Tech

Look 795 Blade RS: speed, stiffness, and versatility – first impressions from the road

Check out this top-tier race bike that’s designed to balance aerodynamics with efficiency and a low weight

Sun, Mar 23, 2025 21:45
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POC’s new Cularis helmet, Leatt’s lightweight pedals, Guava’s Spot gravel bike, glasses from Smith and a drop handlebar from SQlab

As well as this week's best stories.

Fri, Mar 21, 2025 12:30
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A pro bike fitter’s top 10 cycling products to make you faster and more comfortable on the bike (and one of them is free)

Starting with a budget of £0, all of these tweaks could change your cycling for the better

Thu, Mar 20, 2025 13:46
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Bike check: Lukas Baum’s 2025 Cape Epic Orbea Oiz

We take a look at Lukas Baums 2025 Cape Epic race machine.

Thu, Mar 20, 2025 10:30
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Bike check: Lukas Baum’s 2025 Cape Epic Orbea Oiz

We take a look at Lukas Baums 2025 Cape Epic race machine.

Thu, Mar 20, 2025 10:23
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Why the aero road bike is making a comeback

A few years ago, it looked like the ‘one bike to rule them all’ approach was going to take over the road market, but the trend for aero-specific bikes has had a new lease of life in the pro peloton, so what does that mean for you?

Mon, Mar 17, 2025 12:50
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2025 Absa Cape Epic Prologue – Gallery

A selection of tech from day one of the toughest mountain bike stage race on Earth.

Mon, Mar 17, 2025 10:31
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Where’s the seat tube? Urwahn updates Softride 3D-printed steel frames with “groundbreaking” technology

Urban and gravel models are available in a design that “elastically suspends the rear wheel and guarantees noticeable ride comfort"

Sun, Mar 16, 2025 21:45
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How accurate is Strava estimated power? Comparing Strava watts with ‘real’ watts from a power meter

Is Strava's estimated power feature really a worthy substitute for a power meter? Let's do some tests to find out

Fri, Mar 14, 2025 16:50
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Wheeltop’s £336 wireless drivetrain, Race Face’s Turbine pedals, brake pads from Sinter, Udog shoes and grips from SQlab

The five coolest things to come into the office alongside this week's top news.

Fri, Mar 14, 2025 13:00
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7 reasons why your bike doesn’t fit you, and the easiest ways to solve them

Are you struggling to get comfortable on the bike? Here's why you need to look at a lot more than just the size sticker

Tue, Mar 11, 2025 17:00
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How to set up tubeless tyres

The biggest and most cost-effective performance upgrade explained.

Mon, Mar 03, 2025 10:22
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Five Cool Things from Boardman, Birzman, Wahoo, Five Ten and RaceWare

The best post-CoreBike tech and this week's top stories.

Fri, Feb 28, 2025 12:45
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Winter bicycle maintenance: Essential tips for every cyclist

Winter riding poses its own set of maintenance challenges - here's how to battle them.

Tue, Feb 25, 2025 16:24
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CoreBike 2025 tech gallery – the best kit from the show

All the bikes and tech we spotted at the 2025 CoreBike show.

Mon, Feb 24, 2025 17:40
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CoreBike 2025 tech gallery – the best kit from the show

All the bikes and tech we spotted at the 2025 CoreBike show.

Mon, Feb 24, 2025 09:00
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Will the radical Morpheus Reppit change the direction of aero road bike design?

Morpheus Bicycles introduces an aero road bike with a huge stack height aimed at increasing your speed by mimicking a time trial ride position

Sun, Feb 23, 2025 21:45
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Ways to protect your bike for winter

Ceramic coatings and caring for your bike in winter.

Sun, Feb 23, 2025 10:00
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How to service the hubs on your bike

When you start experiencing slight play from your wheels or a grinding noise when free-spinning by hand, it might be time for a hub bearing replacement.

Sat, Feb 22, 2025 10:00
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Cycling brands loved by the pros that you might not have heard of — carbon chainrings, custom parts, bespoke clothing + more as used by the world’s best

Sometimes pro cyclists can be quite pernickety, which means securing the services of more obscure brands and manufacturers beyond regular sponsors. Here's a selection used in the current pro peloton

Fri, Feb 21, 2025 17:00
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Bicycle chain wear – why it matters and how to prevent it

Everything you need to know about chain checkers, chain stretch and how to prolong the life of your mountain bike chain

Fri, Feb 21, 2025 12:49
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How to service your mountain bike fork

A step-by-step guide on the basic 50 hour service.

Fri, Feb 21, 2025 09:30
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How to bleed your MTB brakes – Shimano, Hope, TRP and Tektro tips

How to bleed your own Shimano style brakes with the right bleed kit and little bit of know-how.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 15:00
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Welcome to Home Mechanics’ Week – a seven-day DIY extravaganza

A week of learning new skills, tips and tricks and becoming a better home mechanic in the process.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 12:02
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How to clean your mountain bike – our top tips for keeping your bike spotless

Here is our guide on how to get the cleanest bike with the least effort

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 12:00
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How to bleed Shimano hydraulic disc brakes — restore the braking on your bike with this simple step-by-step guide

Keeping your hydraulic disc brakes working perfectly is straightforward enough...with a little know-how

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 11:00
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How to add sealant to your tyres

Top tips for keeping on top go your tubeless tyre sealant.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 09:30
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How to replace your pivot bearings

Everything you need to know about pivot bearings and how to replace them.

Wed, Feb 19, 2025 11:08
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How to service a headset and replace headset bearings

Headset servicing, cleaning and maintenance explained.

Wed, Feb 19, 2025 09:00
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How to change a bike inner tube — get back on the road quickly and efficiently, even with stubborn tyre and rim combos

Don't get stranded! Learn the most important bit of maintenance so you're all set when you really need to deploy your skills

Tue, Feb 18, 2025 17:00
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