How to set up a suspension fork – video
Most suspension forks will have a set of dials that allow you to adjust how they work. Getting these settings correct is essential to maintaining your fork's performance and ensuring you have the most...
View Articleo-synce navi2coach cycle computer review
This o-synce (“Oh science!”) unit may be pricey but it offers extensive downloadable GPS data. Tons of functions are available through its tunable multi-cell display, especially if you upgrade it with...
View ArticleThe science behind Specialized Body Geometry
Bike fit – it’s something many of us often hear or talk about, but the truth is, few can claim to have it right. In years past, buying a new bike would include a ‘fit’, comprising of a little...
View ArticleMavic CXR Ultimate aero road shoes – first look
Mavic’s CXR Ultimate range is a new-for-2015 collection of aero gear, including jersey, bibs, gloves and helmet. First up, we’ve got the Mavic CXR Ultimate cycling shoes.Coming in at £300...
View ArticleErgon BX2 hydration pack review
Ergon’s BX2 hydration pack teams a sophisticated fit system with simple storage.While different sized bags are common in hiking, Ergon is the only bike bag we know of that comes in both large and small...
View ArticleBuyer's guide to mountain bike groupsets
Groupsets are the collections of parts that makes up a bike's gearing and braking. This comprises the shifters, crankset, front and rear derailleurs, chain, rear cassette and brakes. Just like our...
View ArticleQuick Caps quick-release lock hits Kickstarter
Quick Caps is a new invention from British engineer Curtis Dorrington, designed to secure quick-release skewers, avoiding wheel theft. The clever design is currently on Kickstarter, where the project...
View ArticleGiro Savant road helmet review
The Savant resembles many of Giro’s higher end helmets– and carries a surprising level of technical features for a helmet that sits near the bottom of the lineup.Using Giro's In-Mold technology, the...
View ArticleGet into road cycling - video
If you've ever thought about getting into road cycling, BikeRadar can only say one thing: do it!We've put together a video guide to tell you all about cycling for fitness, fun, competition or commuting...
View ArticleTrail Tech: Advancements in post-ride hydration technology
Interbike was a bit of a letdown for tech editors like me, because most of the latest and greatest mountain bikes and components had already been launched. I shuffled about with several other...
View ArticleWiggle Dragon Ride site crashes with entry demand
Thousands of cyclists crashed the Human Race servers yesterday morning, as entries opened for the 2015 edition of the Wiggle Dragon Ride sportive, which takes place on 7 June.With sportives becoming...
View ArticleZwift launches multiplayer online training videogame
Any cyclist with a turbo trainer and a PC could soon be racing their friends around the world with a new videogame software called Zwift, which launched Tuesday at Rapha Cycle Clubs in San Francisco,...
View ArticleNovel Hirobel carbon-friendly repair stand clamp launches on Kickstarter
Leery of clamping that delicate carbon fiber frame in your repair stand? Well, you should be as carbon frame tubes should never be clamped directly. That said, clamping the seatpost isn't always an...
View ArticleMulti-day racing: mountain bike marathon training
As we discussed in our previous two articles on multi-day mountain bike racing bike setup and marathon nutrition, it’s important to be prepared for such epic adventures. After all, you want to enjoy...
View ArticleVitus Escarpe 290 review
Vitus’s trail-taming Escarpe is available in two forms – as the 29er you see here or with 650b wheels. While the smaller wheeled Escarpe 275 serves up 140mm (5.5in) of travel at each end, the 290 can...
View ArticlePioneer SGX-CA500 CycloComputer review
The Pioneer SGX-CA500 was first and foremost introduced to display and receive the huge amount of information given from the electronic-specialist’s Gen-2 Power Meter. But given that it works with ANT+...
View ArticleBuyer's guide to power meters
Power meters are no longer the preserve of pro-level cyclists only. Granted, they're not cheap, but they're more readily available and slightly more affordable than they have been before.But how do...
View ArticleBest power meters
A power meter is still the best device for tracking changes to your fitness. And while they’ve improved over the years, they still have their quirks, not least being their cost. They range from £600 /...
View ArticlePRO Mega bike bag review
The PRO Mega might not be the cheapest bike bag out there, but it’s one of the best thought out travel cases we’ve tried. The highlight is the removable frame that’s Velcroed inside. This has sliding...
View ArticleBianchi opens cafe and brand store in Milan - gallery
Almost 130 years after the Bianchi bike company was created in Milan, the Italian brand's trademark celeste is again colouring the city thanks to the opening of a new Cafe & Cycles store.Much like...
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