Basso Reshapes All-New, Made-in-Italy Palta 3 Carbon Gravel Bike for Bigger Adventures
While a lot of gravel bike makers have differentiated into either race or adventure, the all-new Basso Palta 3 doubles down on the idea ...
Lycra: A Fashion Statement or a Cry for Help?
Back in April 2024, I wrote a blog post I simply titled, Lycra! The link to that post can be found HERE. I am afraid ...
First Look: Thule’s New Vero Hitch Bike Rack Can Haul it All
Thule hasn’t exactly been keeping its latest hitch bike rack, known as the Vero, a secret, but today, it is officially launching and available ...
Brompton Electric 12-speed for me rather than 4-speed
First of all, can you believe it is February! The weather is still pretty awful here in London but at least January is over ...
State Bicycles Electric Bike Inflator Review: Small in Size & Price, Not Features
I’ve never been a cyclist who was obsessed with tire pressure. I’ve always just pumped up my tires with a good ol’ floor pump ...
Oakley’s 50th Anniversary Ellipse Glasses are Characteristically Bold and Extra Gold
Back in June, we reported on Oakley’s introduction of the Ellipse sunglasses, a uniquely styled pair of shades paying homage to the brand’s 50th ...
Why I Take Lots of Photos of My Brompton
As a keen cyclist (that means only on one of my Brompton bicycles) and someone who has always liked taking photos, my Brompton bike ...
Brutal London Brompton Bicycle Ride
At the start of the overnight ride to Maldon back in September 2025, my friend Geoff kindly gifted me a map of Brutalist London. ...
The Great Lime Bicycle Blockade
The Tower of London, a majestic fortress steeped in history, where tales of kings, queens, and the occasional beheading echo through the ages. (It ...
RockShox Reverb AXS Gen 2 Review: The Longest and Best-Integrated Wireless Dropper
After riding high as the undisputed leader of wireless dropper posts for almost six years, RockShox got a wakeup call when Fox finally launched ...
Review: PDW Bingo Spacer Fixes Bags to Bike, Heads Up! Trail Bell Makes Sure You’re Heard
I just strapped a couple of small PDW gizmos onto my bike, and I’m already pretty psyched with how well each works. First, is ...
Remind Insoles Short Term Review: Artsy Impact Absorption for Your Feet
Remind is an aftermarket insole brand with roots in sports like snowboarding and skateboarding. Unlike many insoles, Remind appears to be heavily focused on ...
Health Update & Happy New Year
For all those that have been following my health I have some good news.I saw my consultant on New Year’s Eve and my tests ...
Feedback Sports Sport Mechanic 2.0 Repair Stand Review
Feedback Sports updated many of its products in 2025, including its most affordable repair stand. While the new Sport Mechanic 2.0 looks similar to ...
My Orange Brompton Plans for 2026
Happy New Year! As I look ahead to 2026, I find myself filled with excitement and anticipation for the adventures that await me on ...
