The Endura Xtract Bib Tights are a middleweight model that the Scottish brand reckons is equal to that of some costing double the price. A big boast perhaps, especially given that the Xtracts are its baseline model, but I’m pleased to report they’ve ticked all my boxes when it comes to fit, middle-distance comfort and … Read more
An organisation representing cyclists in France says that “increasingly aggressive” drivers are behind a big rise in deaths of people riding bikes, especially in rural areas, and has urged that a road safety forum be put in place to address the issue.The call to action by the Fédération des Usagers de la Bicyclette (FUB) – … Read more
Unless you’re blessed with exceptional circulation, most cyclists will feel the cold in their feet at some point. For some, it doesn’t even need to drop below freezing before toes start to feel the chill and eventually, hurt. So, here are a few top tips to help keep your toes toasty. Your feet don’t have to work … Read more
Altura’s Airstream Windproof jacket is a lightweight, packable piece of kit ideal for changeable days, chilly mornings and evenings, or for stashing in a frame bag or pocket as an emergency coat. It comes in a bright colour too, for those who don’t want stealth too. It’s not a bad price either.A quality packable jacket … Read more
As an elite racer, Ed is probably the quickest cyclist on the road.cc team… but what does he ride? In our latest edition of Staff Bikes, we take a look at his rim brake-equipped Dolan Rebus that took him to British Cycling U23 National Road Series victory in 2022.Unlike most of the weapons that we feature in our … Read more
The GripGrab Nordic 2 Windproof Deep Winter Lobster Gloves are very, very warm and highly windproof, making them ideal for those crisp, clear, frosty winter days. Protection against the cold is excellent and they deserve their deep winter moniker, but the three-and-one finger split of the lobster claw design won’t suit everyone.Check out our guide … Read more
The Herd Group Holdings, the new parent company to British apparel brand Stolen Goat, today announced the acquisition of VeloVixen, a month after the women’s cycling clothing company entered liquidation.Confirming the takeover this afternoon, Stolen Goat founder and Herd Group CEO Tim Bland said that VeloVixen’s role in creating a women’s-only cycling apparel platform, and … Read more
Pearson’s ‘Skin in the Game’ Long Sleeve Base Layer is made from a mid-weight merino wool blend – and fits like a glove (or a good-fitting baselayer). It doesn’t wick sweat quite as well as synthetic base layers, but I’ve found that equally true for all merino base layers and, on the flip side, merino’s … Read more
