Swrve Jeans Review

Whilst wearing lycra to the pub might get you some funny looks, cycling in jeans is not always the most comfortable experience. Denim, whilst hardwearing, is not the most forgiving of fabrics and seams placed in what might be termed “sensitive” areas, can dig in after a surprisingly short time in the saddle. Fortunately Los Angeles-based swrve have tackled this with some very bike-friendly features on their latest jeans. Form and Function Founded in 2005, swrve have always been at the f... read more...

Fixed up for the Winter

In 2009, I was lucky enough to be a member of Team Cycling Plus. As part of the deal, I had the use of a Verenti Millook. It was a great bike and I logged up thousands of miles on it. Unfortunately, it was only on loan and in December last year, they finally asked for it back. With my best bike mothballed until the good weather returns, I've had to look elsewhere for a bike to ride through the winter. Last year, with the hill climb season approaching, I picked up a bargain... read more...

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