Shimano Road Wheels 2013 – Godzilla’s getting much more serious….

Over the last couple of years the giant of the bike components industry Shimano has been working to significantly enhance their road wheel offerings. The 2013 model year sees a number of steps forward and new model releases that I think it’s worth being aware of if you’re at all interested in wheels. There is […]

First look: Reynolds Forty Six Carbon Clincher aero wheels

Something that’s really stood out to me in watching the beginning of this season’s pro-cycling coverage is how many team bikes are now running 40mm+ deep section aero wheels on every stage – even those with a lot of climbing. Seriously, take a look at any pro road race going on and check it out […]

The new Lightweight Meilenstein C Carbon Clincher Wheelset

For almost two decades Germany’s Lightweight have been producing some of the finest and most desirable carbon wheelsets that money can buy. Lightweight’s striking tubular wheels have for many years been offering low weight, strength and desirability that many other manufacturers have only been able to aspire to match. This week Lightweight have released a […]

How far to upgrade an entry level road bike

Most of us start out on an entry level road bike to keep our initial investment in cycling low-ish until we’re sure we’re going to keep riding and enjoying it. This is a sensible approach to minimise how much money you’re risking to try the sport out. However, once you do start riding regularly and […]