Shimano is working on a non-contact system of charging bicycle components, according to a patent application (US 2023/0021733 AI) that has just been published.The patent application refers to road bikes, mountain bikes and various other types of bikes, and discusses a ‘non-contact charging method’ for components with electronic shifting such as a front derailleur, light, adjustable seat … Read more
Everyone loves a bargain and out of all the bikes, parts and accessories that made it into road.cc Recommends over the past 12 months, here are the ones that offer you the best value for money.Every year we review several hundred products on road.cc – and our sister sites off.road.cc and ebiketips – and select the best of them for road.cc … Read more
A speeding BMW driver who drove into a bus lane and hit and killed two young boys travelling by bicycle has pleaded guilty to two counts of causing death by dangerous driving.Jack Hart, 32, previously denied the charges but pleaded guilty the day before he was due to go on trial, prompting judge John Thackray KC to … Read more
Reasonably priced, with a reputable (if a bit wide) Elastic Interface pad and some clever panel placement, the Van Rysel RCR Sport Winter Cycling Tights keep you comfortable on long, cold rides. Ideal for training or commuting, they’re a great upgrade from non-winter-specific tights for when the weather bites.If you’re interested in these Van Rysels, … Read more
In the wake of a targeted online harassment campaign against a cyclist who reported 12 phone-using drivers in one day, forcing the rider to delete their YouTube and Twitter accounts, fellow two-wheeled activist Mike van Erp says that some motorists resort to abusing camera cyclists and road safety campaigners on social media because they “feel … Read more
The Castelli Nano Flex 3G Knee Warmers are warm, comfortable and water-repellent knee warmers that work very well on the bike and have a nice mid-calf length – but they are expensive.As you may have guessed from the name, the Castelli Nano Flex 3G Knee Warmers are essentially strips of Castelli’s Nano Flex material used … Read more
This week’s five cool things is all about bikes! After all of the holiday buzz, January is a month to make plans for the upcoming year, and perhaps one of those plans is to buy a new bike. If you are planning to invest in one, our reviews are an excellent way to see what could … Read more
James May has voiced his support for introducing 20mph speed limits in urban and residential areas, which he believes is “plenty fast enough”, while also arguing that a “change in attitude”, rather than new signage or infrastructure, is key to ending road sectarianism.The Grand Tour and former Top Gear presenter was speaking on BBC Radio … Read more
