Health & Fitness

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Olympia launch the EX 900 Sport, featuring their huge 900Wh 'super battery'

The Italians have married their recently-launched 900Wh battery with their EX Sport e-mountain bike, which they say will go up to 290km on a single charge

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HR2VP: everything you need to know about the app that converts heart rate to virtual power

You don't need a smart trainer to use Zwift with HR2VP, as the app gives you a virtual power reading from your heart rate monitor. Find out how it could work for you...

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E-bikes for boomers? Islabikes launch two new models "designed specifically for baby boomers who want to continue cycling"

The brand famed for their children's bikes have unveiled two new lightweight full-sized bikes, which they claim are perfect for riders of the baby boom generation...

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Government set to enable GPs to prescribe cycling to tackle obesity and coronavirus (+ video)

Move revealed by government sources over the weekend - here's how a pilot scheme in West Yorkshire benefited patients

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7 reasons to try Strava — boost your rides by bagging segments

Why the ride-recording and segment-racing app should be part of your riding

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Going the distance — learn how to build up to an epic ride

Planning a long ride later this summer? Here's how to build up gradually so you can finish it without breaking yourself

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How to get fitter by training when you’re tired

Feeling tired? Maybe it's time for a ride

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How to get in to e-racing — the lowdown on online bike races

The rise of eracing - why is it so popular, how big can it get and how do you get started?

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10 top tips to get faster up hills

Races are won and lost on hills, and there's a reason Strava has King and Queen of the Mountains segments

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Join road.cc on Zwift: ride your socks off!

We're back this evening for another sock giveaway

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Join road.cc on Zwift: ride your socks off!

We're hosting ride-outs on Zwift and you can win socks! It's the last week in its current guide this week...

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Video: can an e-bike help Dave beat Chris Froome up the Alpe du Zwift?

Is an extra 250W of help enough to help a third-cat chopper mix it with the pros?

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Everything that's wrong with the Daily Mail's article on Dennis Quaid and Laura Savoie's bike ride

This morning, the US arm of Britain's most-read tabloid published an article online about Dennis Quaid heading out for a ride with his fiancé. We've got a few bones to pick...

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13 of the best indoor cycling apps - get the right turbo training experience for you

Zwift, Sufferfest, Tacx… Rouvy – whether you want to ride around virtual worlds or up legendary climbs there's an indoor cycle training app for you. Here’s how to find it

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11 Cycle Republic stores to be taken over by e-scooter specialists Pure Electric

85 jobs have been saved by transferring the Cycle Republic stores over to Pure Electric, with the e-scooter company securing the deal with Halfords Group PLC under TUPE regulations

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Power-to-weight ratio: check out our expert guide to this important fitness measure

Do you need to worry about watts per kilogram? Get the inside info on this training metric and decide if it matters to you

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Updated: Health secretary says no plans to ban cycling and other exercise - after suggesting earlier that it might be

Matt Hancock says "the current rules must be followed"

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Lower back pain from cycling: try these 3 simple techniques to prevent it

Reduce the chance of low back pain with some simple exercises – and a tin of rice pudding

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Free physical activity apps to help you stay active in lockdown

Brands like Nike, Adidas and Decathlon have made apps and videos free to use

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Eating for cycling: time trials — get the best fuel to beat the clock

How to prepare yourself nutritionally for short distance time trials

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Full Kit Ranker round 1: Your chance to vote for the greatest cycling jersey of all time

From vintage wool beauties to modern classics, here's the shortlist of 16 of our favourite cycling jerseys of all time, in round one of our quest to crown the best ever to be zipped up in the pro peloton...

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FAQ: What is Zwift Clubs?

Zwift has announced some new functionality, but it'll be a while before it changes your online riding

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Lose weight cycling: find out why intense efforts are better

Dave Smith unleashes the fact burning zone

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When should you visit a bike shop during the emergency lockdown?

