Riding

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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Canyon Spectral:ONfly CLLCTV first ride review

The Spectral gets the :ONfly treatment and a TQ motor - here are our first impressions.

Thu, Sep 12, 2024 09:00
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There’s a new fastest time up Box Hill — but what’s the world’s hardest Strava KOM to add to your collection?

From local favourites to the most famous climbs of the Tour de France, just how fast would you have to ride to bag a legendary KOM?

Tue, Sep 03, 2024 16:21
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Is racing an e-MTB easier? – Racing the Cannondale Moterra SL e-bike at Ard Rock

We teamed up with Cannondale to answer that question.

Tue, Sep 03, 2024 09:00
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2024 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships 2024 – how the races were won

The ultimate race recap covering all disciplines from the entire UCI MTB World Championship weekend.

Mon, Sep 02, 2024 08:40
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Have ‘climbing bikes’ had their day? An aero vs lightweight road bike efficiency test Sponsored

Aero road bikes have come a long way in recent years, but are they compromising your performance more than you think? To find out, we put Orbea's latest top road bikes, the Orca and the Orca Aero, through some tests

Wed, Aug 28, 2024 16:18
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How long can Jamie (and his mum) ride at the same speed as Remco Evenepoel? Trying to keep pace with an Olympic and world champion cyclist

A survey recently shown that 6% of ambitious Brits reckon they could qualify for the 2028 Olympic Road Race, so me (and my mum) set out to see if they're right. We're not even going to need a spoiler alert

Fri, Aug 23, 2024 09:40
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Preview: 2024 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships

Mountain Biking heads to Andorra next week for the 2024 UCI Mountain Bike World Championships.

Mon, Aug 19, 2024 13:00
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Is it OK to never use the drops on your road bike?

Does it matter if you rarely use your drops? What if riding on the hoods is just more comfortable? We asked a pro bike fitter if not using your drops is really that much of an issue

Sun, Aug 18, 2024 11:00
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10 Reasons why you should enter a gravel event in 2024 Sponsored

We went to the Gravel Rocks event, organised by Focal Events, to see why gravel events are becoming so popular

Mon, Jul 29, 2024 20:32
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2024 Olympic XCO race recap: Tom Pidcock and Pauline Ferrand-Prevot take home gold

The Pinarello duo show both a dominant race and one of the most dramatic Olympic XCO races we've seen.

Mon, Jul 29, 2024 15:01
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How important is pedalling technique? Here’s why a top Tour de France bike fitter think it’s essential

Find out why one of the world’s leading bike fitters is on a mission to perfect the art of pedalling, and how this could help you in the future

Fri, Jul 19, 2024 13:48
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Bikepacking through Wales – The Wales Divide

Reversing the Welsh portion of the GB Divide, this ride starts in Wrexham and finishes in the Forest of Dean.

Tue, Jul 16, 2024 13:00
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Bikepacking through Wales – The Wales Divide

Reversing the Welsh portion of the GB Divide, this ride starts in Wrexham and finishes in the Forest of Dean.

Tue, Jul 16, 2024 12:00
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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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Are cross-country bikes the new quiver killers?

Tech editor Liam reckons that cross-country bikes are severely underestimated.

Wed, Jun 19, 2024 13:00
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Cyclists riding through town centre threatened with £1,000 fines and told they “don’t pay road tax” as “cowboy” wardens accused of “running amok” – but council orders staff to stop fining cyclists

The wardens’ targeted (and allegedly misguided) approach towards cyclists has resulted in 62 fines this year and discouraged people from riding their bikes – but the council now says staff should simply warn locals if they’re cycling in no-cycle zones

Tue, Jun 18, 2024 16:45
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Is 2024 the year when indoor cycling isn’t just for winter? The case for hitting the turbo trainer year-round Sponsored

Turbo training indoors has revolutionised winter training. Is it time we used it more in summer too?

Sat, Jun 15, 2024 13:00
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Can the Van Rysel RCR Pro become one of the most successful bikes on cycling’s WorldTour? The story behind 2024’s most talked about road bike Sponsored

We go behind the scenes at Van Rysel to see what went into developing arguably the most exciting road racing bike released this year

Fri, Jun 14, 2024 14:21
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FNLD GRVL 2024 race preview

High-speed groads expected for the main 177km Midnight Sun route.

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 07:46
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How to clean your bike chain: a good way, a better way and the ultimate way to save watts and money

A clean bike chain can prolong the life of expensive components and make you faster. Here's the good, the better and the ultimate way to complete this most common of bike maintenance tasks

Tue, Jun 11, 2024 16:04
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First ride: ADO Air Carbon

ADO's belt-driven folding e-bike has shed a few kilos thanks to a new carbon frame

Wed, Jun 05, 2024 08:53
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Get to know BKOOL — the great value cycling simulator that allows you to relive the whole Giro d’Italia virtually Sponsored

Want to feel what it was like to race the 2024 Giro? Or in a track cycling event? Or in exotic locations around the world? The BKOOL cycling simulator gives you all this – and a lot more – for a fraction of the price of other virtual cycling platforms

Fri, May 31, 2024 09:15
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How to avoid saddle pain and get comfortable on the bike — top tips for more pleasant pedalling, and why your seat itself might not be the problem

Suffering with a sore behind? Here's all the in-depth advice you need from the experts to help diagnose and solve your saddle issues, and make your riding a lot more comfortable

Thu, May 23, 2024 16:00
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Everything you need to know about bike pedals: from clipless to flat pedals and everything in between

Do you ride on the road, for leisure or prefer hitting the gravel tracks and trails? Whatever type of riding you do, find out which pedal type is ideal for you

Fri, May 17, 2024 12:58
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What’s the fastest way to commute by bike on a budget? The sub-£500 DIY e-bike vs acoustic bike challenge Sponsored

A £500 budget, a 16-mile commute and the promise of a pint... let the race begin!

Fri, May 17, 2024 11:07
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Why do my feet hurt when cycling and how can I solve it?

Suffering from hurty feet on the bike? Here are some top tips to alleviate foot pain from a bike fitter

Thu, May 09, 2024 14:34
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Six of the best cycling holiday destinations in Europe — plan your next epic trip and ride the routes virtually before you go Sponsored

Can't decide where to take you and your bike this summer? Here are our top recommendations for the very best places to ride your bike in Europe

Thu, May 09, 2024 10:22
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Staff Bikes: Can Dave’s Lauf Úthald make a monster 600km ride good fun? Sponsored

road.cc co-founder Dave has a new ultra-endurance challenge... or more precisely, some unfinished business. Let's take a tour around the bike he's chosen to (attempt to) complete it on

Wed, May 08, 2024 16:00
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Life Time Grand Prix – everything you need to know about the series with the biggest purse in off-road racing

If you follow international off-road bike racing, you’ve probably heard of the Life Time Grand Prix – but what’s it all about?

Tue, May 07, 2024 08:32
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