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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2024/25: the best electric bikes

Whether you're after an e-bike for leisure, commuting, or even shifting heavy loads, find out which is best choice for you

Thu, Jan 16, 2025 12:00
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Winter cycling clothing – everything you need to stay warm

We list the best winter riding wardrobe essentials.

Wed, Jan 15, 2025 14:54
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The bikes of the men’s WorldTour 2025 — your definitive guide to what the top pro cycling teams are riding this year

With Campagnolo’s return, Colnago’s new aero bike and a debut from XDS Carbon-Tech, take a look at all the bikes and components being ridden at the top level of pro road racing this year

Wed, Jan 15, 2025 12:01
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The best cycling bargains: check out the road.cc Recommends Bargain Buys of the Year 2024/25

Save money with the best cycling bargains: check out the road.cc Recommends Bargain Buys of the Year 2024/25

Wed, Jan 15, 2025 12:00
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Are shorter MTB cranks really better?

We've been testing all the options to find out whether shorter cranks provide any benefits.

Wed, Jan 15, 2025 09:20
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Winter mountain biking 2025 – your guide to riding in the cold

Everything you need to know about winter mountain biking including tips on what to wear to get you through the grim months.

Tue, Jan 14, 2025 13:39
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Let’s reveal the road.cc Recommends Wheels of the Year 2024/25

It’s time to unveil the road and gravel wheels that have most impressed our team of reviewers over the past 12 months, from Enve, Roval, Fulcrum, Scribe, and more…

Tue, Jan 14, 2025 12:00
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Grip shift vs trigger shift – which is best for you?

In mountain biking, when you need to gear, it’s either twist-and-shift, or you hit the trigger. But which of these gear-shifting mechanisms are best for your riding style?

Mon, Jan 13, 2025 14:08
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Wake up Western bike wheel brands! Have Chinese carbon wheels now overtaken established brands factoring in performance and price?

Chinese carbon wheels have long been cheaper, but do they now offer as good (or even better) performance as well!? By digging into the details, we aimed to find out

Mon, Jan 13, 2025 13:08
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We unveil the road.cc Recommends Tyres of the Year 2024/25

Whether you’re after tyres for the road or gravel, check out the best we’ve reviewed over the past 12 months – from Vittoria, Michelin, Panaracer and more

Mon, Jan 13, 2025 12:00
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Check out the Cannondale Synapse Carbon Ultegra Disc – our 2014/15 Bike of the Year was a taste of things to come

With disc brakes, 28mm tyres, and a big focus on comfort, the Synapse was a glimpse into the future – and it offered a superb ride

Sun, Jan 12, 2025 21:45
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Is the cycling industry storm finally over? Why there may be fewer “disaster stories” in 2025 + Where did Adrian Chiles’ e-bike doc go wrong?

“It’s more tidal changes rather than a storm,” bike industry stalwart Rory Hitchens tells the road.cc Podcast, as we predict what lies ahead this year (and it’s more optimistic than you’d expect). Plus we dissect THAT Panorama special

Fri, Jan 10, 2025 19:02
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Why am I putting out more power on the hills than on flat roads? We speak to a bike fit expert and hit the indoor trainer to find out

If you train with power, do you find it easier to put out higher numbers grinding up an incline while struggling on flat roads, even on a virtual trainer? We needed some answers!

Fri, Jan 10, 2025 17:00
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road.cc Recommends Components of the Year 2024/25: The best groupsets, grips, saddles and more from the last 12 months

Each month we add the best components we've reviewed to road.cc Recommends, and now it’s time to reveal the best of the best from Shimano, SRAM, and more

Fri, Jan 10, 2025 12:00
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Has the cycling industry killed the cheap road bike? Where have all the cheap bikes gone?

Yes, there are plenty second-hand... but when it comes to new bikes, some prices have seemingly risen far greater than inflation and few brands now offer models below £1,000. Are the days of the brand new £500 road bike well and truly over?

Fri, Jan 10, 2025 10:18
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road.cc Recommends Cycle Clothing of the Year 2024/25: the best jackets, jerseys, tights, shorts, shoes & more

Check out the most impressive clothing that we’ve reviewed over the past year, from the likes of Castelli, Van Rysel, Gorewear, Bioracer…

Thu, Jan 09, 2025 12:00
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Are single-speeds sportier than you think? Tenways’ CGO600 Pro takes a tour of the Yorkshire WoldsAre single-speeds sportier than you think? Tenways’ CGO600 Pro takes a tour of the Yorkshire Wolds

Innovative belt drive technology e-bike is aimed at city use but can clearly do more

Wed, Jan 08, 2025 19:15
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Check out the road.cc Recommends Accessories of the Year 2024/25: the best tools, glasses, helmets, bags and loads more

Our pick of the best of the best cycling accessories that we’ve reviewed on road.cc over the past year

Wed, Jan 08, 2025 12:00
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Will self-heating cycling bib tights make overshoes obsolete? Castelli’s Steve Smith on the future of cycle clothing

Castelli's global brand manager talks us through cycle clothing's emerging trends and technology, and explains why cold hands and feet on the bike could soon be a thing of the past

Tue, Jan 07, 2025 17:55
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UCI unveils new Continental MTB Series with no Asian or African rounds

At the end of 2024, the UCI announced the launch of a new Continental MTB series, designed to offer aspiring World Cup racers the chance to qualify for the series – yet there are no rounds in Africa or Asia.

Tue, Jan 07, 2025 14:48
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Should the UCI’s 6.8kg bike weight limit finally be reduced? We weigh up the pros and cons

The 6.8kg or more rule has been in place for years, with safety originally cited as the primary reason... but bike tech has moved on a lot since. In this article, we look at the implications of scrapping the rule

Tue, Jan 07, 2025 10:40
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Mountain bike racing 2024 – a year in review

It would be fair to say that 2024 has been a corker of a year for mountain bike racing, and one laced with drama, too. We take a look back at the last season.

Mon, Jan 06, 2025 09:01
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Coming soon… the road.cc Recommends Awards 2025/26: we’ll reveal the very best bikes, components and accessories

Starting later this week, we’ll unveil a whole year’s worth of the very best cycling products. From superb bikes to the finest components and accessories and top-performing clothing, join us in our celebration of cycling excellence

Mon, Jan 06, 2025 09:00
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A new Cannondale, a wild gravel racer and aero bikes galore — the 10 bikes we’re most excited for in 2025

What road and gravel bikes are on your 2025 wishlist? Here's our top 10, plus some we've already managed to test ride

Fri, Jan 03, 2025 17:00
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: Save up to £1,500 on Pearson bikes, Adidas cycling shoes from £56, 20% off almost everything at Hunt, £150 off Zwift Ride with KICKR Core + more

New year, new deals! Take advantage of great discounts on bikes, clothing and accessories to keep you going in the winter months

Fri, Jan 03, 2025 09:48
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