Tech

We don’t need fancy new, shiny bike kit every year

The latest and greatest, the fastest, the brassiest bling... we all need it to be real cyclists, and to be just like those shiny happy, perfect riders in the ads. Right?

Fri, Sep 19, 2025 14:00
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Stance width and Q-factor may not be the most crucial bike fit measurements: but consistency and familiarity are key

As there's very little research out there on Q-factor and stance width, both remain something of a bike fit mystery. With Favero's new Assioma PRO RS pedals, you can now be sure that your power meter won't affect these measurements at all

Fri, Sep 19, 2025 09:25
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How much faster are deep carbon wheels? We test whether deeper really is faster, and explore which rim depth is best for your riding

Much is made of wind tunnel and CFD tests when proclaiming a certain wheel, bike or aero product as the 'fastest' - but real-world testing plays an important part in deciding if deep-section wheels actually suit you and your riding style

Wed, Sep 17, 2025 15:04
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What’s watt: A beginner’s guide to e- bike motors

Hub motor v mid-motor, torque v watts? What is an e‑bike motor and what does it do?

Wed, Sep 17, 2025 09:41
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AeroCoach spent 20 months perfecting its new Thunderbolt and Bolt Trispoke aero wheels

Optimised to use modern wider tyres, it's safe to assume these new wheels will be lightning fast when paired with a suitable rider

Tue, Sep 16, 2025 15:25
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Check out the very first Brompton folding bike

It’s Commuting Week here on road.cc, and when you think of commuting by bike, you think of Brompton – so let’s look back at the first-ever version of this classic folding bike

Sun, Sep 14, 2025 20:45
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Another e-mountain bike that ditches Shimano for Bosch: Yeti LTe T4 Race first ride review

Yeti has updated its flagship e-MTB, and we got a spin on it ahead of launch

Fri, Sep 12, 2025 12:47
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You don’t need fancy kit to cycle to work: here’s how to commute by bike on the cheap, and when it’s best to invest

It might be tempting to splurge on the latest kit for your cycle commute, but you don't need to remortgage your house for an efficient and comfortable ride

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 14:00
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Altura’s new Nightvision range is better and brighter than ever – find out more about the quality after-dark kit that has been keeping cyclists visible for decades

We speak to Altura’s Ian Young about the brand’s popular Nightvision high-visibility clothing and find out how the 2025 range is better than ever

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 12:15
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Cycling workshop hacks on a budget: from pound shop hairbrushes to turning old towels into cleaning rags, here are our top cheapskate bike maintenance tips

Reuse, recycle and reduce. Here are some tips that could save you some money on bike tools, cleaning products and more, while still looking after your bike just as well

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 11:06
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How to use AI the smart way on your bike rides — we take a look at Ravemen’s range, and find out why AI-powered bike lights are the way forward

Bike light technology has never been so adaptable, and the latest offerings from Ravemen are testament to that. We deep dive into the brand's history, product line-up, and what's next for this burgeoning bike tech company

Mon, Sep 08, 2025 13:02
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Check out Geraint Thomas’ dragon-emblazoned Tour of Britain Pinarello Dogma F

The Welsh Tour de France winner ended his incredible race career today, and here’s the bike he was riding

Sun, Sep 07, 2025 20:45
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Has Hope managed to make its brakes even better? Plus more from RockShox, Ass Savers, Leatt and Funn

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

Sat, Sep 06, 2025 09:00
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With just one application of Muc-Off’s Ceramic Protection, your bike will shine and repel dirt and grime for up to two years

Muc-Off’s easy-to-apply unique Ceramic Coating treatment promises to make mud and muck slip-slide off your bike – and it seriously lasts!

