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Gravel bike setup – everything you need to know

All the essential information for setting up your first gravel bike

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 15:32

road.cc Recommends updated with 9 products including the Specialized SL8, Ribble CGR SL, Campagnolo Super Record Wireless + more

The scores on the doors are in for our last road.cc Recommends update before we kick off our awards season. Here are all the very best things we reviewed in December

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 15:02

2024 Bike at Bedtime Pinarello Dogma F10 X-light Geraint Thomas 2018 Tour de France – 1

As he rides his final Tour de France, let’s take a look back at Geraint Thomas’s 2018 Tour-winning Pinarello Dogma F10 X-Light

Take a look at the lightweight bike that G rode to victory in the 2018 Tour, painted yellow for the final stage to celebrate his win

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 21:45

What’s in store for cycling in 2024? road.cc shares some two-wheeled prophecies for the year ahead (which may or may not be completely rubbish)

Who’s going to win the Tour de France? What will the next revolutionary tech innovation be? And will a general election usher in a new era for active travel? We go crystal ball gazing…

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 18:00

An ode to Breaking Away: The film that inspired a generation of young cyclists

Released in 1979 and still poignant to many of us, Breaking Away captivated and inspired many budding cyclists of the era

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 16:05

How much rest do I need between rides Dec 2023

How much rest do I need between rides? Avoid overtraining and become a fitter, faster cyclist

Rest is where your body adapts from the training you've done, but what’s the optimum recovery time to maximise those adaptations, and what techniques can help you to adapt?

Thu, Dec 28, 2023 12:00

When cycling hits the big screen Dec 2023

When cycling hits the big screen — classic and cringeworthy cycling scenes from the movies

With both terrific and tragic films on repeat throughout the festive season in equal measure, here we round up a dozen memorable cycling scenes from otherwise non-cycling films

Thu, Dec 21, 2023 18:00

What is an open mould bike frame?

Find out all you need to know about buying a bike with a generic design (i.e. open mould) and whether it's better to spend more on a brand-exclusive model

Thu, Dec 21, 2023 11:08

How Zwift can make your outdoor rides better

Enjoy your outdoor rides more and flatten those hills with an efficient indoor training plan

Wed, Dec 20, 2023 17:30

2023 December 19 Bike at Bedtime Sagan 2018 Specialized S-Works Roubaix – 1

Check out Peter Sagan’s 2018 Specialized S-Works Roubaix

The three-time world champion – who just bowed out of his ultra-successful road racing career – won over the Paris-Roubaix cobbles with disc brakes and mechanical Shimano Dura-Ace components

Tue, Dec 19, 2023 21:45

Cycling tech innovations that never took off Dec 2023 – v2

Cycling tech innovations that never took off: Bright ideas consigned to the cycling scrapheap, from Spinaci bars to shoe-based power meters

These creations were all meant to be game changers, and seemed wonderful on paper. And maybe that’s where some of them should have stayed…

Tue, Dec 19, 2023 17:06

What’s the difference between a hub motor and a mid-motor on an e-bike?

Which kind of e-bike motor would suit you best? We outline the pros and cons

Mon, Dec 18, 2023 16:45

Wearing earphones while cycling — is it allowed? What does the Highway Code say?

The earphones safety discussion is back in the spotlight, but what does the law say?

Sun, Dec 17, 2023 12:44

Find out everything you need to know about JOIN, the new smart training app for real world cyclists

For riders who want training schedules that react to the realities of daily life, smart coaching app JOIN promises to keep you smiling in the saddle

Fri, Dec 15, 2023 14:21

First ride: Terravision Touring

New e-bike from Golden Ride is geared towards short commutes or trips across town

Fri, Dec 15, 2023 13:15

Cycling and sustainability: What the bike industry is doing, and what you can do to further reduce your carbon footprint as a cyclist

By choosing to cycle for transport, you've already taken a hugely positive step towards minimising your environmental impact. In this article we explore how you can be a super sustainable cyclist, and what the industry is doing to get its house in order

Thu, Dec 14, 2023 17:55

Rouvy revamped! Now with AI, new routes and easier navigation, we take a look at what’s changed

Rouvy is one of the most popular indoor cycling apps, and it has recently had a complete overhaul. Here's a guide to what's new on Rouvy

Wed, Dec 13, 2023 20:41

Giant Defy vs Canyon Endurace vs Lauf Uthald: Which of these endurance road bikes is the fastest in the real world?

Which will win the battle of the ultimate bikes designed for mere mortals? It's time for some hardcore head-to-head-to-head riding

Wed, Dec 13, 2023 17:40

Dooring – What is it, what does the law say and what should you do if it happens to you while cycling?

A dooring incident is every cyclist’s nightmare, and can lead to serious injury or even be fatal in the worst cases. Here's everything you need to know about a danger to cyclists that is sadly too common

Wed, Dec 13, 2023 17:22

Why the Raleigh Chopper was and still is the best Christmas gift for kids everywhere

The iconic Raleigh Chopper is once again wheelieing back to seasonal favour

Wed, Dec 13, 2023 14:36

2022 Colnago V3Rs UAE Team Emirates bike.room – 1

You can buy Tadej Pogacar’s official UAE Team Emirates Colnago race bike…

…as long as you’re happy to dig deep. Prototype TT1 time trial bike is available alongside several of the team’s V3Rs road bikes

Tue, Dec 12, 2023 21:46

5 winter training tips for your best year of cycling ever!

Five top tips to stay motivated, maintain that summer fitness, and integrate winter cycling into a busy work schedule

Tue, Dec 12, 2023 11:55

Worst bike racks — from the useless to utterly unusable places to park your bicycle

How not to do bike parking...

Mon, Dec 11, 2023 17:10

Perfect cycling gifts for every budget from Ere Research Dec 2023

Christmas is ‘Ere – perfect cycling gifts for every budget from Ere Research

With present-giving season nearly upon us, we look at some of the most exciting products from bike tech innovator Ere Research – with perfect options for every budget!

Mon, Dec 11, 2023 14:00

Why do hard sprint efforts on the bike make you want to vomit?

Ever wondered why you get that sicky feeling after emptying the tank? We delve into the science of pedalling and puking after going all-out on the bike

Mon, Dec 11, 2023 12:23