Buying

Aero bike vs aero position — why spending thousands on a new bike might be slower than sticking with your old one

We pit the latest Factor Ostro VAM aero bike against a decade-old climbing bike. The results might surprise you

Mon, Feb 10, 2025 10:50
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Which action camera is best for cycling? GoPro 13 vs DJI Osmo Action 5 vs Insta360 Ace Pro II mega test

Can the new kids finally knock GoPro off its perch? We've been testing to find out...

Tue, Feb 04, 2025 17:00
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: half price Shimano Ultegra Di2, 50% off Roval Alpinist wheels, big CeramicSpeed OSPW discounts, up to 70% off Le Col cycling kit + more

Chosen by members of the road.cc team, this week's selection includes discounts on a wide range of products, from electronic groupsets, wheels, accessories, apparel and more

Fri, Jan 31, 2025 12:09
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We’re fed up of subscribing to be a cyclist — how much does cycling really cost in 2025?

After the announcement that pro cycling coverage will be moving to TNT next month (who charge £30.99 a month for a subscription) we thought we'd see how much we could save off our cycling-related subscriptions

Wed, Jan 29, 2025 16:05
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road.cc Recommends 2024/2025 awards round-up — all the very best bikes and cycling equipment we reviewed last year

Our awards are done for another year, so here's a comprehensive round-up of the big winners and a bonus video to boot!

Wed, Jan 22, 2025 10:31
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Five reasons why we hope this isn’t the future of race bikes (and five reasons we like it)

The recently released Ridley Noah Fast stands out from other pro bikes with its radical front end...but is that a good thing? Jamie offers his take on the pros and cons

Wed, Jan 22, 2025 10:30
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Winter mountain biking 2025 – your guide to riding in the cold

Everything you need to know about winter mountain biking including tips on what to wear to get you through the grim months.

Tue, Jan 14, 2025 13:39
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Wake up Western bike wheel brands! Have Chinese carbon wheels now overtaken established brands factoring in performance and price?

Chinese carbon wheels have long been cheaper, but do they now offer as good (or even better) performance as well!? By digging into the details, we aimed to find out

Mon, Jan 13, 2025 13:08
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Has the cycling industry killed the cheap road bike? Where have all the cheap bikes gone?

Yes, there are plenty second-hand... but when it comes to new bikes, some prices have seemingly risen far greater than inflation and few brands now offer models below £1,000. Are the days of the brand new £500 road bike well and truly over?

Fri, Jan 10, 2025 10:18
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: Save up to £1,500 on Pearson bikes, Adidas cycling shoes from £56, 20% off almost everything at Hunt, £150 off Zwift Ride with KICKR Core + more

New year, new deals! Take advantage of great discounts on bikes, clothing and accessories to keep you going in the winter months

Fri, Jan 03, 2025 09:48
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: ​Save £270 on a Van Rysel road bike, exclusive 12% off code on Newlane helmets, £40 off Garmin Varia Radar light, £27 quid Specialized lids + more

Plenty of great Christmas deals are still waiting on cycling clothing, bikes, helmets, accessories and more

Thu, Dec 19, 2024 09:51
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Cycling Christmas gifts we actually want: here’s what Dave and Jamie would spend their own money on

This list is anything but the same old cycling-themed tat! Here's what road.cc Jamie and Dave really really want for Christmas

Mon, Nov 25, 2024 12:23
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road.cc x Dealclincher early Black Friday deals — half price Campagnolo wheels, BOGOF Sungod shades, big S-Works shoe discounts + loads more

High-performance wheels, wearable tech, cycling clothing, accessories, and more. Here are some of the best early Black Friday deals we’ve spotted this week!

Fri, Nov 22, 2024 15:54
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road.cc x Dealclincher early Black Friday deals — mega discounts on Cycliq cameras, 47% off Campagnolo’s Super Record EPS, Specialized, Cannondale and Trek bike discounts & much more

Haven't you heard? Black Friday has come early this year... we've got loads more of the best deals spotted this week

Fri, Nov 15, 2024 16:06
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: Black Friday has come early with £24 Proviz jackets, 35% off Hunt wheels, amazing deals on BMC and Vitus bikes, 25% off Muc-Off, Shimano 105 Di2 for £800 & more…

With many brands starting Black Friday early, here's a selection of some of the best savings on kit, tech and more that we've spotted recently

Fri, Nov 08, 2024 16:20
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Are all e-bike lights the same? Integrated, hardwired or standalone – what are your options?

