Tech

E-MTB geometry explained: how weight and geometry affect your ride

We dissect the effects of weight and geometry in e-MTB design with help from some industry pros.

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 12:08
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Whatever happened to the eccentric Viks GT, a Lamborghini-inspired city bike from Estonia?

Almost every part of this seat tube-less bike was unusual... a bit too unusual to take off and become popular with the general public it seems

Sun, Apr 21, 2024 20:44
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Pinarello’s Dogma XC, Vittoria’s race tyres and more

We’ve got another week lined up with loads of tech news for you.

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 11:00
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The Orbea Laufey and YT Industries’ new knee pads

And it's been a tech-heavy week, so let's take a look back at the top stories.

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 13:00
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Are endurance bikes actually slower than road race bikes in the real world? We did a speed test to find out

Endurance bikes are the type of road bike most of us should be riding, so we're told nowadays... but aren't they a bit slow? Time for a light experiment

Thu, Apr 18, 2024 09:49
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Cycling hacks on a budget: our top everyday alternatives to expensive cycling kit

Want to upgrade your bike, kit or clothing but a little startled by the cost of it all? Here are some cheaper, everyday alternatives to spendy bike products to keep you riding for less

Wed, Apr 17, 2024 15:18
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Check out the 2014 GT Grade, the first purpose-built carbon gravel bike – complete with 28mm tyres!

Find out why this bike was so important in the gravel market, and how tech has changed over the past decade

Tue, Apr 16, 2024 20:45
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Cannondale and Mondraker’s fresh e-bikes, new forks from Fox and Marzocchi and more

It’s an embarrassment of riches if you’re looking for new tech this week.

Sat, Apr 13, 2024 12:00
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The Scott Addict Gravel, SDG’s Tellis V2 and more

Plus Wren's aero gravel handlebar and this week's top stories.

Fri, Apr 12, 2024 13:00
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8 upgrades I’ve made to my road bike to make it better than a new one

New bikes are expensive, so here are some tips on how to get that new bike feeling for much less

Thu, Apr 11, 2024 16:00
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The most expensive road bikes in the world — here are some of the priciest production bikes you can buy

Won the lottery? Here’s an indulgent selection of the most expensive production road bikes currently available, with the 'cheapest' now way north of the ten grand mark

Thu, Apr 11, 2024 13:00
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Are modern bikes really so much better? Comparing vintage vs new road bikes for ride quality, aero, weight, gearing + more

How much better is a road bike with an additional 24 years of technological progress behind it? We weigh up whether bikes are heading in the right direction, or if retro really does rule

Wed, Apr 10, 2024 11:38
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Your complete guide to waxing your chain: how to save watts and keep your chain clean for longer

Is waxing your chain cycling’s ultimate drivetrain solution? Here are all the benefits you can expect, along with the painless way to get started

Wed, Apr 10, 2024 11:00
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The Colnago C68 is every cyclist’s dream bike — find out how it’s made and what makes this Italian legend so special

Why is the Colnago C68 at the top of so many ultimate dream bike wishlists? We go behind the scenes at the Colnago factory to find some 'Magia'

Fri, Apr 05, 2024 12:10
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The new Specialized Recons and Quoc’s latest Gran Tourer XC Lace

Plus this week's top stories.

Fri, Apr 05, 2024 11:00
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Campagnolo launches its own power meter with a £2k price tag – we’ve got one and here’s our first impressions

Is the Campagnolo premium worth it in 2024? Luckily we've got our hands on a bike featuring the all-new power meter, Super Record groupset and Bora Ultra WTO wheels to judge for ourselves

Thu, Apr 04, 2024 12:00
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Bike check – Lukas Baum’s Orbea Oiz

Up close and personal with Lukas Baum's 2024 Cape Epic race bike.

Thu, Apr 04, 2024 08:34
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Is there a difference between road and mountain bike saddles?

Why road and mountain bike saddles look similar but are very different.

Wed, Apr 03, 2024 13:56
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Bike check – Ila Stow’s Cape Epic-conquering Liv Pique

A close encounter with Liv's third-generation Pique, the brand's flagship cross-country race bike.

Wed, Apr 03, 2024 08:46
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Check out the Colnago C40 Gold Limited Edition

Ridden to Paris-Roubaix victory in 1995, the C40 was one of the key bikes in the rise of carbon fibre – both in the pro peloton and beyond. Take a look at this very special version from 2000…

Tue, Apr 02, 2024 20:45
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Surly’s Bridge Club and Fizik’s Vento Proxy shoes

And a glance back at the best stories of the week.

Fri, Mar 29, 2024 12:00
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10 things you didn’t know your electronic groupset could do! How to get the most out of Shimano Di2 and SRAM AXS

Want to maximise what you can do with your fancy new electronic groupset? Here are some tips and tricks you might not be familiar with

Wed, Mar 27, 2024 14:05
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Check out the Specialized Roubaix that Philippe Gilbert rode to Paris-Roubaix victory in 2019

Brand new at the time, this version of the Roubaix endurance bike came with Future Shock 2.0 suspension to take the sting out of the cobbles, but why was there an Allen key taped to the seatpost?

Tue, Mar 26, 2024 21:45
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Bike check: Mona Mitterwallner’s 2024 Cannondale Scalpel

We check out Mona's brand-new 2024 Cannondale Scalpel.

Tue, Mar 26, 2024 16:00
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Disc brake pads explained: Organic vs sintered vs semi metallic

Everything you need to know about best brake pads for you and how to replace them.

Mon, Mar 25, 2024 14:00
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Check out the stunning Memento Cycles Heart gravel bike that’s “a tribute to the LGBTQ community”

This innovative steel off-roader has a load of cool features along with a story to tell…

Sun, Mar 24, 2024 21:45
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Bike check: Matt Beers’ Specialized S-Works Epic 8

We go under the hood of the Specialized S-Works Epic 8 piloted by defending Cape Epic champion Matt Beers.

Fri, Mar 22, 2024 18:00
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Bike check: Matt Beers’ Specialized S-Works Epic 8

We go under the hood of the Specialized S-Works Epic 8 piloted by defending Cape Epic champion Matt Beers.

Fri, Mar 22, 2024 15:00
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The YT Industries Jeffsy and Michelin’s e-MTB tyres

And the top stories of the week.

Fri, Mar 22, 2024 13:00
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The future of going fast? Why live drag sensors might be cycling’s next big tech craze

Lidl-Trek riders have started using live streaming aero sensors, so does that mean the rest of us will soon be using them too? We've got our hands on one to judge for ourselves

Thu, Mar 21, 2024 17:02
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