is compatible with most current bottom bracket standards, it has demonstrated the ability to generate consistent, repeatable … Read more
Five cool bikepacking things from Cafe du Cycliste, Vaude, Blackburn, Carradice and Zefal
Bikepacking is a perfect way to escape the urban environment and explore beyond your doorstep. The open road or rugged trails, the scent of nature, and the thrill of self-sufficiency all add to the experience. To enhance your bikepacking escapades, we’ve curated a list of five gear choices that could better your adventure – or … Read more
Tour of Britain insists “no issues” with potholes on stage route after councillor slams “dangerous” roads
The Tour of Britain has reassured the public and riders that there are “no issues” with stage seven’s route through Gloucestershire after a local councillor this weekend slammed the “dreadful” and “dangerous” potholes on surrounding roads, saying it is “ironic” that the race is visiting when other roads would risk injuring those travelling by bicycle.Liberal … Read more
Woman who helped authorities find body of charity cyclist who her boyfriend killed wants to sue police
The girlfriend of a man who last month admitted killing charity cyclist Tony Parsons before burying the body, is to sue the police for causing her mental distress by allegedly asking her to spy on her boyfriend over a nine-month period to gather more evidence.Caroline Muirhead provided a key breakthrough in the case, alerting police to the location … Read more
The Road Book 1989 Edited by Matt Rendell
With the team behind The Road Book having just released its fifth edition for the 2022 season, Ned Boulting has passed the editorial reins to renowned author, journalist and presenter Matt Rendell for The Road Book 1989, a shorter edition that – no surprises – covers the famous 1989 season. This was a year most … Read more