Shimano Ultegra R8100 launched: 12 speed and wireless shifting
My favourite groupset has just taken the next jump in technology and performance« ULTEGRA R8100 series moves to 12-speed with wireless Di2 shifter function and faster derailleurs« For the first-time ever ULTEGRA includes a power meter option and full-carbon tubeless disc wheels Released the same day as the Japanese company’s flagship Dura-Ace R9200 groupset, Ultegra […]
Why the Local Elections matter for cyclists
In this blog post I’ll attempt to persuade you that it’s vitally important for anyone who rides a bike to vote in their local elections On May 6th 2021, there are local elections across the UK. These will elect local and county Councillors who will represent the neighbourhoods and local communities that we all live […]
TrainerRoad launches adaptive training – this could be big!
TrainerRoad has announced an adaptive training approach with a slick new video: I’ve been waiting for this kind of development for some time. Platforms like TrainerRoad, the SufferFest, TrainingPeaks etc are all building incredible data sets that know so much about us, it’s a no-brainer that this rich data can be used to better adapt […]
Why train indoors?
In winter, more than other times of the year, many cyclists will be considering how and where best to train. With that in mind I thought After over 6 years of doing this, I wanted to share some of my thoughts on why train indoors. My own story was that in the beginning, I tried […]
UK Black Friday Cycling Bargains 2020
I know we’re supposed to hate Black Friday and the full on consumerism it represents but I love a good Black Friday Cycling bargain. I’ll defer my spending to see if I can find a deal. Largely because I don’t have the money to not look for deals but also because I enjoy finding a […]
Buyers Guide: Upgrading your Zwift experience
UPDATED November 25th 2020 As I write this, we’re getting close to Black Friday and it’s Autumn/Fall in the Northern Hemisphere. The weather has turned for the worse now in a year with a Pandemic that has also “encouraged” a lot of people to turn to Zwift and riding indoors. So, it’s a perfect time […]
2021 Genesis Equilibrium Disc adds wider tyres and new colours
It’s a case of evolution rather than revolution at Genesis bikes for 2021. The UK brand that specializes in steel (and aluminium) road, gravel and mountain bikes has been tweaking and improving their range. For road fans, the key news is that the Genesis Equilibrium Disc now has clearance for 32mm tyres up from 30mm […]
The all new Giant TCX Advanced Pro cyclo-cross bike – the perfect gravel bike for ‘cross fans?
Only a week ago I published my review of the Kinesis CX Race, which I said was a great bike (it is) but that I wish it had more clearance for wider gravel tyres (e.g. 40-45mm). In that review I said that I love the nimble, lively ride of a cyclo-cross bike but I’d like […]
Kinesis CX Race Review
In this Kinesis CX Race review you’ll learn that Kinesis have made the CX Race better than ever in its latest striking green and pink guise. The excellent Columbus Futura fork enhances the ride and bottle cages are back as well as nicer routing, axle mounting and improved geometry. It’s an excellent choice for racing […]
The next generation Wattbike Atom
Wattbike have announced a new second generation of their training bike for the Zwift home user. I reviewed the original Atom and the original Wattbike Pro, which permanently changed the way I train, so I have a very positive view of the Wattbike brand. This second generation is an exciting development in indoor training for […]