The B68 Imperial features the central cut-out, first designed by BROOKS over 100 years ago. The “registered cutting”, as can be read in the 1890 catalogue, is “a sure preventive to all perineal pressure”.
Wintery weather is proving more than a little troublesome for riding at the moment; this week has seen us battle snow, sleet, ice and rain. January and February promises more of the same before spring surprises us with slices of sun and lashings of soakings alternately. So – the question remains; what should riders wear through the changeable months? Had you considered the cape? Guy Hills of Dashing Tweeds and Saville Row tailor, Jan Cicmanec (above) both have. The two cycling aficionados (both featured as [...]
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