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On and off the record with Kevin Vermaak – Cape Epic founder

With the new South African Gravel Burn stage race opening for entries next week, we speak with its creator, who also founded the Cape Epic – meet Kevin Vermaak.

Wed, Nov 27, 2024 10:09
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From Africa to the world: the rise of cycling apparel brand, Ciovita

How Ciovita, a small South African company, plans to grow its cycling apparel footprint in Europe and beyond.

Mon, Nov 25, 2024 13:12
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Cycling Christmas gifts we actually want: here’s what Dave and Jamie would spend their own money on

This list is anything but the same old cycling-themed tat! Here's what road.cc Jamie and Dave really really want for Christmas

Mon, Nov 25, 2024 12:23
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Check out Vincenzo Nibali’s Tour de France-winning Specialized Tarmac from 2014

With a change of bike sponsor imminent at Astana, along with the introduction of Peter Kennaugh and Alex Dowsett to the staff, let’s go back a decade to the last time it won the Tour with this one-off finish from Specialized

Sun, Nov 24, 2024 21:45
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Have I finally found out why I keep getting dropped? Why hydration is more important than you think for cycling performance

When it comes to getting the most out of yourself on the bike, knowing how salty you are can be a useful tool to unlocking your best efforts, as I was about to find out

Sat, Nov 23, 2024 13:00
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road.cc x Dealclincher early Black Friday deals — half price Campagnolo wheels, BOGOF Sungod shades, big S-Works shoe discounts + loads more

High-performance wheels, wearable tech, cycling clothing, accessories, and more. Here are some of the best early Black Friday deals we’ve spotted this week!

Fri, Nov 22, 2024 15:54
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Ride BKOOL’s official Giro d’Italia Virtual 2024 with Froome and Contador next Monday, November 25 at 17.30GMT

Take part in one of the greatest virtual cycling events ever as Chris Froome and Alberto Contador go head-to-head on BKOOL’s official Giro d’Italia simulator

Fri, Nov 22, 2024 10:15
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The Rider Firm is offering huge savings off Privateer and Cairn bikes and HUNT wheels in its Black Friday sale

Save up to 30% on HUNT wheels with smashing deals on Cairn and Privateer bikes this Black Friday.

Thu, Nov 21, 2024 13:17
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What is UDH and why does it matter?

How the UDH cured the MTB and gravel-hanger hangover.

Thu, Nov 21, 2024 13:15
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“The idea is to create a positive out of a negative”: Cancer My Arse’s Kev Griffiths on living with stage four cancer, Sir Chris Hoy, and why he’s encouraging everyone to ride out of the saddle for charity

Cyclist and charity campaigner Kev chats to the road.cc Podcast about his unique out-of-the-saddle fundraising challenge and his aim to change the public perception of terminal cancer through cycling

Fri, Nov 15, 2024 19:05
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road.cc x Dealclincher early Black Friday deals — mega discounts on Cycliq cameras, 47% off Campagnolo’s Super Record EPS, Specialized, Cannondale and Trek bike discounts & much more

Haven't you heard? Black Friday has come early this year... we've got loads more of the best deals spotted this week

Fri, Nov 15, 2024 16:06
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Polartec Power Shield – the ultimate cycling fabrics for winter rides

We take an in-depth look at the science behind Polartec’s ultra-weatherproof Power Shield family of fabrics with the help of Polartec’s Global Product Director Michael Cattanach, and round-up some of the best garments on the market that put it to use.

Wed, Nov 13, 2024 11:02
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Five ways to get faster off-road using a power meter

You can only get so far without training with a power meter. In this article, we’ll list how a power meter will boost your performance for off-road riding.

Tue, Nov 12, 2024 11:15
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From dust to tar: World XCO MTB Champ Alan Hatherly’s quest for WorldTour road success

South African XCO World Champion Alan Hatherly is taking the step from mountain bike World Cup racing to WorldTour road racing – is the way ahead for the sport?

Mon, Nov 11, 2024 10:00
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Softride: extraordinary suspension tech that never stuck

Beam bikes designed to smooth the ride gained ground in the 1990s, but here’s why they’re not due a comeback anytime soon

Sun, Nov 10, 2024 21:46
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road.cc Dealclincher takeover: Black Friday has come early with £24 Proviz jackets, 35% off Hunt wheels, amazing deals on BMC and Vitus bikes, 25% off Muc-Off, Shimano 105 Di2 for £800 & more…

With many brands starting Black Friday early, here's a selection of some of the best savings on kit, tech and more that we've spotted recently

Fri, Nov 08, 2024 16:20
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Cycle commuting? No sweat! Stay cool with an e-bike – even in full winter clothes

You may not associate winter with getting all hot and bothered – but just try riding your unassisted bike up a hill with all your waterproofs on

Fri, Nov 08, 2024 09:46
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What will a complete indoor riding novice make of the latest tech? We got road.cc’s co-founder Tony to try a virtual cycling app for the first time

Indoor cycling has been revolutionised in the last decade... but what if you never started in the first place? We set our highly sceptical colleague up on Rouvy to see if we could change his mind

Thu, Nov 07, 2024 17:00
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Is more hub engagement always better? Know your road bike wheels and find out what really makes a good freehub

If you thought that wheels with more hub engagement were simply better... well they can be, but it's not as simple as that. Let's deep dive into road bike freehub technology....

Wed, Nov 06, 2024 17:05
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How to look after your electric bike and battery in winter

Find out how to care for and store your e-bike when the temperature plummets

Wed, Nov 06, 2024 09:18
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Are all e-bike lights the same? Integrated, hardwired or standalone – what are your options?

A look at in-built lights and e-bike compatible lights versus conventional standalone bike lights

Tue, Nov 05, 2024 09:28
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8 tips for riding an e-bike through winter

Our guide to continuing to use your electric bike through the wind and the rain and the cold and the dark

Mon, Nov 04, 2024 12:07
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Why aren’t more all-road bikes like Pinarello’s Dogma K8-S?

Check out the bike that Team Sky’s Ian Stannard rode to the Paris-Roubaix podium back in 2016, complete with a rear suspension system to smooth over the cobbles

Sun, Nov 03, 2024 21:45
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“The Tour is the only race that matters. And that’s gone now”: Ned Boulting on the end of free-to-air Tour de France coverage in the UK and his “deep sense of loss”

“The Tour is going to go into a place where, in the UK media landscape, you normally find biathlon and hockey,” ITV’s lead cycling commentator told the road.cc Podcast

Fri, Nov 01, 2024 15:58
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Industry Insider – Cy Turner, Founder of Cotic Bikes

Ever thought about starting your own bike firm? We caught up with Cy Turner, who did exactly that just short of 20 years ago.

Fri, Nov 01, 2024 13:03
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