Solihull, UK - Data presented by Michelin shows that UK car tyre buyers are moving downmarket, but premium tyres are less affected than mid-range brands.Darren Lindsey, Michelin's sales manager for UK car and van tyres, presented data showing that in May 2010 the UK car tyre market ...
For a wheel-on trainer, the Saris M2 is noticeably quiet. It can’t quite compete with the better direct-drive trainers, but it’s not far off (tyre choice will affect this, though). Ride feel is good, if not spectacular – largely due to the fact that it only has a 1.2kg flywhee...
It explores the history of the bicycle from innovations such as the Dunlop pneumatic tyre to ‘freak bikes’ salvaged from parts bins. The book is said to be a ‘love letter’ to bicycles with Jody Rosen, contributor to The New York Times, waxing lyrical about the beauty of double-diamond...
While the front of the thighs are this thicker, more resistant fabric, as is the lower back to deal with tyre spray, the back of the legs is a thinner, more breathable option to help avoid overheating. As per most of the Rapha shorts, the chamois too is thicker than many others, to...
All road bikes are getting more tyre clearance as well. That means that whereas a few years ago 25mm wide tyres were the norm, many newer bikes, even performance models, will allow you to fit 32mm tyres or wider. That makes for a much more comfortable ride without appreciable loss of per...