We investigate whether a dedicated bike for the colder season is a necessity or a luxury, and ask do you really need a winter bike? We investigate whether a dedicated bike for the colder season is a necessity or a luxury, and ask do you really need a winter bike?
They may be bombproof but tubeless tyres have yet to catch on in the ranks of the pro peloton; Simon Smythe asks whyThey may be bombproof but tubeless tyres have yet to catch on in the ranks of the pro peloton; Simon Smythe asks why
Simon Smythe reflects on the regulatory inertia that some say is stifling innovation in bike design Simon Smythe reflects on the regulatory inertia that some say is stifling innovation in bike design
With rain, frost and a heightened amount of detritus now decking the lanes, Simon Smythe researches the right rubber for winter ridingWith rain, frost and a heightened amount of detritus now decking the lanes, Simon Smythe researches the right rubber for winter riding
We get to grips with the slippery subject of choosing a chain lube Lube choice comes down to weather and temperament. Photo: Chris Catchpole We get to grips with the slippery subject of choosing a chain lube