Contador wore mystery Specialized shoes at Giro
This article was originally published on Cyclingnews.Alberto Contador used a unique pair of unbranded shoes on his way to winning the Giro dâItalia, with the black shoes seemingly a lighter and less...
View ArticleSpecialized Tarmac Pro Disc - first look and analysis
Third in the line of Specialized Tarmac Disc bikes â behind the two Di2 models â the Tarmac Pro Disc offers the same race-bike-meets-discs geometry as its top-end siblings, along with carbon...
View ArticleSpectator's guide to the Fort William World Cup
Fort William has hosted a Downhill World Cup every year since 2002 â except in 2010, when it had the honour of hosting the World Championships instead â making it one of the longest running and...
View ArticleIon K-Lite Knee Pads
Finding a set of knee pads that are comfortable to ride in all day is a tricky business, especially when you want enough protection for a technical ride. Thereâs a raft of similar pads to fill this...
View ArticleBMC Speedfox 27.5 Trailcrew – first ride
In the days leading up to the third round of the Enduro World Series in Scotland, BMC invited Bikeradar out to the Tweed Valley, where the race was soon to be staged. There, the team introduced us to a...
View ArticleCustom builder bike profile: Zukas's swoopy cyclocross machine
Weâre all used to seeing the bikes that custom builders create for their customers but what do they build for themselves? In this new series on BikeRadar, we take a look at what these artisans create...
View ArticleYT Capra AL1 now available in size XL
In a move that will please taller riders throughout the world, YT industries has for the first time made its latest Capra AL enduro bike in a size extra-large.The new size option should address one of...
View ArticleBest fat bikes of 2015
Despite being a relatively young cycling niche, fat bikes have already sprouted several evolutionary branches. We tested six of the best fat bikes on the market from across these burgeoning...
View ArticleBontrager RL bib shorts
Weâll start the review of Bontrager's RL bibs by stating there are other options available alongside the Rasta stripe pictured, and we happen to love the paw print logo. Visuals aside, itâs clear...
View ArticleThrowback Thursday: 1988 Schwinn Paramount
Modern professional road racers often have a fleet of bikes to choose from: a lightweight one for climbing, an aero one for flatter and faster stages, dedicated time trial rigs, classics machines, and...
View ArticlePolar M450 bike computer with Bluetooth and an LED light
Polar's new M450 Bike Computer combines a front-facing LED light for safety with the standard GPS-and barometer-based features like speed, distance and altitude, plus Bluetooth Smart connectivity for...
View ArticleCore training for cyclists
Youâre out for a long ride and an hour or so in youâre feeling super strong. But, as time goes on, a niggling tightness starts to develop in your lower back. Tightness changes to back pain and soon...
View ArticleRapha Women’s 100 capsule collection released
Reassuringly expensive cycling brand Rapha has launched a capsule collection of womenâs road cycling kit to celebrate the 2015 Womenâs 100 event. The Womenâs 100 is one of Raphaâs flagship...
View ArticleRose Xeon Team GF-4400 Hydro
Making the most of the online-only companyâs lower overheads, Rose delivers maximum value for money with the GF-4400. SRAMâs Force 22 groupset isnât normally offered on a bike at the is price...
View ArticlePro Lite Antero AM 29er wheels
29ers pretty much live and die by the quality of their wheels and Pro Lite has put some serious thought into its new Antero wheels. Theyâre a decent set mechanically but definitely more trail than...
View ArticleTrainerRoad and Zwift release updates
If youâre a member of the online training world, then youâll be familiar with the constant updates the leaders do to keep you in top form. Both TrainerRoad and Zwift have announced long lists of...
View ArticleBradley Wiggins’ Pinarello Bolide HR track bike
This article originally appeared on CyclingnewsBradley Wiggins will attempt the UCI Hour Record this Sunday at the Lee Valley VeloPark aboard a Pinarello Bolide HR. The bike was co-engineered by Jaguar...
View ArticleFriday five-a-side: this week's new bike gear
You've checked Facebook for the 400th time today, you're cross-eyed with boredom, and if you'd rather slam your tongue in the photocopier than listen to another one of Dave's golf anecdotes. Yes folks,...
View ArticleTop five cycling training mistakes - video
As Greg LeMond once put it: "It never gets easier, you just get faster." With that in mind, here are our top five most common training pitfalls to avoid.Video: Top five cycling training...
View ArticleEddy Merckx dives into high-end alloy with new Blockhaus 67
Rather than develop a cheaper carbon frame to anchor the value-minded end of its lineup, Eddy Merckx has instead made the bold decision to unveil an all-new, high-end aluminium platform called...
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