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Are gravel bikes good for commuting?

They can offer more comfort, better capability and ample storage options

Wed, Aug 02, 2023 09:30
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A weekend at the Wild Wales Gravel Festival — where you only have the wrong bike some of the time

While the UK isn't blessed with endless finely packed fire roads, the more chaotic terrain is arguably just as fun but in a different way

Sat, Jul 29, 2023 14:00
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Budget gravel bike vs premium gravel bike vs mountain bike: Does the bike make any difference?

How much difference, if any, does the bike make when riding gravel and which one should you buy?

Sat, Jul 29, 2023 12:00
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Cycling motivation: 8 tips to get you back on the bike

Sometimes we all need a little push to get out for a ride

Wed, Jun 28, 2023 13:37
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The Parliamentary Bike Ride – putting active travel above party politics

Annual event is about much more than just a pedal round the park as it brings politicians and experts together

Thu, Jun 22, 2023 17:03
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FNLD GRVL: Why the shortest distance is often the sweetest

A route for every rider and celebration of gravel in all its glory

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 15:52
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FNLD GRVL: Why the shortest distance is often the sweetest

A route for every rider and celebration of gravel in all its glory

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 14:00
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What is the spirit of gravel biking?

Everything you need to know about the unwritten code that governs cycling’s fast-growing discipline

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 13:53
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First Ride: the redesigned Tern HSD

Bigger carrying capacity and Bosch Smart System on Tern's mid-sized cargo bike

Thu, Jun 08, 2023 08:48
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Gravel racing – what’s next for cycling’s fastest growing discipline? 

We sat down with gravel event organisers to talk about the appeal and future of gravel racing

Wed, Jun 07, 2023 08:37
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First look – Park Tool DT-5.2 Disc Facing Tool

A closer look at the tool you never thought you needed

Thu, Jun 01, 2023 13:00
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Unbound Gravel 2023 – everything you need to know

The lowdown on one of America’s biggest gravel races including who to watch, the route and possible weather conditions

Wed, May 31, 2023 15:24
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London’s various e-bike share schemes – a user’s eye view

Putting Dott, Lime, Tier and Human Forest to the test around the capital

Thu, May 18, 2023 07:36
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Who are London’s cyclists? We take a look at what they ride and how they dress – and whether they wear a helmet

It turns out that most of the people we saw are happy riding in everyday clothes – and without a helmet

Wed, May 10, 2023 16:36
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Tips for beginner mountain bikers – MTB hacks to make you faster and confident on the bike

Everything you need to know about starting out mountain biking

Thu, May 04, 2023 08:37
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Trail mountain biking – everything you need to know

Trail mountain biking eschews the competitive side of the sport, favouring fun and enjoyment on the trails

Wed, Apr 19, 2023 11:00
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10 reasons why you need to ride the SPAR Swiss Epic

Treat yourself and a friend to five days of epic mountain biking in the Swiss Alps - enter the 2023 SPAR Swiss Epic today

Wed, Apr 12, 2023 14:36
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How hard is it to train like a pro cyclist? Spending a week riding like an elite

We convinced Jamie to see if he could hack a week of elite-level training. Time to watch him suffer!

Wed, Mar 08, 2023 16:29
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Dirty Classics: Road racing’s other off-road epics

The white gravel roads of Tuscany take centre stage this weekend at the so-called ‘sixth monument’, Strade Bianche. But what other pre-gravel rough and ready races have captured the roadie imagination over the decades?

Sat, Mar 04, 2023 11:52
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How to ride switchbacks

Everything you need to know about mastering switchbacks up or downhill

Wed, Mar 01, 2023 11:17
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Why is Dan Walker’s claim that a bike helmet saved his life so controversial?

“Don’t be a helmet, wear a helmet,” says the presenter – but what’s the evidence behind the slogan?

Sun, Feb 26, 2023 11:48
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Hitting 100kph on a bike — what does it take to break this elusive cycling speed barrier?

Is it possible for anyone to smash 100kph/62mph on a humble road bike riding down a suitable descent? We took to a long, well-surfaced and quiet road to find out...

Thu, Feb 16, 2023 10:38
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2023 UK gravel events – the best off-road races of the year

Get your calendar out and start penciling these in...

Fri, Feb 10, 2023 09:00
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Not giving up — why a camera cyclist driven off social media by abuse won’t stop reporting dangerous motorists

“Reducing the amount of carnage on our roads is too important a cause to walk away from,” says Deacon Thurston, who deleted his Twitter and YouTube accounts after a targeted harassment campaign

Thu, Feb 09, 2023 17:30
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Zwift is “the most inaccessible app out there” claim visually impaired cyclists — but when will Zwift fix it?

Despite the rapid progression of virtual cycling platforms in recent years, none of them currently offer tech such as audio cues in place of visual ones in all scenarios for cyclists with visual impairments. What is Zwift doing about it?

Fri, Feb 03, 2023 12:34
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Swytch Electric Ride Guide: Newcastle centre and Tynemouth – city cycling alongside the Tyne

Newcastle's unique city centre and river explored by Swytch-converted Brompton

Tue, Jan 31, 2023 12:49
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What is a hybrid bike? Everything you need to know about the UK’s best-selling bike type

With fatter tyres than a road bike and a less heavy-duty build than a mountain bike, hybrids are ideal for everyday riding in a lot of situations

Wed, Jan 11, 2023 18:09
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Coffee & ride with komoot: Simon’s Spritz cycle on the Venetian Lagoon Sponsored

Four Ferries and a Bike Ride makes for a memorable day trip from La Serenissima

Fri, Jan 06, 2023 18:27
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Taking on the new North Downs Way Riders’ Route by bike

Our VecchioJo rides the recently completed North Downs Way Riders' Route, a 246km, fully rideable jaunt from Farnham to Dover

Thu, Dec 29, 2022 18:44
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Best of the road.cc live blog 2022: Terrible cycling takes, laughable cycle lanes, Highway Code changes, monster climbs, mechanical mishaps, pineapple pizzas + much more

A year's worth of live blog entertainment, scandal and debate in one place...

Thu, Dec 29, 2022 15:28
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