In this episode of the road.cc Podcast, we’re debriefing after awards season and talking hardcore virtual racing on Zwift. Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Apple Podcasts Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Spotify Listen to the road.cc Podcast on Amazon MusicFirst up, George is joined by Jack, tech editor Mat Brett and senior road.cc … Read more
Cannondale’s KnurlCork is for those riders who want a bar tape that isn’t too thick or soft. It has quite a firm feel to it, but it minimises road buzz without isolating your hands from the bike. The white colour used here does get dirty quickly, but darker options are available. Check out our guide … Read more
Cyclists in Amsterdam are being greeted by signs at one of the city’s busiest junctions that aim to provide a ‘nudge’ to stop people riding through red traffic lights.The electronic signs, which are being deployed by the city council, show a counter displaying the number of riders who have waited for the lights to change that … Read more
A camera cyclist who deleted his Twitter and YouTube accounts after being targeted with sustained abuse on social media – including multiple threats of violence – says that he won’t stop reporting instances of dangerous driving or motorists using their phone behind the wheel, because “reducing the amount of carnage on our roads is too … Read more
Does ‘no preference’ mean the same as ‘opposed to’? In the case of proposed cycle lane expansions and active travel improvements in Harrogate that would appear to be the case, with North Yorkshire County Council arriving at the conclusion that not enough people support the plans despite its report showing that 110 out of 212 respondents were in favour … Read more
A West Midlands Police officer filmed pepper-spraying a black cyclist who was being subjected to a stop-and-search during lockdown in April 2020 has kept her job after being handed a final written warning following an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC).At a disciplinary hearing at the force’s headquarters in central Birmingham, Sergeant … Read more
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
