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2025 Gravel Burn stage race – everything you need to know

Cape Epic founder looks to redefine gravel racing with 850km seven-day stage race concept

Sun, Oct 20, 2024 07:17
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Can we make indoor cycling more bearable for less than £75? Sponsored

Smart training has a reputation for being prohibitively expensive, but can it be done for less than the price of a new set of tyres? We tried to find out!

Thu, Oct 17, 2024 16:00
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You’ve got £500 to spend on a bike: what would you buy? Here are the choices of the road.cc Tech Team

Should you go second-hand, buy new, or build up a frame with components of your choice? Here's what we'd do, which will hopefully provide plenty of inspiration if you're looking to buy a bike on a budget

Wed, Oct 16, 2024 14:15
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Do electric mountain bikes have gears?

Why e-bikes have gears – but not gearboxes?

Tue, Oct 15, 2024 12:34
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UCI Gravel Racing – Positive progress or is it just a trend?

We get into all the details folliwng the latest instalment of the Gravel World Championships

Sat, Oct 12, 2024 18:12
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What is the best power meter system?

The pros and cons of each power meter system explained.

Thu, Oct 10, 2024 09:30
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Is Tadej Pogačar the greatest cyclist who’s ever lived? Plus we ask: What’s going on with cycling media in 2024?

In the latest episode of the road.cc Podcast, we dive headfirst into the GOAT debate before going all meta with a chat about the current cycling media landscape, why it’s changed (and changing), and whether we should be worried about the future

Wed, Oct 09, 2024 11:49
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Amazon Prime Day cycling deals: Endura long-sleeve jerseys from just £22, Garmin Edge 530 down to £182, huge light savings including 43% off Cateye AMPP set + 27% off Magicshine, big discounts on tools + more

Apparently the bargains couldn't wait until Black Friday, so Amazon have gone ahead with another spontaneous sale before the clocks go back. Here is our pick of the cycling stuff on offer

Wed, Oct 09, 2024 11:42
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2024 UCI Gravel World Championships – how the race was won

Last weekend, the UCI Gravel World Championships 2024 took place. Here's how it happened.

Mon, Oct 07, 2024 10:09
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Everything you need to know about bike cameras — how to choose, tips for recording quality footage and what to do if you capture a near miss, close pass or collision

If you've suffered a near miss, close pass or are the victim of any crime on the road while cycling, here's what you need to know about reporting it to the police and submitting your footage...

Sat, Oct 05, 2024 13:01
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More gearing choice, exclusive tech, better value — the things that make Campagolo’s new Super Record S Wireless groupset special Sponsored

We look at Campagnolo’s brand new Super Record S Wireless groupset and explain all the crucial details that make it arguably the most enticing groupset around right now

Sat, Oct 05, 2024 09:00
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How to cycle in the rain — endure the downpour and make riding your bike in the wet enjoyable

Learn to cope when the weather turns wet, and maybe even start to rejoice in the odd downpour or two on your bike!

Fri, Oct 04, 2024 15:33
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Will it Zwift? Your worst bike is now good enough for serious indoor training! Sponsored

Turn that neglected shed bike or skip find into a Zwift setup: with Zwift Cog, anything will work… won’t it?

Fri, Oct 04, 2024 12:07
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The secrets of the most successful Grand Tour bike brand — behind the scenes at Pinarello Sponsored

Pinarello revealed the brand new Dogma F this summer, sticking to their guns with the one bike to do it all approach. We were invited over to Italy to find out more about the bike brand with more Grand Tour wins than any other

Thu, Oct 03, 2024 16:01
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A beginner’s guide to e-bike batteries

Everything you ever wanted to know about how electric bikes get their power

Wed, Oct 02, 2024 14:28
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2024 UCI Gravel World Championships race preview

A closer look at who to watch at the third edition of the UCI Gravel World Championships taking place in Belgium this weekend.

Tue, Oct 01, 2024 11:43
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Magicshine launches first Shimano Di2-compatible front light Sponsored

Magicshine’s new Evo 1700SD works with Shimano’s Di2 digital gear systems to wirelessly allow riders to switch on and change front light functions without taking their hands off the brake hoods

Tue, Oct 01, 2024 11:02
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The cyclist’s guide to looking after your knees — ride stronger and faster with these tips for managing and preventing the most common cycling injury

Knee pain and injuries are some of the most common complaints among cyclists; but, says bike fitting legend Phil Burt, there are many simple remedies for faster, injury-free riding

Mon, Sep 30, 2024 13:30
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2025 Absa Cape Epic – everything you need to know

They call it the untamed mountain bike stage race and, next year, the Cape Epic will route riders across 186 miles of new terrain.

Mon, Sep 30, 2024 08:33
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Bike vs train vs car mega commuting race: who will win our long-range multimodal time trial to the road.cc office?

We already know a bike wins over short distances, but how about over a longer commute between two cities? We took to the saddle, the steering wheel and the station ticket machine to find out

Sat, Sep 28, 2024 12:10
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road.cc x Dealclincher payday special: Up to 60% off Felt road bikes (down to £450 from £1,200!), pick up a Garmin Edge 530 for £170, half price Cannondale carbon wheels + more

Here's a selection of some of the best cycling deals we've spotted recently across the web, including some huge savings on bikes, kit, tech and more

Fri, Sep 27, 2024 15:32
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How much money can you really save by cycling to work?

Frugality is just one reason to start cycling to work – but how much can you actually save on your commuting costs if you switch to two wheels?

Fri, Sep 27, 2024 14:36
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Stuck on which indoor cycling app to go for? Why BKOOL offers the ideal mix of features for virtual reality riding Sponsored

We get to grips with BKOOL – a virtual cycling simulator that allows you to enjoy ride experiences you never thought possible, and at a more wallet-friendly price than rival systems

Fri, Sep 27, 2024 11:00
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Train smart this winter with these Zwift setups Sponsored

Get fitter and faster on any budget with the world's largest online cycling community

Thu, Sep 26, 2024 14:38
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Common bike commuting mistakes and how to avoid them — our top tips for hassle-free rides to and from work

Cycling to work can boost your health, save you time, and cut costs. To make the most of these benefits, there are a few important things you'll want to stay on top of

Thu, Sep 26, 2024 11:03
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