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6 days ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageThis week, we’re diving into the world of next-gen cycling tech. From a new bike computer by Swiss start-up Jespr aiming to take on the market leaders, to Unit 1’s reversible smart lights that can be used as either front or rear lights. Also out for review is another electric mini pump, a bottle cage with built-in Apple AirTag tracker, and Wahoo’s radar light system for real-time traffic awareness.
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1 week ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
VERDICT: 10 Very comfortable high-performance shorts, with little to fault Excellent chamoisVery comfortableMinimal stitching so less to irritateGreat race fit Longer leg might not suit all riders At road.cc every product is thoroughly tested for as long as it takes to get a proper insight into how well it works. Our reviewers are experienced cyclists that we trust to be objective.
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1 week ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
dhb returns with what appears to be new kit, a 'Don’t Hold Back' rebrand, and discounts already in place Evans Cycles posted a new YouTube video yesterday announcing what it’s calling an “all new” dhb range. The kit is live online and it's already heavily discounted. But is this new stock, or a brand refresh with a marketing push?
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2 weeks ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
Getting start as a home cycling mechanic doesn't require a vast toolbox filled with every bike-specific tool imaginable. In fact, many essential tasks can be tackled with just a few good quality standard tools and a couple of bike-specific ones. In this guide, we'll cover the must-have tools for your toolkit that will help you become more self-sufficient with your bike maintenance.
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2 weeks ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
Wondering which bike upgrades offer the best bang for your buck? Here are the eight places we'd invest in first, plus some product suggestions to get you started Upgrading your bike doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether you're looking to reduce weight, boost speed, or enhance comfort, there are still smart, cost-effective options out there.
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2 weeks ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
The Hutchinson Blackbird Race tyre is tubeless ready and compatible with hookless rims. It's evolved from the Blackbird Road and is claimed to be the 'fastest tyre' Hutchinson has ever made. It's an excellent race tyre that balances grip, speed and durability, and is currently one of the lightest tyres in its class. Hutchinson claims the Blackbird Race offers a 10 per cent improvement in rolling resistance over the Blackbird, and a 17 per cent reduction in weight (for the 28mm).
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3 weeks ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
Belgian brand Cowboy has recalled its C4 ST (Edition MR) e-bike after reports of frame cracks at the headtube-downtube weld, posing a "serious risk of injuies" Belgian e-bike manufacturer Cowboy has issued a recall for its C4 ST (Edition MR) due to a potential frame failure that presents "a serious risk of injuries" according to the UK's Office for Product Safety and Standards (OPSS).
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3 weeks ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
We may earn affiliate commission from some of the links on this pageThis week’s Five Cool Things is all things cycling tech and gear. From Garmin’s Varia Vue light with built-in 4K camera to a ceramic bike coating from Dynamic, Litelok’s high-security wearable lock, a wireless charging Quad Lock phone mount, and Carradice’s 20L bar bag. Here are the previews with full reviews coming soon.
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1 month ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
We spoke to Shimano and SRAM to find out whether running the chain at extreme angles is a genuine performance concern Cross-chaining has long been considered a major cycling faux pas by many, with riders quick to call out those stuck in the big chain ring-big sprocket or small chainring-small sprocket. But is it really that bad? We spoke with experts at Shimano and SRAM to find out whether it truly damages components, affects power transfer, and more.
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1 month ago | 
road.cc | Emily Tillett
We spoke to Shimano and SRAM to find out whether running the chain at extreme angles is a genuine performance concern Cross-chaining has long been considered a major cycling faux pas by many, with riders quick to call out those stuck in the big chain ring-big sprocket or small chainring-small sprocket. But is it really that bad? We spoke with experts at Shimano and SRAM to find out whether it truly damages components, affects power transfer, and more.
