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This special Wilier 0 SLR Unico is an artistic ode to cycling and freedom

French artist Koralie takes Wilier's range topping road bike to the intersection of art and sport (we'd like to think she rode it there) as part of the Italian marque's 'Unico' project

Sun, Dec 10, 2023 21:45
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“I like the action and riding fast”: Jonas Deichmann, marathon man, on his latest endurance epic

Fresh from his out-and-back trek across the width of the United States, the ‘German Forrest Gump’ chats to road.cc about the joys of bikepacking, his best days on a bike, and why the Midwest can be a real slog

Sat, Dec 09, 2023 10:45
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8 tips for commuting by e-bike all year round (+ video)

Here’s our guide to continuing to use your electric bike through the wind and rain and cold and dark

Thu, Dec 07, 2023 16:49
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1x vs 2x: Are single chainring set-ups the future of road cycling or just another marketing fad?

We spoke to Jumbo-Visma, and put in the hours on both set-ups, to find out whether 1x drivetrains really do stack up on the road and if they’re a viable option for us humble amateur cyclists

Wed, Dec 06, 2023 16:09
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Check out the excellent Giant Propel Advanced Pro 1 road bike

Latest models from Giant's aero bike range are efficient, comfortable, and good value

Tue, Dec 05, 2023 21:45
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road.cc Recommends! All new batch of the best products reviewed on road.cc featuring Fairlight, Apidura, Santini and more

Bikes, clothing and accessories join our list of the créme de la créme products awarded the coveted road.cc Recommends badge in November

Mon, Dec 04, 2023 15:10
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Canyon’s limited edition Aeroad CFR Cosmos is taking your ride into new spheres

This bike and its intergalactic paint job boasts next-level stiffness-to-weight, style and speed according to Canyon...

Sun, Dec 03, 2023 21:45
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How to ride your bike through ice and snow — top tips for safe cycling when the mercury drops

Our regular winter feature on how to ride your bike through a wintery wonderland without falling off

Fri, Dec 01, 2023 17:34
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6 of the best value bike upgrades — here’s what we’d spend our money on to get the best bike bang for our buck

What are the best bike upgrades you can make for the money? Here are the six places we'd invest in first, along with some product suggestions to start you off

Fri, Dec 01, 2023 14:06
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The Durango effect and the rise of USA cycling

How the small American mountain town of Durango, Colorado is fast becoming a breeding ground for world-class cyclists of all disciplines

Thu, Nov 30, 2023 16:36
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Is a gravel bike the ultimate winter bike? Why you should make the switch to gravel from the classic winter road bike

If you can budget for it, a second bike to handle harsh conditions is preferable to beating up your best bike year-round. Here's why my new winter steed is a gravel bike, rather than a road bike modified for winter

Wed, Nov 29, 2023 16:16
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Fancy racing the Tour on this? Check out AG2R’s 2001 Decathlon Penta Pro

Find out how much professional-level race bikes have changed since the start of the century

Tue, Nov 28, 2023 21:45
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What are the staff at road.cc getting for Christmas? Find out what’s in Santa’s cargo bike for some superb cycling-themed gift ideas

Stuck for what to get a cyclist this Christmas? We sent Santa out to deliver pressies from 13 great brands, and with prices ranging from £20-£380 there is something for all budgets and type of cyclist!

Tue, Nov 28, 2023 17:00
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Winter e-bike tips: electric bike and battery care in colder weather

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

Tue, Nov 28, 2023 15:04
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Cyber Monday MTB deals 2023: price drops on bikes, gear and components

Here's our pick of the best Cyber Monday MTB deals available right now

Mon, Nov 27, 2023 13:32
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This TWMPA ‘zero carbon’ gravel bike is made out of engineered ash wood

Bike industry veteran Rory Hitchens has aimed to make his bike free of carbon and showcase wood as a bike frame material that can genuinely compete with carbon, alloy and steel

Sun, Nov 26, 2023 21:44
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Merlin Black Friday takeover — HUGE 43% off Ultegra Di2 groupset, half price pedals PLUS Castelli Perfetto jacket, Fizik, Kask, 4iiii deals + more

Merlin have got some stunning deals on Shimano's Ultegra 8170 Di2 grouspet with 43% off, while Fizik's Tempo Saddle is better than half price and there's 46% off the Kask Mojito helmet, 31% off 4iiii cranks plus much more

Fri, Nov 24, 2023 12:00
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MTB trail etiquette – can winter riding damage trails?

Does winter riding ruin mountain bike trails? We examine the causes of trail damage

Thu, Nov 23, 2023 15:38
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Everything you need to know about group riding in Zwift

There are loads of ways to ride with other people in the world's biggest online cycling community. Here's how!

Wed, Nov 22, 2023 14:20
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Remembering the Trek Madone 9 Series road bike: a bit odd… but very cool

It had its idiosyncrasies – including flip-out 'Vector Wings’ in the head tube – but we wish every new bike offered as many interesting features as the Trek Madone 9 Series did back in 2015

Tue, Nov 21, 2023 21:45
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Cycology x Dealclincher Black Friday special — 40% off jerseys, 42% off technical t-shirts, 36% off casual tees, 33% off socks + more

There's up to 40% off Cycology's cycling jerseys ahead of Black Friday, and some great discounts on tees, bags and crazy-coloured socks too! Don't miss out

Mon, Nov 20, 2023 16:00
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This round-the-world-ready ‘Cercle’ bike is made for living in

It looks a little like a penny farthing at first, but really, this bike is made to circle the world

Sun, Nov 19, 2023 21:44
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How good is gravel racing on an e-bike – Team ORCC at Raiders Gravel

Find out how Suvi does at the three day gravel event

Fri, Nov 17, 2023 17:34
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A mini guide to cycling words and phrases that have been lost, found or reborn (and some that are just downright irritating)

Are you a tester who rides with souplesse, or are you out chasing segments on your latest bike build with a brand new cockpit?

Fri, Nov 17, 2023 17:30
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Are these VERY cheap bike upgrades and accessories too good to be true? Testing 10 budget cycling products from ‘China’s answer to Amazon’

We've bought 10 things from Temu, the latest buzzy bargain basement online retailer to crop up amid the cost-of-living crisis, and put them through their paces to see if they're actually any good

Thu, Nov 16, 2023 17:00
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