What counts as an essential visit to the bike shop? Cycling UK’s policy director Roger Geffen MBE answers some questions so you can decide if you really need to take the risk.

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The Sufferfest releases lockdown training plans

Four week plans involve indoor-only training; new users get a free month-long subscription

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The best cycling TED Talks

We've rounded up our favourite bike-related TED talks from around the interweb. Soak up some of the witty two-wheeled wisdom...

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Latest Reviews

2020 Premax Performance Skincare Chamois Cream for men

Premax Performance Skincare Chamois Cream for Men

Premium 'no tingle' chamois cream packed with natural ingredients that works well on long rides, but it's pricey

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£24.00

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2020 Ultrasun Sports Gel Sun Care

Ultrasun Sports Gel Sun Protection SPF 50

Easy-to-apply, effective and non-greasy sun protection gel that is spot-on for cycling

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£28.00

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2020 Veloskin Post Shace Lotion

VeloSkin Post Shave Lotion

Effective post shave lotion that's cheaper than regular premium brands

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£15.00

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PeaceFit App

Easy to follow and engaging fitness videos aimed at cyclists

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£14.00

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Wahoo Kickr Bike

Great ride feel and integrated Climb technology make this an impressive debut for Wahoo's standalone bike

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£2,999.99

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2020 Ultrasun Face Gel Sun Care Skin Sensitive 50 SPF

Ultrasun Face SPF50+

High-quality, easy-to-use and long-lasting sun protection specifically formulated for the delicate skin of the face

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£24.00

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2020 Ultrasun Lip Protection and Care

Ultrasun Lip Protection & Care

Easily transported, light and compact and offers good levels of moisturising and sun protection

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£8.00

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Bespoke Rocker Plate R1 Black Edition

High-quality rocker plate that makes turbo training more comfortable and natural

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£295.00

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Tacx Neo 2T Smart trainer

Great quality indoor trainer with accurate power reporting and some unique features

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£1,199.00

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Praxis Zayante CarbonX 4iiii Power Crank

Super-stiff chainset that offers a good value way of measuring your power output

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£700.00

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Rawvelo Organic Hydration Drink Mix

A tasty, effective hydration mix free from artificial additives – but pricey

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£11.00

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Saris H3 Direct Drive Smart Trainer

Excellent smart trainer that's quieter and cheaper than its predecessor

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£849.99

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TORQ Explore Flapjack

A tasty treat that brings home comforts to the trail

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£1.70

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Xplova Noza S Smart Trainer

Good day-to-day turbo for getting in the winter miles, if not as accurate as others

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£699.00

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Elite Zumo Smart Interactive Turbo Trainer

Very good budget interactive trainer, offering a great performance for the price

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£450.00

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Tacx Neo Bike Smart

A top quality training tool for indoor enthusiasts

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£2,299.00

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Elite Suito Turbo Trainer

Excellent performance from a good value direct-drive trainer

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£649.99

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The Sufferfest indoor training app

Excellent indoor training environment with immersive videos and unique power profile

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£10.00

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Tacx Flux S Smart Trainer

Very good direct-drive smart trainer that'll get you up and riding indoors in no time

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£549.00

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Science In Sport BETA Fuel Energy drink powder

Science In Sport Beta Fuel

Tastes okay, good consistency, no stomach issues and performance is fantastic

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£37.50

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Outdoor Provisions Energy Bars

A tasty, eco-friendly boost for long rides

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£7.00

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SRM Origin Power Meter

First class design, construction and performance, but incredibly expensive compared to main rivals

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£2,800.00

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Enervit Competition Bar

Enervit Competition Bar

Does the job but at an above average price

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£1.65

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Enervit Pre Sport Jelly

Enervit Pre Sport Jelly

A light, pre-event dose of slow release energy in a convenient, easy-to-consume form

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£2.15

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Rozalex Zalpon Zorange Extra Heavy-Duty Hand Cleaner

Very effective against bike grime and cheap, even if you don't go silly and buy the big jug

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£18.99

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