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Nicholas Roche Interview
in Blog Post, Bloggers, Diane Vilarem, Diane Vilarem Lifestyle, Health and Lifestyle, Interviews, LifestyleOne of the most enigmatic and well known cyclists within the peloton, Nicholas Roche is an interesting character. He’s twice been national champion and has twice finished in the top ten of the Vuelta a España, and won stages in 2013 and 2015. Nicholas has also competed for Ireland 7 times at the road world championships. So what’s he really like – time to chat…
Rh+ Klyma Sunglasses
in Blog Post, Bloggers, Health and Lifestyle, Kit Reviews, Larisa Chinces, Larisa Reviews, Lifestyle, Robert Thorpe, Robert Thorpe Kit Reviews, SunglassesEveryone seems to be making sunglasses for cyclists these days, and so it’s difficult to work out which brand to trust. Fundamentally though, a good starting point is always to look towards Italy – the home of Rh+. The Italians know sport, they know style and they always bring this knowledge to their cycling products – with lots of performance features too.
Rh+ 3 in 1 Cycling Helmet
in Blog Post, Bloggers, Cycle Helmet, Kit Reviews, Robert Thorpe, Robert Thorpe Kit Reviews, Technical KitHelmets are a tricky item of kit for all of us. After all, we have different head shapes and sizes, making it tricky to find a helmet that matches your own shape. And, it’s clearly the most vital safety item for cyclists, meaning that the helmet you choose should be well designed with your safety in mind. Rh+ understand this, and their 3 in 1 helmet is a great option for riders who ride multiple disciplines: road, mtb and gravel.
Elite Cycling – How to ride rollers
in Blog Post, Bloggers, Elite Cycle Trainers, Fitness, Health, Health and Lifestyle, Kit Reviews, Lifestyle, TrainingWe’ve been using the Elite Quick Motion and Nero Smart rollers this year, both of which have technological advancements to help you stay on the trainer. However, riding the rollers can seem daunting and a recipe for an accident, but in truth it’s easier than you think. Time for us to give you some detail and confidence.
SIGR SVERIGELOPPET BLACK CYCLING JERSEY FOR MEN
in Bloggers, Chris Galley, Cycle Clothing, Cycle Jerseys and Jackets, Kit Reviews, Mens Cycling JerseysYorkshire in the summer is pretty similar to Sweden so when Sigr sent us their summer offerings we were only too pleased to get out there and test out the red and black ‘Sverigeloppet’ cycle jersey. Thankfully, it’s also superb right through to autumn, which makes it a really good wardrobe addition.
CAMELBAK Rogue Light Hydration Pack
in Backpacks, Blog Post, Bloggers, Chris Galley, Fitness, Health and Lifestyle, Kit Reviews, Lifestyle, Nutrition, Technical Kit, Training, Travel and Technical KitIn Camelbak’s marketing material, they say that the Rogue lightweight pack is everything that you crave for on the everyday trail, by being: minimal, durable, cool and comfortable. They sent one to us here at Pedalnorth.com, in a lovely teal colour for us to try out and see if their marketing spin is true. It certainly looked the part on first impressions.
SIGR ‘RIKSVÄG 92 CARGO’ – Cycling Bib Shorts
in Bib Shorts, Blog Post, Bloggers, Chris Galley, Cycle Clothing, Kit Facts, Kit Reviews, Mens Bib ShortsHave you ever thought about the connection to your bike and ultimately the road? You might say it’s’ your cleats, it might be your gloves or it could be your shoes. How many times do you consider what’s going on in the bum department? How many times do you feel that tell-tale ache coming on and as a man that dull numbness starting which forces you up and out of the saddle to bring some life back to that area of darkness.
SIGR White Horizon Cycling Jersey
in Blog Post, Bloggers, Chris Galley, Cycle Jerseys and Jackets, Kit Reviews, Mens Cycling JerseysSigr has been a favourite of Pedalnorth for some time. They consistently design and deliver cycling apparel gold with that touch of Swedish class. You just know if you buy one of their products that it will be just right for the job, well thought through and provides that level of class that other roadies will nod their heads in appreciation when they pass.
Choosing The Right Skinsuit
in Blog Post, Bloggers, Cycle Clothing, Cycle Jerseys and Jackets, Fitness, Health, Kit Facts, Kit Reviews, Ladies Cycling Jerseys, Ladies Skinsuit, Lifestyle, Nadezhda Kit Reviews, Nadezhda Lifestyle, Nadezhda Pavlova, Nadezhda Triathlon and Training, TriathlonWhether you ride a road bike, time trial, triathlon or MTB, you’ve probably landed on this website looking for the best skinsuit for your needs. For those who are unfamiliar, a skinsuit is an aero short-sleeved or long-sleeves onesie made of lightweight cloth that is particularly developed for cycling.
Craft Cadence Backpack for Commuters
in Backpacks, Blog Post, Bloggers, Health, Health and Lifestyle, Kit Reviews, Lifestyle, Madison Curzon, Technical KitCycling to work is not my forte. I usually take the car but having recently converted my underused mountain bike to a hybrid and still neglected to get myself into gear (haha) I was given the chance to test Craft Cadences commuter backpack.
My first test-run was set to be a precarious one. I had meal prepped soup and wasn’t sure how well it would travel in a flimsy tub with a not-so-secure lid. But all was well.