Included in the route was the Devils’ Staircase… (photos © www.rightplacerighttime.co.uk) In his book, ‘Cycle Tours: South Wales’, Nick Cotton recommends that only “extreme enthusiasts should try...
You just can’t beat a good bottlecage [ my thoughts exactly – ed.], one that is light, allows easy access to water bottles and above,...
Robbie McEwen, Cadel Evans and the rest of the Silence-Lotto team will find no excuses in their machinery for the 2008 Tour de France, as...
The new Bell Volt helmet boasts 22 carbon-reinforced vents Established in 1954, Bell has continued to be a leading name in protecting heads and all that...
Dainty or what? Seatstays are EDGE carbon wishbone Time Edge Racer module £1560.90 Every so often a bike comes along that does exactly what it is supposed...
Late last week RCUK forum contributor Adam Tranter saw fit to post on the forum a photo of the editor ‘enjoying’ a brief break on...
While clearing out my desk the other day (you wouldn’t imagine the things one finds under so much rubbish), I discovered a few books lurking....
Lifeline Bio Cleaner £7.99 per 1 litre Degreasing a well-lubed and well-used chain is not one of life’s more enjoyable experiences, or was not until the...
With the 2008 Tour de France starting this weekend, you’re going to need a website that keeps you updated daily with all the news, results,...
At the Eurobike show in August 2007 Shimano introduced the carbon fibre Dura-Ace FC-7800C crankset. Originally this crankset was designed to be compatible with the...
The uptake of carbon rims in the last couple of years has been remarkable, with many amateur racers and riders looking to emulate the kit...
Manhole covers are set to get become less slippery thanks to a makeover with a new cover, called the GripTop. Develop by Saint-Gobain Pipelines, Europe’s biggest...
Sugoi C9 Gel Gloves £14.99 A fingerless mitt is a staple product of any road cyclist, and the C9 Gel Gloves from Sugoi are about the...
Cervélo are the bike of the moment. Various race wins including impressive displays of athleticism by Fabian Cancellara are making Cervélos much sought after at...
Sidi are increasingly accustomed to producing limited edition shoes, such as the flowery Ergo 2 Carbon’s they gifted Fillipo Pozzato of Liquigas at Milan-San...
On top of the Galibier “It’s not a race” is how I describe the bi-annual Paris-Nice cycling event, having just completed the 16th edition of this,...
Trail Break’s Sunday Sportive season is now in full flow and enjoying ever growing popularity. Launched in 2007, they were the first and now...
Prologo is a relatively new brand to hit the market, but its saddles are rapidly becoming the perch of choice amongst the pro pack, with...
Independent Fabrication SSR 953 £2,350 Frame and fork (includes custom geometry and a choice of decals) Frame weight: 1.1kg Size tested: 57cm www.ifbikes.com Think steel is dead, and that there’s...
Ritchey WCS Carbon 4Axis stem £120 There’s hardly a part of the once humble bicycle that hasn’t been touched by the rapid and widespread use of...
Cannondale has always been renowned for an innovative approach to bicycle design, and has never been a company that can be accused of following trends....
Sunday 22 June saw the 27th annual Great Nottinghamshire Bike Ride take place at the National Water Sports Centre, Holme Pierrepont. Over 4,000 men, women,...
Arundel Gecko bar tape £14.99 US-based Arundel made its first steps into the cycle world with a range of beautifully made carbon fibre bottle cages, and...
