Cycling Plus (June)

Cycling Plus

Get the lowdown on Le Tour this month We take you along the opening event in London How to spot the stars Where to pitch camp to be near the greats Exmouth Exodus Rob Simmonds explains why you should take on this 100-mile night ride 13 pages of riding – some flat, some definitely not! Family Ride Take this gentle ride along the Calder Valley in West Yorkshire, suitable for all the family Medium Ride This ride takes in the beautiful scenery of Snowdonia without the arduous climbs Expert Ride Cara Coolbaugh recce’s the fast Highclere Castle sportive, with its tough South Downs climbs Classic Ride Paul Vincent and Jeff Jones join Sean Yates on the first stage of the Tour from London to Canterbury Six pages of the latest kit, including a retro Bianchi, wheels, handlebars, an on-board cycling computer and a cargo trailer. Lightweight tourers Cass Gilbert punishes four light tourers Shorts Keep your legs cool with our massive shorts test Gilets Keep the wind off with these versatile tops Mitts Absorb sweat, improve grip and protect your hands Giant TCR Alliance Zero The perfect fusion of aluminium and carbon? Bike racks Carry your bikes safely and easily on your car. We find the best for you to buy... Focus Arriba A cheap urban warrior, but how does it compete?