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Ribble launch radical new Ultra aero road bike (+ video)

British brand says the design brief was to create “the fastest aero road bike in the real world”

Thu, Aug 19, 2021 08:00
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What’s the difference between hooked and hookless bike wheels, and which is better for you?

When it comes to tubeless rims, much of the bike industry appears to say that hookless is the future; but it might not always be your best option

Wed, Aug 18, 2021 11:26
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Bike at bedtime: Orbea Orca Aero M20 Team

With a new Orbea aero road bike spotted at the Vuelta, here's a look at the company's old, non-disc brake model

Tue, Aug 17, 2021 21:00
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6 bicycle brake safety checks – stop faster with better braking

Your brakes are pretty important, so whether you’ve got rim brakes or disc brakes, here are six vital but simple checks to make before you head out on a ride.

Mon, Aug 16, 2021 11:54
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Bike at Bedtime: check out Canyon’s Grail AL gravel bike

Super versatile and affordable, the aluminium Grail shares geometry with Canyon’s flagship CF SLX model

Sun, Aug 15, 2021 20:30
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How environmentally sustainable is your cycle clothing?

Many of us want to make eco-friendly choices when it comes to our bike kit. Find out what you need to look for to make the greenest choice

Sun, Aug 15, 2021 11:00
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30 days on the bike! | riding every day for a month Sponsored

Abus set Dave the challenge of riding his bike every day for a month. Will this epic task break him?

Thu, Aug 12, 2021 14:23
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Physiotherapy after a cycling crash – what happens and why you should get help

Physiotherapy can be an excellent tool for recovery after a bicycle crash. Here is how to find the right physio and how they can help

Wed, Aug 11, 2021 13:09
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Cycling fitness: How to get the most from your indoor training sessions

Riding on the turbo is an efficient way to develop your cycling fitness. We got the experts to explain how you can use your limited time to make the biggest gains

Wed, Aug 11, 2021 11:00
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Hustle City: all-action cycling fitness game now playable with dumb trainer and speed sensor

Increasing accessibility to the indoor game, could this be the best distraction for packing in a serious workout for all budgets? We spoke to the game producers to find out what it is all about...

Wed, Aug 11, 2021 08:50
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Midlife cycling performance: too late for speed?

In an extract from his new book, The Midlife Cyclist, Phil Cavell argues that most of us train too hard and need to back off in order to reach our fitness potential

Tue, Aug 10, 2021 11:00
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road.cc Recommends episode 6 is live! Check out our monthly YouTube show

road.cc Recommends is up and running, and it's time for episode 6 where we're bringing you 15 more great products from the likes of Boardman and Rapha, Coffee Stop of the Month and a Recommended Route in Scotland

Mon, Aug 09, 2021 12:04
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Bike at bedtime: take a look at BMC’s URS 01 gravel bike

Short for ‘Unrestricted’, the URS has minimalist suspension system built into the seatstays

Sun, Aug 08, 2021 20:30
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Stop your bike brakes squeaking and squealing – try these simple tips

Whether your bike has rim or disc brakes you don’t have to put up with them squealing. Here are some common causes of screechy brakes and how to sort them

Thu, Aug 05, 2021 11:30
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Are daytime bike lights a safety essential? Should you get daytime lights?

Trek thinks it's time cyclists started using bike lights even in bright conditions. Do you agree?

Sat, Jul 31, 2021 16:01
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First Ride Review: Ribble Endurance AL e

Stu gives his first impressions on what the addition of a motor brings to Ribble's very capable Endurance range

Wed, Jul 28, 2021 14:00
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Can you build a bamboo bike in an afternoon… in a shed? Part 1

Really, the 'part 1' bit of the title should tell you that the answer is no

Wed, Jul 28, 2021 12:03
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Bike at Bedtime: check out Cannondale’s SuperSix Evo Carbon Disc 105

This stiff and lightweight road bike now comes with a whole bunch of aero features. It's a way smoother ride than you might expect too

Tue, Jul 27, 2021 20:45
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Built in Britain: Behind the scenes at Gun Control Custom Paint Sponsored

The final stop on our Built in Britain tour in association with Muc-Off is Gun Control, where we take a closer look at how our raffle winner's custom bike will be painted

Tue, Jul 27, 2021 15:17
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How training zones can help you get your greatest cycling fitness gains

Whether you train by power or heart rate, it's all about structuring your rides for the greatest benefit in the shortest time

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 13:00
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Updated: Anna Kiesenhofer’s Olympic gold medal-winning Scott Addict

The bike that lead the Olympic road race from start to finish - check out the details of the bike rode to a shock victory by the Austrian

Mon, Jul 26, 2021 10:26
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Bike at Bedtime: Basso Diamante SV

Basso claims there is an aero boost with the redesigned Diamante SV thanks to the OpenFlow fork design

Sun, Jul 25, 2021 20:45
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Bike at Bedtime – Trek First Light special edition bikes for the Tokyo Olympics

The Trek-sponsored riders get a fresh lick of paint of their Emonda and Madones

Thu, Jul 22, 2021 21:15
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Tadej Pogacar’s Tour de France-winning bike: a closer look at the Campagnolo parts that propelled him to victory Sponsored

After narrowly winning last year and dominating this time around, what’s changed on Pogacar’s bike and what advantages did those changes offer? Campagnolo talk us through the tech behind his latest setup.

Thu, Jul 22, 2021 14:00
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The road.cc team’s favourite routes on komoot: Dan’s ‘Avoiding Box Hill’ Surrey saunter Sponsored

This month, Dan Alexander shares his favourite 50 miler around the Surrey Hills - with one rather famous ascent intentionally missing…

Wed, Jul 21, 2021 16:00
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