Tech

16 highlights from La Passione’s new summer clothing range

Italian brand La Passione launches new women-specific and gravel clothing and updates existing lines

Fri, Jul 17, 2020 11:45
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Which gravel bike should I buy?

Got a bike or component conundrum? Our tech team is here to help. First up, a question on selecting a bike for gravel and the road

Wed, Jul 15, 2020 12:30
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Get in gear – 6 essentials every new road cyclist needs in their starter kit

All the key essentials every new cyclist needs in their starter kit, from a bike to jerseys and padded shorts

Tue, Jul 14, 2020 13:00
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Video: Bike maintenance Pt 1 – How to get your bike properly clean & lubed

A clean bike is a happy bike

Fri, Jul 10, 2020 13:00
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Video: Can a gravel bike do everything from road to MTB?

One bike for everything? We try and find out...

Sat, Jul 04, 2020 13:00
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How to fit a Chris King Press Fit bottom bracket

PressFit bottom brackets are designed to be simple to fit, here's how to do it...

Fri, Jun 26, 2020 13:00
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Should cyclists use daytime running lights? Plus the best front and rear daytime cycling lights

51% of road.cc readers surveyed said yes to using daytime cycling lights - do you agree? We speak to See.Sense, Exposure and Specialized about daytime cycling lights

Tue, Jun 23, 2020 19:00
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Great British bike brands made right here in the UK

A round up of those made and sold here in the UK for your biking pleasure

Mon, Jun 22, 2020 04:57
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The ultimate guide to frame materials: what’s best for bikes?

Pros and cons of carbon, steel, aluminium and titanium

Sun, Jun 21, 2020 04:31
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How to bleed SRAM hydraulic road disc brakes — find out how to fix spongy brakes

If your brakes aren't quite performing, they may need bleeding

Fri, Jun 19, 2020 13:00
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7 things you should check before every bike ride

Banish unexpected mechanical hassles by giving your bike a quick check over before every ride

Wed, Jun 17, 2020 13:00
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The mountain bike tech noone complains about any more

All the times the luddites have been proved wrong

Sat, Jun 13, 2020 02:52
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Side-pull brakes: find out how to fit them the easy way

Need new brakes? Here's a straighforward process to get them fitted to your bike

Fri, Jun 12, 2020 13:00
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12 ways that lockdown has changed cycling

The whole world has seen huge changes in 2020, and cycling has too - some for better, others not so much

Fri, Jun 12, 2020 10:46
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Bike gears: find out why bikes have so many, and the surprising way they’re measured

Learn how evolutionary biology and high-wheeler bikes led to double and triple chainrings and those puzzling gear inches

Mon, Jun 08, 2020 13:00
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How to trim hydraulic hoses — get them the right length in 14 easy steps

Hydraulic hoses too long? Tidy them up with a trim

Fri, Jun 05, 2020 13:00
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Why you need to switch to wider tyres on your road bike

If you’re still running 23mm tyres on your road bike, it could be time you made the jump to 25s, 28s or even wider

Tue, Jun 02, 2020 13:00
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How do you choose the right tubeless tyre pressure?

Advice from Hunt and Continental on getting your tubeless tyres set up just right

Sun, May 31, 2020 13:00
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No, longer mountain bike geometry isn’t a fad

Our Jon gets messianic about bike angles

Sun, May 31, 2020 05:16
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Front mech adjustment — get sweet shifting in 7 easy steps

Learn how to adjust your front derailleur with this simple guide

Fri, May 29, 2020 13:00
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Video: Should you buy a bike with 12-speed?

A look at the pros and cons with Campagnolo's Record 12-speed groupset

Wed, May 27, 2020 13:00
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Should you get tubeless tyres? Are they your best option?

If you've bought a bike recently it probably has tubeless-ready wheels. Should you buy tubeless tyres or are inner tubes the best choice?

Tue, May 26, 2020 13:00
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11 tools every home bike mechanic should own

The kids from off-road.cc share their toolbox essentials

Mon, May 25, 2020 19:00
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Should you buy ceramic bearings? Expert opinions polled

Ceramic bearings are said to offer reduced friction, lower weight and improved longevity. But are they worth the expense?

Sun, May 24, 2020 13:00
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Cycling snake oil: How to spot dodgy marketing claims

Poking holes in suspect stats

Sat, May 23, 2020 13:00
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Replacing a spoke: 8 easy steps to get a working wheel

Snapped a spoke? Here are the simple steps you need to get your bike back on the road

Fri, May 22, 2020 13:00
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Puncture prevention 101: learn how to swerve flats with these 11 top tricks

Banish flat tyres with the right equipment and riding techniques

Wed, May 20, 2020 13:00
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How to easily fit & remove through-axle wheels

Usually paired with disc brakes, through-axle wheels are increasingly common; here's how to use them

Fri, May 15, 2020 13:00
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5 sneaky bike marketing terms you shouldn’t trust

Think this lot sound impressive? They aren't.

Tue, May 05, 2020 13:00
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How to fit disc rotors: get fresh brake surfaces in 8 easy steps

Find out how to swap out worn or damaged 6-bolt and Center Lock rotors

Fri, May 01, 2020 13:00
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