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Clever component upgrades for kids bikes

Kids are much more trend and fashion-aware than they're given credit for. Parents know that kids love personalisation, especially regarding their bikes.

Wed, Nov 20, 2024 11:38
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The YT Industries Decoy SN, Stan’s Incredible Dart Tool, Pro’s aero gravel handlebar, Endura’s latest jacket and the Vittoria Mostro

This week's five cool things and the top stories of the week!

Fri, Nov 15, 2024 13:00
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Polartec Power Shield – the ultimate cycling fabrics for winter rides

We take an in-depth look at the science behind Polartec’s ultra-weatherproof Power Shield family of fabrics with the help of Polartec’s Global Product Director Michael Cattanach, and round-up some of the best garments on the market that put it to use.

Wed, Nov 13, 2024 11:02
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Five ways to get faster off-road using a power meter

You can only get so far without training with a power meter. In this article, we’ll list how a power meter will boost your performance for off-road riding.

Tue, Nov 12, 2024 11:00
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Softride: extraordinary suspension tech that never stuck

Beam bikes designed to smooth the ride gained ground in the 1990s, but here’s why they’re not due a comeback anytime soon

Sun, Nov 10, 2024 21:46
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The Lauf Elja, PNW’s Loam Stem, locks from OnGuard, bearings from Enduro Bearings and our very own Ciovita kit

Five Cool Things is back – and we've got some seriously cool kit to show off.

Fri, Nov 08, 2024 11:00
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What will a complete indoor riding novice make of the latest tech? We got road.cc’s co-founder Tony to try a virtual cycling app for the first time

Indoor cycling has been revolutionised in the last decade... but what if you never started in the first place? We set our highly sceptical colleague up on Rouvy to see if we could change his mind

Thu, Nov 07, 2024 17:00
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Is more hub engagement always better? Know your road bike wheels and find out what really makes a good freehub

If you thought that wheels with more hub engagement were simply better... well they can be, but it's not as simple as that. Let's deep dive into road bike freehub technology....

Wed, Nov 06, 2024 17:05
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Why aren’t more all-road bikes like Pinarello’s Dogma K8-S?

Check out the bike that Team Sky’s Ian Stannard rode to the Paris-Roubaix podium back in 2016, complete with a rear suspension system to smooth over the cobbles

Sun, Nov 03, 2024 21:45
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Introducing the Gloria All World — the titanium travel bike with a packable frame that you can take anywhere

We speak to Gloria Cycling founder Carlos Ramirez about his unique All World model: a titanium bike that has all the benefits of one of the brand's All Road road bikes, but which can be transported in a travel suitcase

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 11:47
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ABS MTB Brakes – everything you need to know

Should you be riding ABS brakes on your mountain bike?

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 08:46
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ABS MTB Brakes – everything you need to know

Should you be riding ABS brakes on your mountain bike?

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 08:43
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“F*** the UCI” — We take a look at the National Hill Climb Championship-winning bikes as rim brakes and 1x dominate

We take a closer look at the gravity-defying bikes that contributed to Illi Gardner and Harry MacFarlane's success, including one that also happened to be the first bike ever reviewed on road.cc

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 17:26
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road.cc front bike lights Beam Test 2024/25 — our big Beam Comparison Engine is live to help you choose the best front light for your riding

The clocks have gone back, so we've added another 35 lights to the road.cc Beam Comparison Engine. Compare the output, beam shape and strength to help you pick the right bike light for you

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 14:34
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Check out Mavic Zap, the first electronic shifting from 30 years ago

Electronic shifting rules the roost these days but let’s look back at the earliest designs…

Sun, Oct 27, 2024 21:45
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E-bike tech – what to expect in the future

. E-bike tech - what to expect in the future Lance Branquinho|Oct 27 2024|Feature freestar banner More Features 2023 haibike allmtn2 hero 1.jpg How much do e-bikes cost to maintain long-term? Everything you need to know about e-MTB cost of ownership a

Sun, Oct 27, 2024 13:27
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E-bike tech – what to expect in the future

The biggest revolution in mountain bikes has been the e-bike and we’re only getting started. Here’s are our predictions.

Sun, Oct 27, 2024 09:00
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e-MTB items you never knew you needed

Our list of e-MTB-specific products that'll make life on the bike easier.

Sat, Oct 26, 2024 11:00
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Do electric mountain bikes have gears?

Why e-bikes have gears – but not gearboxes?

Fri, Oct 25, 2024 12:00
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e-Bike innovations – how e-MTB has driven the plug-in revolution

Bicycle design is both mature and ever-evolving. Despite more than a century of innovation, new trends keep happening, especially in off-road cycling.

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 13:00
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How to store an e-MTB – storage solutions and best practices

As well as charging advice, battery maintenance and safety tips.

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 09:00
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How to clean an e-MTB – everything you need to know

With a motor and battery, e-MTBs require a little extra care. Here's everything you need to know about washing your electric mountain bike.

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 13:00
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Welcome to Electric Week – a celebration of the e-MTB

Off.road.cc plugs in ​​​​​​for a week of electric tech, news, features and more.

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 08:04
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The anatomy of an e-bike

Everything you need to know about the e-bike alphabet and what it all means

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 14:36
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Pivot Shuttle LT Pro XO first ride review

Pivot has updated its long-travel e-MTB with Bosch's Performance Race CX motor.

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 13:30
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The anatomy of an e-bike

Everything you need to know about the e-bike alphabet and what it all means.

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 08:00
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How much do e-bikes cost to maintain long-term?

Everything you need to know about e-MTB cost of ownership and maintenance.

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 12:30
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How strong are Chinese carbon road bike wheels, and why are they so much cheaper?

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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Do electric mountain bikes have gears?

Why e-bikes have gears – but not gearboxes?

Tue, Oct 15, 2024 12:34
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C-Bear’s ceramic bottom bracket, Muc-Off’s e-MTB drivetrain tool, tyres from Kenda, winter kit from Scott and Greg Minnaar’s signature gloves

All this and the best stories of the week.

Fri, Oct 11, 2024 10:00
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