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2025 Absa Cape Epic 2025 – how to watch, who to watch including all the stage details

The biggest mountain bike stage race on earth – the Absa Cape Epic, kicks off on 16 March. Here’s everything you need to know to follow the adventure.

Fri, Mar 07, 2025 09:00
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Freeride mountain biking – everything you need to know

It's not about speed but big tricks and heaps of style.

Thu, Mar 06, 2025 09:00
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Training for your first MTB stage race and the importance of a power meter

You might pay to enter stage races, instead of being paid to race like a pro rider, but that doesn’t mean your training approach has to be any less scientific.

Tue, Mar 04, 2025 09:00
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How to set up tubeless tyres

The biggest and most cost-effective performance upgrade explained.

Mon, Mar 03, 2025 10:22
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Why use TORQ to fuel for a gravel event

Gravel racing has become the most engaging cycling event for riders who want an immersive drop bar adventure experience. If you love suffering and strategy, nothing compares to gravel bike racing.

Mon, Mar 03, 2025 10:00
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Five Cool Things from Boardman, Birzman, Wahoo, Five Ten and RaceWare

The best post-CoreBike tech and this week's top stories.

Fri, Feb 28, 2025 12:45
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2025 UCI Gravel World Championships bite the dust – what next?

The 2025 UCI Gravel World Championship will not be happening as planned – what now, what does it mean?

Wed, Feb 26, 2025 15:00
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Winter bicycle maintenance: Essential tips for every cyclist

Winter riding poses its own set of maintenance challenges - here's how to battle them.

Tue, Feb 25, 2025 16:24
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CoreBike 2025 tech gallery – the best kit from the show

All the bikes and tech we spotted at the 2025 CoreBike show.

Mon, Feb 24, 2025 09:00
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Ways to protect your bike for winter

Ceramic coatings and caring for your bike in winter.

Sun, Feb 23, 2025 10:00
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How to service the hubs on your bike

When you start experiencing slight play from your wheels or a grinding noise when free-spinning by hand, it might be time for a hub bearing replacement.

Sat, Feb 22, 2025 10:00
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Bicycle chain wear – why it matters and how to prevent it

Everything you need to know about chain checkers, chain stretch and how to prolong the life of your mountain bike chain

Fri, Feb 21, 2025 12:49
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How to service your mountain bike fork

A step-by-step guide on the basic 50 hour service.

Fri, Feb 21, 2025 09:30
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How to bleed your MTB brakes – Shimano, Hope, TRP and Tektro tips

How to bleed your own Shimano style brakes with the right bleed kit and little bit of know-how.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 15:00
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Welcome to Home Mechanics’ Week – a seven-day DIY extravaganza

A week of learning new skills, tips and tricks and becoming a better home mechanic in the process.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 12:02
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How to clean your mountain bike – our top tips for keeping your bike spotless

Here is our guide on how to get the cleanest bike with the least effort

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 12:00
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How to add sealant to your tyres

Top tips for keeping on top go your tubeless tyre sealant.

Thu, Feb 20, 2025 09:30
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How to replace your pivot bearings

Everything you need to know about pivot bearings and how to replace them.

Wed, Feb 19, 2025 11:08
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How to service a headset and replace headset bearings

Headset servicing, cleaning and maintenance explained.

Wed, Feb 19, 2025 09:00
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How to clean disc brakes on a bicycle

Everything you need to know about cleaning your mountain bike disc brakes.

Tue, Feb 18, 2025 14:01
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How to clean your bicycle chain

Everything you need to know about chain cleaning.

Tue, Feb 18, 2025 09:48
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How to fix a chain on a bicycle

Everything you need to know about fixing a chain trailside.

Mon, Feb 17, 2025 11:47
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Five Cool Things from Orbea, ENVE, Rimpact, Elite and Stans

An e-MTB, high end trail wheels and a chain damper make it into this week's Five Cool Things.

Fri, Feb 14, 2025 13:00
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MTB trail etiquette – can winter riding damage trails?

Does winter riding ruin mountain bike trails? We examine the causes of trail damage.

Thu, Feb 13, 2025 12:27
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Mountain bike mud tyres – everything you need to know

All the intricate details of mud tyres and which option is best for the riding you enjoy.

Wed, Feb 12, 2025 13:04
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The 100% Armega goggles, Pivot Trailcat, Race Face’s ERA and Turbine wheels,

We check out Pivot's two-in-one trail bike and the best stories of the week.

