Winspace’s new 700g SLC3 climbing bike is lightweight and easy on your wallet

Winspace has unveiled the next generation of its climbing bike at Eurobike 2024. The new SLC3 brings several improvements over the outgoing SLC2.0, according to Winspace. It saves weight and increases stiffness and comfort, while maintaining an attractive price tag. The Chinese brand says the new climbing bike should be available within a few weeks, … Read more

Wilier shaves weight from his climbing bike with the new Vertical SLR

Wilier Verticale SLR

Wilier has launched the new Vertical SLR, which it claims is its lightest bike ever and replaces the Zero SLR model. Claimed full frame weight, including fork, handlebar/stem, seatpost, thru-axles and other hardware is 1,651 grams, versus the Zero SLR’s 1,798 grams, representing a weight reduction of just under 10 percent. The Vertical SLR is … Read more

Should you deadhead clematis? What to do to encourage new flowers on your climbing plant

If you have recently added a beautiful clematis climber to your garden, you should consider whether you should cut back your clematis to keep it healthy and blooming. The perennial (returning every year) clematis is part of the Ranunculaceae family and is a genus that comes in literally hundreds of varieties and colors. It is … Read more