Health & Fitness

13 of the Best Indoor Cycling apps: All you need to find the right one for you – what they do, what they cost and much more

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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Latest News

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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6 reasons why using a home trainer is the best way to get fit — and how to make it fun too

Why turbo training will give you a fast and focused fitness boost

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5 reasons every cyclist should do PE with Joe Wicks

Half an hour of core and lower body work a day will make you a better cyclist

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How to ride together in Zwift events

Struggling to stay together when you're riding calendar events in Zwift? Here are our five top tips

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Strava launch new Routes premium feature

As part of a wave of updates in 2020 for their Summit subscribers, Strava now provide personalised route recommendations using OpenStreetMap technology

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Rapha create free Zwift group rides featuring EF and Canyon-Sram pros

Rides will feature Rapha-sponsored pros

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Utterly brilliant: An interview with Timmy Mallet on all things e-bike

The legendary broadcaster is a bona fide e-bike fanatic, and last year set out on an epic 3,500km quest to ride the Camino de Santiago trail

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18 of the best cycling films on Netflix, Amazon Prime Video and DVD

From docs to dramas to adventure epics, here's a selection of bike-related films that are well worth a watch...

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British Cycling launches virtual ride series on Zwift

Series comprises races, time trials and group rides

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The locked down cyclist's guide to getting fit and staying fit from the comfort of home

Stuck indoors but determined to say fit? Here's what you need to know to ride out the pandemic: training tips, nutrition, even simple off-bike exercises you can do at home...

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Video - a Zwift setup for every budget

You can get started with next to nothing, and you can spend thousands of pounds. So we tried everything

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Zwift workouts: get fit indoors with structured training

Want to improve your cycling? Training indoors is a great way to get fitter. Here's how to use Zwift to up your game...

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How to set up Zwift to try indoor training on any device

Whether you have a PC, a laptop, a tablet, a smartphone or an Apple TV, setting up Zwift is simple. Why not try it now?

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How to get into time trialling: simple tips for racing the clock

Time trialling is the purest and simplest form of bike racing. Riders set off at minute intervals and the fastest is the winner. Here's how to get started.

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Cycling in a locked down country: how Italian cyclists and bike brands are coping with coronavirus

Riders banned from training on the road, visitors banned from factories... is this a taste of things to come in the UK with the COVID-19 virus continuing to spread fast?

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10 mistakes people make when training for a multi-day cycling event

Andy Cook, route director of Deloitte Ride Across Britain and Dulux London Revolution, highlights common pitfalls

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Strava has brought back chronological ordering, and allows you to 'favourite' athletes

As part of a wave of new updates, Strava have responded to what they say is "one of the most frequently requested ever" changes, and will let us see the newest activities first again...

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Zwift top tips - eight ways to improve your Zwifting

Want to take your Zwifting to the next level?Here are some tings to try, and some things you should know

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Sir Dave Brailsford reveals his personal diet and training regime on Strava

Those following the Team Ineos head honcho on Strava couldn't quite believe their luck a few months back, when Brailsford gave an incredibly detailed and useful account of his own current diet and training plan

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Cycling survival — what to do if a riding buddy crashes

Quick action after a crash can save a life

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How to eat right for sportives and long rides

The food you need to keep your energy high all day long

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Fuelling for epic rides — how to get the right food to keep your energy levels up and avoid the dreaded bonk

For sportives and other long rides getting your nutrition right is vital. Follow these top tips from the OTE Team to help fuel your ride

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Video series: Yoga for cyclists — improve your strength and flexibility

Yoga expert Karen Burt explains why you need some stretching and toning in your regime

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Latest Reviews

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

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

Does the job but at an above average price

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£1.65

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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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Kalenji Dual heart rate monitor

Good value dual-protocol heart rate strap that will make your missing one reappear

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£29.99

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Enervit Liquid Gel 60ml

Very easy to swallow and gentle on the stomach

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£2.85

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Bkool Smart Air Trainer

Good quality smart trainer with a unique design, but doesn't feel quite as polished as some of its competitors

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£1,099.00

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Enervit Gel with Caffeine 25ml (During)

Offers a decent punch of carbs and caffeine without upsetting the stomach

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£1.65

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Bend36 Chamois Cream

Good quality, thick chamois cream that delivers long-ride comfort

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£13.99

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Mule Bar Fruit Pulp Pouches

A good 'healthy' and tasty alternative to regular energy gels

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£2.80

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Rotor 2InPower DM Road crankset

Good quality crank-based power meter with lots of chainring options and plenty of data on tap

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£1,300.00

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Tacx Neo 2 Smart Trainer

Near-flawless performance and some unique features: the current gold standard for indoor trainers

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£1,199.00

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Pursu Banana Endurance Bar (16 pack)

A tasty and nutritionally balanced bar with an ethical and environmental conscience that's great for longer days out

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£28.50

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TrainerRoad Online Training

Excellent training ecosystem that's just the thing for structured work on your fitness

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£99.00

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Maurten Gel100 x 12

Seems like a very powerful product if taken the 'correct' way, but when used as any other gel doesn't offer much extra

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£32.40

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