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Is Shimano 105 Di2 a good gravel groupset?

Shimano recently launched its first 105 Di2 groupset. But is it any good for a gravel bike? Let’s find out

Fri, Oct 14, 2022 11:24

2022 Dangerholm Scott Foil bike at bedtime

The Dangerholm Scott Foil – A masterclass in custom built bikes

This is what happens when you let a mountain biker build a road bike - we like it!

Fri, Oct 14, 2022 09:48

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Take a look at Vincenzo Nibali’s Wilier 0 SLR – especially designed for his final pro race + video

The Italian great retired from professional cycling at Il Lombardia on a bike celebrating his extraordinary career

Tue, Oct 11, 2022 20:45

Topeak – great kit for every type of rider – October 2022

Topeak – great kit for every type of rider… but which one are you? Sponsored

Cyclists might all share a common love of bikes, but we also all have our own unique approaches and eccentricities. Luckily, Topeak will welcome you with great kit, no matter how demanding or quirky you are

Tue, Oct 11, 2022 09:00

Staff Bikes: Liam’s HOT PINK Kinesis 4S Disc Winter Bike

Di2, discs and carbon wheels. This is one very nice winter bike

Fri, Oct 07, 2022 11:05

Look vs Shimano pedals: which clipless pedal system is best for road cycling?

Shimano SPD-SL and Look Kéo are the two most popular clipless pedal systems for road cyclists, and superficially very similar; what are the important differences between them?

Thu, Oct 06, 2022 15:12

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Museo del Ciclismo Bustese – an unexpected gem half an hour from Milan

Collection celebrating more than a century of Italian cycling is well worth a visit, but opening times are very restricted

Wed, Oct 05, 2022 14:06

Sir Bradley Wiggins UCI Hour Record 03 picture credit Harry Dowdney from Rapha

Check out Bradley Wiggins’ UCI Hour Record Pinarello Bolide HR

With Filippo Ganna set to take on the UCI Hour Record this weekend, let’s look at the bike Wiggo rode to a new world best back in 2015

Tue, Oct 04, 2022 20:45

6 fab fabric technologies for comfortable autumn cycling Sponsored

We look at some of the best cycling clothing for all weathers this autumn, and see how the fabrics you choose can make your ride experience all the better

Tue, Oct 04, 2022 14:05

1993 Zipp 2001 TT bike Bike at bedtime hero (Sram.com)

Bike at Bedtime, Ironman World Championships special: behold the mental Zipp 2001 TT bike from 1993

The OG, ruler of Kona, killed by the UCI... delve into the history of one of the first beam bikes in what was a highly innovative time for cycling

Sun, Oct 02, 2022 20:45

6 brilliant new products added to road.cc Recommends

The site for the best reviews sees new products from Canyon, Thule, MiRiDER, Garmin and Fara

Fri, Sep 30, 2022 10:32

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Check out Rob Jebb’s Three Peaks-winning Scott Addict CX

Take a look at the bike and components required to win the world’s toughest cyclocross race

Thu, Sep 29, 2022 20:45

Coffee & Ride with komoot: Simon’s South of France Sizzler Sponsored

From Nice to Cap d’Antibes and back – with lots of yachts, villas, and a rear flat at the halfway point

Wed, Sep 28, 2022 15:11

8 tips to get started with gravel riding

Gravel riding is getting really popular, but getting started can be daunting. Here are some brilliant tips to make the process easier

Wed, Sep 28, 2022 10:49

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Check out Zoe Bäckstedt’s World Championships Cannondale SuperSix Evo

Take a look at the bike that the 18-year-old Welsh rider piloted to victory in Australia

Tue, Sep 27, 2022 20:45

Gravel cycling: sand and heaths on the East Anglian Way

Bikepacking trip riding steel bikes around East Anglia

Mon, Sep 26, 2022 08:54

2022 World champs Biniam Girmay Cube C:68X

Check out Biniam Girmay’s custom painted Cube Litening C:68X for the World Champs

Was this Eritrean colour scheme the loudest in the World Champs Road Race?

Sun, Sep 25, 2022 20:45

The world’s toughest cyclo-cross race is back: inside the legendary Three Peaks

This weekend sees the staging of one of the world’s great bike races, and it’s not in Australia...

Fri, Sep 23, 2022 10:00

Building Jamie’s Specialized Allez Sprint – A disc brake aluminium crit racer

Magura brakes, Zipp wheels, custom 3D printed parts and a lot of swearing…

Thu, Sep 22, 2022 12:00

How a gait analysis can improve your cycling performance

Expert in biomechanics Christophe Champs – who works with pro-cyclists including world hour record holder Dan Bigham – explains why improving your performance and avoiding injury starts with your feet

Thu, Sep 22, 2022 08:55

Staff Bikes — Dave’s Custom Dward Design Single Speed

After fancy race bikes from Liam and Jamie, Dave has something a bit more old school

Wed, Sep 21, 2022 12:34

Tobias Foss 2022 UCI Road World Championships © Zac WiLLIAMS SWpix.com (t-a Photography Hub Ltd)

Check out the Cervelo P5 Tobias Foss rode to World Time Trial Champs win

Jumbo-Visma rider stunned the favourites to take the world title at the weekend aboard Cervelo's super high-tech speed machine

Tue, Sep 20, 2022 20:45

From Coppi to Van Vleuten: Cycling’s greatest ever seasons

This year Annemiek van Vleuten achieved an unprecedented quadruple, winning the Giro, Tour, Vuelta, and world road race title in one glorious season. Where does the 40-year-old’s sensational 2022 rank among the greatest ever individual seasons?

Mon, Sep 19, 2022 15:36

2022 Rapha X Van Gogh Canyon ultimate bike at bedtime

Rapha and Canyon combine for the X Van Gogh special edition Canyon Ultimate

The world of cycling and art meet in Amsterdam to create this eccentric bike and accompanying kit collection...

Sun, Sep 18, 2022 20:45

What is ERG mode on your turbo trainer and how should you use it?

All modern smart turbo trainers offer an ‘ERG’ setting that forces you to hold a certain level of effort. Find out why it’s there and how to make it work for you

Fri, Sep 16, 2022 14:20