The Specialized Women’s RBX Softshell Jacket is a good choice if you’re looking for a performance jacket that can withstand bad, but not extreme, weather conditions. With its thick yet breathable softshell material, it’s warm, windproof and has a bit of water resistance, though its lack of elasticity and loose fit in places won’t suit … Read more
Colnago has invited former world champion and classics legend Tom Boonen to its Milan headquarters to test ride the manufacturer’s flagship V4Rs bike, after the retired Belgian argued that two-time Tour de France winner Tadej Pogačar is currently at a competitive disadvantage racing his sponsor’s “old-school” bike.The iconic Italian brand has also committed itself to … Read more
Cycling must address its lack of diversity and break out from its “predominantly male, white, and often ‘cycling enthusiast’ niche”, if it wants to fully capitalise on active travel polices and investment, the Bicycle Association has warned.To mark International Women’s Day, the Association, which represents the UK cycling industry, has today launched Diversity in Cycling, … Read more
Chrome’s Storm 415 Traction boot is a good all-purpose boot for winter riding on flat pedals, and general use in changeable weather. They have good waterproofing, a grippy sole and a comfortable fit.> Buy now: Chrome Storm 415 Traction Boot for £150 from AlwaysridingThe Storm boot has been in the Chrome range for a while, … Read more
Tom Pidcock of Ineos Grenadiers put in an astonishing performance on Saturday to add a Strade Bianche win to his already impressive list of achievements, and here’s the Pinarello Dogma F that he rode to victory.> Flying Tom Pidcock wins Strade Bianche with audacious 50km attack 2023 Strade Bianche Pidcock © Zac WiLLIAMS SWpix.com (t-a … Read more
Norway’s Uno-X Pro Cycling Team rode today’s Paris-Nice team time trial in a new Sweet Protection Redeemer 2Vi Mips helmet that’s said to be “a new benchmark in aerodynamics”. It has also set new standards in looking a bit like it’s off of Star Wars. If Darth Vader or any of his Stormtrooper mates take up … Read more
Proviz’s REFLECT360 Waterproof Cycling Gloves do a great job. They keep the water out in all but the heaviest of downpours, offer loads of reflectivity for visibility, are warm, and they even come with some padding. My only realm criticism is that the fingers are shorter than most brands’ gloves, and there is no nose … Read more
After three years of waiting and “backtracking”, a reader has told of their frustration at repeat delays with See.Sense’s bike tracker Kickstarter. However, speaking to road.cc the company insists after pandemic-related delays, changes to the technology used, component shortages and extensive testing, See.Sense will not ship the product until it is right and remains confident it will be well worth the … Read more