A look at in-built lights and e-bike compatible lights versus conventional standalone bike lights

Tue, Nov 05, 2024 09:28
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What are the best budget bike brands? Road bikes that won’t break the bank from Boardman, Triban, Planet X, Rose, Cube + more

Looking for a new bike that won't put (too much) strain on your finances? Here is a selection of bike brands with great value options all in one place

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 11:22
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Electric mountain bikes – everything you need to know

All the details on how to get yourself motoring off-road

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 08:09
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How strong are Chinese carbon road bike wheels, and why are they so much cheaper? Sponsored

Don't try this at home! We take to the road, the trail and the bike park to see just how robust Superteam's lightweight road bike wheels really are

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 08:43
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You’ve got £500 to spend on a bike: what would you buy? Here are the choices of the road.cc Tech Team

Should you go second-hand, buy new, or build up a frame with components of your choice? Here's what we'd do, which will hopefully provide plenty of inspiration if you're looking to buy a bike on a budget

Wed, Oct 16, 2024 14:15
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Amazon Prime Day cycling deals: Endura long-sleeve jerseys from just £22, Garmin Edge 530 down to £182, huge light savings including 43% off Cateye AMPP set + 27% off Magicshine, big discounts on tools + more

Apparently the bargains couldn't wait until Black Friday, so Amazon have gone ahead with another spontaneous sale before the clocks go back. Here is our pick of the cycling stuff on offer

Wed, Oct 09, 2024 11:42
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road.cc x Dealclincher payday special: Up to 60% off Felt road bikes (down to £450 from £1,200!), pick up a Garmin Edge 530 for £170, half price Cannondale carbon wheels + more

Here's a selection of some of the best cycling deals we've spotted recently across the web, including some huge savings on bikes, kit, tech and more

Fri, Sep 27, 2024 15:32
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Should you buy an aero road helmet? How much faster could you be?

We used high tech aero testing equipment to see whether the compromises are worth the wattage savings...

Sat, Sep 21, 2024 13:00
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Are premium road bikes about to get cheaper? A brief analysis of bike prices before and after the industry’s boom and bust, and what this means for you

Top-end and even mid-range road bikes seem more expensive than ever before; but with some brands starting to offer more affordable options, are others in danger of pricing themselves out of the market?

Fri, Sep 06, 2024 16:06
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The most expensive road bike wheels in the world — the most eye-wateringly expensive carbon upgrades you can make to your bike

Got a few grand burning a hole in your pocket and want to make your bike marginally faster, or just curious? We've got your back with our round-up of the most expensive road bike wheels you can buy

Sat, Aug 10, 2024 12:24
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Would Pogacar win the Tour de France on a cheaper bike? Mid-range road bike vs superbike speed tested

How much faster is a pros dream bike compared to one in your garage? We've been doing some garage science (on the road) in an attempt to find out

Thu, Jul 18, 2024 10:38
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Amazon Prime Day 2024, best US deals still available right now — 27% off 25 litres of Muc-off, up to 18% off Wahoo computers, 50% off Ravemen PR2400 front light, Garmin HRM just $54.50 + more

It's time to bow down to our Amazon overlords and pick up some cycling bargains (if it's stuff you genuinely need, and can't find cheaper elsewhere)

Mon, Jul 15, 2024 11:15
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover — HUGE road.cc kit discounts including £20 off bibs and jerseys, £20 Lazer Blade helmets, 47% off BMC Teammachine, 60% off Specialized saddles, 10% off at Garmin + more

In our latest deals round-up, we're staying a bit closer to home with a firesale across the road.cc merch shop, plus plenty more deals from across the web

Fri, Jul 12, 2024 15:19
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Are wheels the pros use way out of your price range? The smart way to buy Tour de France-inspired wheels for less

Fancy a bit of what the pros are riding at the Tour without needing to remortgage? Here are some more affordable race wheel alternatives from the likes of Shimano, Roval, Zipp, Enve + more

Tue, Jul 09, 2024 16:18
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Do you have these cycling essentials? 10 things we think every budding cyclist needs Sponsored

Unless you're a Tour de France pro, these 10 items are must-haves!

Thu, Jul 04, 2024 10:55
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