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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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Introducing the Gloria All World — the titanium travel bike with a packable frame that you can take anywhere Sponsored

We speak to Gloria Cycling founder Carlos Ramirez about his unique All World model: a titanium bike that has all the benefits of one of the brand's All Road road bikes, but which can be transported in a travel suitcase

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 11:47
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ABS MTB Brakes – everything you need to know

Should you be riding ABS brakes on your mountain bike?

Thu, Oct 31, 2024 08:46
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What is Cross-Country Short Track? Everything you need to know about XCC

Mountain bike cross-country Short Track racing or XCC has been around in one form or another for a while, where does it stand in the grand scheme of things?

Wed, Oct 30, 2024 08:37
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Everything you need to know about cycling shoes — from materials and sole stiffness to closure systems and cleat compatibility, make the right choice when selecting your bike shoes

Whether you ride on the road, for leisure or prefer hitting the gravel tracks and trails, there's a cycling shoe for you. Here's some essential info about pretty much all shoe types available to you (apart from SPD sandals)

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 13:43
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How to increase your cycling motivation in winter — essential tips to keep your spirits up on the bike when the temps drop

With the right kit, equipment and mindset, winter riding can be a joy. Here's what you need to know to keep you motivated to ride, whatever the weather

Tue, Oct 29, 2024 13:07
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“F*** the UCI” — We take a look at the National Hill Climb Championship-winning bikes as rim brakes and 1x dominate

We take a closer look at the gravity-defying bikes that contributed to Illi Gardner and Harry MacFarlane's success, including one that also happened to be the first bike ever reviewed on road.cc

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 17:26
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road.cc front bike lights Beam Test 2024/25 — our big Beam Comparison Engine is live to help you choose the best front light for your riding

The clocks have gone back, so we've added another 35 lights to the road.cc Beam Comparison Engine. Compare the output, beam shape and strength to help you pick the right bike light for you

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 14:34
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What are the best budget bike brands? Road bikes that won’t break the bank from Boardman, Triban, Planet X, Rose, Cube + more

Looking for a new bike that won't put (too much) strain on your finances? Here is a selection of bike brands with great value options all in one place

Mon, Oct 28, 2024 11:22
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Check out Mavic Zap, the first electronic shifting from 30 years ago

Electronic shifting rules the roost these days but let’s look back at the earliest designs…

Sun, Oct 27, 2024 21:45
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E-bike tech – what to expect in the future

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Sun, Oct 27, 2024 13:27
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Cycling Health Q&A: Prostate problems – time to talk about men’s health

Consultant urological surgeon Christian Brown explains the effect that cycling can have on prostate disorders and how they can be managed, while debunking the links between cycling and prostate cancer

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 16:51
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Are the cycling culture wars back? And did they ever go away? Plus: What’s next for Tom Pidcock after dramatic Ineos Grenadiers fallout?

On the latest episode of the road.cc Podcast, transport journalist Carlton Reid and campaigner Simon Munk dissect why cycling continues to prove a steady source of culture wars content (featuring a brief review of a certain ex-PM’s new book)

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 16:30
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I’ve got an hour to train. How much cycling can I do? Sponsored

Indoor training is very time efficient. But how much extra training can you actually get done? We got out our stopwatch and put it to the test

Thu, Oct 24, 2024 09:41
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Electric mountain bikes – everything you need to know

All the details on how to get yourself motoring off-road

Wed, Oct 23, 2024 08:09
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Was Tadej Pogačar’s 2024 the best season ever? We rank cycling’s greatest individual years, from Burton and Coppi to Vos and Pogačar

25 wins in 58 race days, a Giro-Tour double, two monuments and a world title, and much else besides – Pogačar’s 2024 was one for the ages. But how does it compare to cycling’s other history-making seasons?

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 19:18
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The anatomy of an e-bike

Everything you need to know about the e-bike alphabet and what it all means

Tue, Oct 22, 2024 14:36
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How much do e-bikes cost to maintain long-term?

Everything you need to know about e-MTB cost of ownership and maintenance

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 12:38
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How strong are Chinese carbon road bike wheels, and why are they so much cheaper? Sponsored

Don't try this at home! We take to the road, the trail and the bike park to see just how robust Superteam's lightweight road bike wheels really are

Mon, Oct 21, 2024 08:43
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