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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: the best superbikes

Check out the money-no-object bikes that have most impressed our reviewers over the past 12 months. Warning: some of these models will leave you drooling

Fri, Jan 19, 2024 12:00
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Has the move to full internal cable routing on road bikes been worth it? We asked some experts to weigh in on cycling’s cable-tidy revolution

Bikes with all cables concealed look the part and are mooted as aerodynamic perfection... but they can also be a right pain in the proverbials for home mechanics. We asked those in the know if they think the positives outweigh the negatives

Thu, Jan 18, 2024 15:14
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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: check out the best gravel and adventure bikes

Whether you're after something quick and lively or a companion for a multi-day epic adventure, here are the 10 best gravel bikes we've reviewed over the past year – find out which is number one

Thu, Jan 18, 2024 12:00
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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: the best folding bikes

Find out which folding bikes we rate highest for commuting and more – from Brompton, B'Twin, Carrera...

Wed, Jan 17, 2024 12:00
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Mason unveils Definition 3.0: new features sit alongside time-proven geometry on updated all-season bike

The genre-defining long-distance bike has had a makeover for 2024. Find out what has changed…

Tue, Jan 16, 2024 21:45
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How does a product recall work in the bike industry?

As the consequences of faulty bike parts can be catastrophic, there's a lot at stake when it comes to product recalls in the industry. We spoke to some experts about their experience of big product recalls to explore how it all works

Tue, Jan 16, 2024 17:27
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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: we count down the best electric bikes

From practical folders to sporty rides, it’s time to check out the 10 best e-bikes that we reviewed in 2023

Tue, Jan 16, 2024 12:00
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How to maintain disc brake calipers – everything you need to know

Secrets to the sharpest-feeling hydraulic brakes

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 15:00
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Unveiling the ultimate cycling bargains: check out the road.cc Recommends Bargain Buys of the Year 2023/24

Of all the bikes, components, accessories and clothes we’ve reviewed over the past year, find out which offers the best value for money

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 12:00
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Green with Enve: Spoon Customs’ head-turning limited edition XCR Izoard with Enve components

This bike is certainly a looker, and there's still a chance you could make someone green with envy and own one all for yourself

Sun, Jan 14, 2024 21:44
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What type of road bike should you buy in 2024? What’s hot, what’s not and all the advice you need to ensure your next bike is ideal for you

Whether you're looking for your next road bike or your first one, we're here to make sure your money goes further and your new bike is future-proofed for the foreseeable with all the bike-buying advice you need

Sat, Jan 13, 2024 12:00
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road.cc Recommends Components of the Year 2023/24: The best saddles, handlebars, groupsets and more from the last 12 months

Every month we select the best components we've reviewed for road.cc Recommends, then at the end of the year we pick the best of the best just for you – from Campagnolo, Prime, Prologo, Selle San Marco + loads more

Fri, Jan 12, 2024 12:00
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8 reasons why you’re not getting faster at cycling, and what you can do to improve

Goal-setting for 2024? Whether your aim is to compete or just to get to work a bit quicker, here are some top tips to help you accomplish your two-wheeled mission

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 14:44
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road.cc Recommends Cycle Clothing of the Year 2023/24: all the best jerseys, jackets, tights, shorts, shoes and more

From sleek jerseys to comfy shorts and performance-focused jackets, check out the cycle clothing that delivers the ultimate in functionality and style – from Castelli, Rapha, Santini, Endura, DMT, and more

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 12:00
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The steepest and hardest cycling climbs in the world — fearsome road gradients to put on your bike trip bucket list

If you really want to test yourself on the bike, luckily there are countless horrifying hills on the planet that would have even the hardiest climbers begging for an extra gear

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 15:40
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Orange Bikes – the story of Britain’s most iconic bike brand

We a look back at the West Yorkshire-based company's three-decade history

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 15:25
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Check out the road.cc Recommends Wheels of the Year 2023/24

It’s time to announce the road and gravel wheelsets that impressed our reviewers most over the past year, from Campagnolo Roval, Enve, Prime, Scribe and more…

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 12:00
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Check out the most off-beat bike in the peloton: EF Pro Cycling’s Cannondale SuperSix EVO

Take a look at the impossible-to-ignore bike that Rigoberto Urán is riding this year, and find out why everything isn’t quite as it seems

Tue, Jan 09, 2024 21:45
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Do new tax rules mean cyclists selling their bikes on eBay will now have to do a tax return?

What does HMRC's latest announcement mean for online sellers? We've asked an accountant for the lowdown...

Tue, Jan 09, 2024 17:53
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We reveal the road.cc Recommends Tyres of the Year 2023/24

Whether you’re looking for road or gravel tyres, here are the best that we’ve reviewed over the past year from Continental, Specialized, Pirelli, Michelin and more

Tue, Jan 09, 2024 12:00
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Five winter warmers from GripGrab, Gorewear and Velocio

Thermal gear is still timely and these warmers are what we've been testing recently

Mon, Jan 08, 2024 15:15
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Check out the road.cc Recommends Accessories of the Year 2023/24: the very best helmets, glasses, tools, bags & more

Gear Up! Take a look at the best-performing cycling accessories that we've reviewed over the past 12 months

Mon, Jan 08, 2024 12:00
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The history of the Strida folding bike, one of the most unusual city bikes ever made

Four decades after it was conceived as part of a master's project, the Strida with its 'A-shaped' frame still stands out. You can even roll it round when you're not riding it

Sun, Jan 07, 2024 21:44
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20 of the most hysterical Daily Mail anti-cycling headlines

"Lunacy, blight, and the scourge of lycra louts" — we've read it all over the years so you don't have to...

Thu, Jan 04, 2024 15:48
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How to stick to your New Year’s cycling fitness resolutions

It’s easy to let New Year’s resolutions slip, so here are ten tips to help you stay committed to your fitness routine as a cyclist over the coming months

Thu, Jan 04, 2024 11:23
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