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Cycling with a little less stress: why you need to review your bike insurance this spring Sponsored

If you have lots of cycling planned for the warmer months, it’s good to have some peace of mind. Laka can give you a helping hand, with a team of cyclists who have your back

Mon, Apr 04, 2022 15:48
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True Grit – the origins of gravel riding

Is it a common misconception that gravel riding originated in the US?

Mon, Apr 04, 2022 08:00
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True Grit – the origins of gravel riding

Is it a common misconception that gravel riding originated in the US?

Sun, Apr 03, 2022 00:00
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Can you do an Everesting on no training? Trying to ride 8,848m of elevation in one day

Everesting is riding up and down one hill until you've climbed 8,848m. Anyone can give this massive challenge a go, find out if Liam succeeded...

Tue, Mar 29, 2022 12:09
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Man-made or natural; what’s your fancy?

Are you a pure “trail centre rider” or an old school “natural trail rider”? Or have you found that Zen-like balance between the two?

Sat, Mar 26, 2022 05:04
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Northern Vintage March 2022

Northern vintage: 10 of the best 20th century British bike builders from the North and Midlands

We're heading up north to reminisce about some classic British makers from the past, such as Rourke, Woodrup, Mercian and Henry Burton

Sun, Mar 20, 2022 12:00
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Check out Tadej Pogacar’s rim brake Colnago V3Rs

Two-time Tour de France winner used a lightweight rim brake bike to help secure victory in Tirreno-Adriatico

Tue, Mar 15, 2022 21:45
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Coffee & Ride with komoot: Mike’s Escape Route Cafe escape Sponsored

This 48km route incorporates one of Scotland's most popular cyclist-friendly cafes, and road.cc reviewer Mike Stead just happens to be a regular!

Tue, Mar 15, 2022 16:05
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Why are mountain bike cranks so long?

Are crank lengths too long, and why do mountain bikes have longer cranks than road bikes?

Tue, Mar 01, 2022 13:00
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Guide To US style gravel with komoot

Want to ride some US-style gravel in the UK? Check out this guide with some epic UK gravel routes Sponsored

Ok, so maybe vast desert plains is a bit too much to ask... but there are still plenty of places to ride gravel all around the UK! Check out these routes if you're a fan of the gritty stuff

Mon, Feb 28, 2022 17:40
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Discovering Rwanda on an epic bikepacking tour

Finley embarks on a journey of discovery along the gravel roads of Rwanda

Mon, Feb 28, 2022 05:12
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Coffee & Ride with komoot: Victor’s Spoke Cycles spin Sponsored

Get chatting with any cyclist in North London and Hertfordshire, and they’ve likely heard of Spoke Cycles CC. Here is Victor's favourite route that incorporates this tasty coffee stop

Sun, Feb 27, 2022 12:45
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The Lake District Trail Guide – South and Central

Here's the first of many trail guides covering the expansive Lake District

Sat, Feb 26, 2022 03:10
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Southern Steel: take a trip down memory lane with these classic 20th century bike builders from the South of England

Until the late 1980s, if you wanted an excellent bike then only a handbuilt steel beauty would suffice. Let's reminisce about 10 of the best from Southern England (and the West Midlands!)

Sun, Feb 20, 2022 12:00
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The Perfect Mix – why mixing off-road disciplines is the way to go

Steve explains why mixing your off-road disciplines is the new way to go

Sun, Feb 20, 2022 05:19
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Hacks and tips from a lifetime of travelling by bike

With a lifetime of bike travelling behind him, Steve Thomas has learned a thing or two when it comes to being minimally prepared.

Sun, Jan 30, 2022 02:31
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Guide To escaping london with komoot

Escape London! Here are some epic routes on komoot that take you out of the capital Sponsored

Live in London but itching to get out of it on your bike? Bradley Shenton tells us all about being a cyclist in the capital, plus there are some great routes included to download onto your komoot app

Fri, Jan 28, 2022 17:33
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Coffee & Ride with komoot: Brad’s Four Boroughs Bimble Sponsored

Our new series with komoot celebrates the two things a lot of cyclists love the most... cycling and coffee!

Tue, Jan 18, 2022 11:35
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18 Gravel events to attempt in 2022

Set yourself a gravel goal with one of these events

Tue, Jan 11, 2022 05:46
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8 Top tips for safe solo riding

Flying solo? Expert tips for keeping out of trouble

Sun, Jan 09, 2022 05:00
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The Festive 500 in one ride… cycling’s new Everesting?

Rapha's Festive 500 is a good way to evenly burn off those Christmas calories for most of us, but recently doing the lot in one ride has become a bit of a trend. Watch Brad take on the monster challenge

Fri, Jan 07, 2022 16:37
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Bikepacking kit on a budget Oct 2021

How to bikepack on a budget: complete bivvy kit under £100

Everything you need for an overnight adventure

Tue, Jan 04, 2022 06:51
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15 Things we wish we knew in the beginning: Ask the audience

What things did you wish you knew when you started riding?

Thu, Dec 30, 2021 12:41
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Best of the live blog 2021

Best of the live blog 2021: UK’s new steepest climb; Olympic controversy; Groin-BREAKING NEWS; Mr Loophole getting schooled; Cleat set-up from Hell; Jeremy Vine; Surrey traffic cops + all our live blog favourites

Check out all the top stories from a jam-packed 2021 on the road.cc live blog

Mon, Dec 27, 2021 12:00
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Top cycling hacks to save money this winter Dec 2022

Top cycling hacks to save money this winter — cheap alternatives to expensive bike products to keep you riding for less

Jaw drop when you see the price of something seemingly cycling-specific that you need? Don't tell, but there are some everyday products that can do pretty much the same job for way cheaper

Thu, Dec 23, 2021 15:31
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Sunset to Sunrise

The long summer ride's evil twin

Wed, Dec 22, 2021 15:02
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Dorset 330 – A Winter Bikepacking Adventure

Who says bikepacking is just for summer adventures?

Wed, Dec 15, 2021 11:00
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15 tips to complete the Rapha Festive 500 and knock off the kilometres with ease

Looking to make the most of the festive season for your fitness? Here’s how to smash Rapha’s Christmas challenge in the lead up to the new year

Tue, Dec 14, 2021 15:00
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Dorset 330 – A Winter Bikepacking Adventure

Who says bikepacking is just for summer adventures?

Fri, Dec 10, 2021 12:52
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road.cc’s favourite routes on komoot: Brad’s Great Escape from SE London to Kent Sponsored

This month we're back in the capital for our komoot route... but not for long, as Brad tells us about his favourite weekend jaunt through the Kent countryside with some refuelling stops on the way

Tue, Nov 30, 2021 17:47
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