Fri, Feb 07, 2025 12:28
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Industry Insider – MTB career highlights with Dom Mason of Mason Cycles

Mason Cycles is one of the UK’s premium off-road bike brands, and it was built on an already long and bright career in the bike industry. We speak to co-founder Dom Mason about his journey.

Fri, Feb 07, 2025 09:00
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How does tyre sealant work?

Everything you need to know about tubeless sealant

Thu, Feb 06, 2025 15:01
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What is a cyclo-cross bike?

Learn all about the drop-bar dirt bike built for competing in the cyclo-cross racing discipline.

Thu, Feb 06, 2025 12:00
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Bike size guide – how to find the perfect bike size for you

Bike sizing advice for beginner gravel and mountain bikers.

Wed, Feb 05, 2025 09:00
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Pivot Trailcat LT Pro X0 first ride review

Does Pivot's new two-bikes-in-one formula work?

Tue, Feb 04, 2025 08:00
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2025 UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships – how the races were won

Full race recap of how the weekend unfolded.

Mon, Feb 03, 2025 08:14
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The Orbea Oiz, Fox’s new Speedframe and the Genesis Vagabond

This week's Five Cool Things and the top stories of the week.

Fri, Jan 31, 2025 13:00
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Has the UCI Mountain Bike World Series just outpriced itself with a new pay-to-view option?

Expect to splash out £30.99 per month on a TNT Sports sub for the privilege of watching the 2025 Whoop UCI Mountain Bike World Series.

Fri, Jan 31, 2025 08:58
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Road bike vs mountain bike: understanding the differences

Exploring the similarities and differences between road bikes and mountain bikes.

Wed, Jan 29, 2025 08:00
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Cycling in winter – six tips for riding outside in the cold

Top advice to make the soggy season more bearable

Fri, Jan 24, 2025 15:00
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The Curtis Bikes G.O.A.T, OneUp’s new Clip Pedals and more

We take a look at some of the UK's top hand-made bikes and the best stories from the week.

Fri, Jan 24, 2025 13:00
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2025 UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships preview

Next weekend the 2025 UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championships take place in Northern France. Here’s everything you need to know.

Fri, Jan 24, 2025 12:00
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Night riding – 8 tips for mountain biking at night

Get organised and motivated to ride into the night this year.

Wed, Jan 22, 2025 12:59
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GT Bicycles – the story of an iconic marque

We dive into GT's history and chat with Hans Rey about his experience with the brand.

Mon, Jan 20, 2025 13:00
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Mountain biking in the rain – how to ride in muddy conditions

Top tips on how to make the most out of riding wet trails

Fri, Jan 17, 2025 14:52
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Hunt’s Proven XC wheelset, Merida’s latest e-mountain bikes, Prestacycle’s new multi-tool and cold weather gloves from TLD

Five Cool Things is back!

Fri, Jan 17, 2025 13:00
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Winter cycling clothing – everything you need to stay warm

We list the best winter riding wardrobe essentials.

Wed, Jan 15, 2025 13:00
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Are shorter MTB cranks really better?

We've been testing all the options to find out whether shorter cranks provide any benefits.

Wed, Jan 15, 2025 09:00
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Grip shift vs trigger shift – which is best for you?

In mountain biking, when you need to gear, it’s either twist-and-shift, or you hit the trigger. But which of these gear-shifting mechanisms are best for your riding style?

Mon, Jan 13, 2025 14:00
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How to set up your mountain bike for winter

Get set for winter and keep those wheels rolling

Fri, Jan 10, 2025 13:00
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Industry Insider – MTB Career insights with Joe McEwan of Starling Cycles

We catch up with Joe McEwan, the founder of Starling Cycles to learn how he created a high-end steel bike brand from his garden shed.

Fri, Jan 10, 2025 09:00
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UCI unveils new Continental MTB Series with no Asian or African rounds

At the end of 2024, the UCI announced the launch of a new Continental MTB series, designed to offer aspiring World Cup racers the chance to qualify for the series – yet there are no rounds in Africa or Asia.

Tue, Jan 07, 2025 13:34
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Gear of the year 2024 – Ty Rutherford’s tech highlights

An electric mountain bike, goggles and an object of desire.

Mon, Jan 06, 2025 12:00
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Mountain bike racing 2024 – a year in review

It would be fair to say that 2024 has been a corker of a year for mountain bike racing, and one laced with drama, too. We take a look back at the last season.

Mon, Jan 06, 2025 08:30
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