Fri, Sep 05, 2025 13:56
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An ode to internal cable routing…

Our Liam loves internal cable routing so much, he's written a little love letter

Fri, Sep 05, 2025 13:00
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“Why worry about your wheels when you could be going really fast instead?”: Amy Henchoz explains her prototype Carbon Wasp XC bike with mix-and-match wheels and super light frame

Carbon Wasp seems to be working on something very light, and it seems to be working well for Henchoz

Fri, Sep 05, 2025 09:00
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Die-cast in seconds: check out the magnesium Kirk Precision

Hyped as strong, light and computer-designed, the radical Kirk Precision bikes stood out in the 1980s and early 90s – but their short-lived run left behind a cult classic that still turns heads today…

Sun, Aug 31, 2025 20:45
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Is China ready to take over the cycling industry? We chat to Chinese bike brand Yoeleo about challenging the old guard, changing Western perceptions, and “pushing the limits”

As well as your usual cycling chit-chat to kick things off, Ryan sits down for a fascinating chat with Yoeleo's marketing manager about China's role in the current bike industry, and what's in store for the future

Fri, Aug 29, 2025 07:15
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Finding the right cycling shoes for your wide feet

The knowledge you need to cycle comfortably with wide feet: how wide is wide? Foot volume explained. Let’s talk about your bunion… and more

Thu, Aug 28, 2025 11:00
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What tech can actually make you a better cyclist? We asked two top coaches what really works and what you should swerve to improve your performance

With so much cycling tech on the market, it's hard to know what is actually worth your money and will help you to improve. We spoke to two coaches to find out which upgrades and gadgets they think will really make a difference on the bike

Wed, Aug 27, 2025 09:55
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Is Strava still worth paying for? As the price of cycling continues to rise and rise, we weigh up the pros and cons of Strava’s Premium tier

Liam looks at the value of Strava Premium as he tries to reduce his expenditure on subscriptions

Tue, Aug 26, 2025 15:00
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The last time a Brit won the Vuelta: check out Simon Yates’ Scott Addict RC from 2018

As the 2025 Vuelta a España gets underway, we look back at the bike that Simon Yates rode to victory seven years ago – complete with rim brakes and 25mm tubs

Sun, Aug 24, 2025 20:45
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5 EASY Tips For Filming Cycling

We use Insta360's new Go Ultra action camera to help you level up your social media cycling videos

Fri, Aug 22, 2025 13:45
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Why are people riding drop handlebars on mountain bikes?: Cory Wallace on the realities of drop bar off-road riding

We catch up with multiple 24-Hour MTB World Champion Cory Wallace, a veteran of both dropped and flat bars at Leadville and elsewhere, to hear his thoughts and experiences on riding both in off-road race anger.

Thu, Aug 21, 2025 14:29
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“Designed, engineered, and made in the UK. Properly.” Take a look at Field Cycles’ multi-material prototype

Due for release in 2026, this new design – combining carbon, titanium and stainless steel – is set to turn heads

Sun, Aug 17, 2025 20:45
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How to design a race-winning road bike — Ribble’s Head of Product Jamie Burrow reveals all about the new ULTRA-RACE

Learn more about the detailed processes behind the design of the race-winning ULTRA-RACE road bike

Thu, Aug 14, 2025 09:47
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Folding money: Are lightweight folding e-bikes about to become far more affordable?

Recent launches hint that we may be entering an era of game-changingly light and yet still affordable e-bikes

Tue, Aug 12, 2025 13:33
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Dressing the pros at the Tour de France — how Gobik supplies its team riders with cutting edge kit for the world’s biggest bike races

Gobik’s product development specialist, Inma Hernández, talks through the clothing supplied to team riders during the 2025 Tour de France

Mon, Aug 11, 2025 15:26
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What on earth is going on with these pedals? Outlier’s Void pedals, Trek’s new Fuel+ and more from Canyon, Galfer and Madison

Rammed with bikes and more pedals, here's this week's Five Cool Things

Mon, Aug 11, 2025 08:01
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We need to talk about that head tube! Check out this steel Olmo track bike from the 1980s

If you want something gloriously extreme, this skinny-tubed fixie could be for you

Sun, Aug 10, 2025 20:45
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