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Is this the UK’s worst city for cycling? Riding around Belfast’s abysmal bike network (and why drivers should be cycling campaigners’ best friends) + Do cycling culture war stories harm the bike industry?

On this week’s podcast episode, we jump on the bike for a freezing wet tour of Belfast’s, ahem, variable cycling infrastructure, and take a deep dive into the state of the industry five years on from Covid (and why anti-cycling tabloid stories don’t help)

Fri, Mar 14, 2025 20:02
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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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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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Industry insider: MTB career insights with Dangerholm

Under an almost superhero like guise and title, Gustav Gullholm has mesmerised us with his amazing and artful two-wheeled creations in the past years.

Fri, Mar 07, 2025 12:53
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2025 Absa Cape Epic 2025 – how to watch, who to watch including all the stage details

The biggest mountain bike stage race on earth – the Absa Cape Epic, kicks off on 16 March. Here’s everything you need to know to follow the adventure.

Fri, Mar 07, 2025 09:32
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Why a gravel bike could be the only bike you need — the pros and cons of using a gravel bike as your only bike

Can a gravel bike cut it for commuting, running errands, training on the road and off it? Let's weigh up the cases for and against abandoning N+1 for a trusty fatter-tyred drop bar bike

Thu, Mar 06, 2025 18:30
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Training for your first MTB stage race and the importance of a power meter

You might pay to enter stage races, instead of being paid to race like a pro rider, but that doesn’t mean your training approach has to be any less scientific.

Tue, Mar 04, 2025 09:00
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Why use TORQ to fuel for a gravel event

Gravel racing has become the most engaging cycling event for riders who want an immersive drop bar adventure experience. If you love suffering and strategy, nothing compares to gravel bike racing.

Mon, Mar 03, 2025 10:45
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Estarli E28.X v E28.9 – which version’s right for you?

Automatic two-speed belt drive takes on powerful hub motor derailleur model with off-road features

Mon, Mar 03, 2025 09:18
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The easiest way to increase your average speed? Why riding harder on hills can be faster than keeping an even pace

Yes, there are caveats and other factors to consider, but our testing might surprise those of you who think even stevens is faster than varying your effort according to the incline

Fri, Feb 28, 2025 17:00
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: save up to 73% on SRAM components, over £2k off Ridley road bikes, 45% off Campagnolo wheels, up to 80% off Altura clothing + more

Take advantage of fantastic discounts on groupset components, cycling apparel, aero road bikes, wheels, and other cycling gear

Fri, Feb 28, 2025 12:00
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2025 UCI Gravel World Championships bite the dust – what next?

The 2025 UCI Gravel World Championship will not be happening as planned – what now, what does it mean?

Wed, Feb 26, 2025 16:00
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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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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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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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How to clean disc brakes on a bicycle

Everything you need to know about cleaning your bike's disc brakes.

Fri, Feb 21, 2025 10:00
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“Ineos tried to fit a square peg in a round hole”: Tom Pidcock’s new teammate Rory Townsend on how “maverick” Olympic champ has lifted Q36.5 and why transfer saga “stressed me more than my own contract”

On the latest episode of the road.cc Podcast, the former Irish champion discusses Pidcock’s Ineos exit and his instant impact on the in-form second-tier team, as well as his own bumpy path to the pro ranks and plans for 2025

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 14:46
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How to clean your bicycle chain

Everything you need to know about chain cleaning.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 13:25
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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 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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“The brake pad is the smallest part that a rider can change on their bike, but it can make a huge difference”: Sinter explain how they manufacture world-beating brake pads in Europe

We speak to the folk at Slovenian brake pad specialists Sinter about how they make the world’s best brake pads – right here in Europe – and why their unique smart brake pad bedding machine sets Sinter pads apart

Mon, Feb 17, 2025 14:48
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Check out the super-versatile Fairlight Secan

The last two road.cc writers who reviewed the steel Secan each ended up buying one, so what’s new with the latest version?

Sun, Feb 16, 2025 21:45
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: £1,000 Off Van Rysel and Cannondale bikes, carbon wheels for £590, big Contintenal GP5000 tyre discounts, up to 88% off Universal Colours cycling kit + more

In our latest deals round-up we've spotted discounts on bikes, wheels, tyres, apparel and loads more

Fri, Feb 14, 2025 11:00
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First ride: The Skarper e-bike conversion kit that’s backed by Sir Chris Hoy

We also spoke to Uri Meirovich, co-founder and COO of Skarper about the brand and where it's headed in 2025

Tue, Feb 11, 2025 11:40
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Aero bike vs aero position — why spending thousands on a new bike might be slower than sticking with your old one

We pit the latest Factor Ostro VAM aero bike against a decade-old climbing bike. The results might surprise you

Mon, Feb 10, 2025 10:50
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