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Tyre pressure – 21 Days of Tour Tech
Asking a pro mechanic what the perfect tyre pressure is for racing is like asking a physiologist what the ideal weight is for a racer. The answer is, well, it depends.Variables that affect tyre...
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BMC embraces riders' nationalities - 21 Days of Tour Tech
BMC as a company got into World Cup fever this summer, with national pride spilling over from watching the international football competition into the Tour de France. At the Tour, each BMC rider has...
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BH Ultimate RC 27.5 XT review
Heavy rains kept us staring at this bike for over a week, as it sat inside our office just begging to be ridden hard. The BH Ultimate RC carbon hardtail is a cheaper version of the World Cup-proven...
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The benefits of fish
Fish is an underrated alternative to meat as a good source of protein in your diet. “It contains almost half the calories per 100g compared to red meat and is naturally lower in saturated fat than red...
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Feedback Sports Velo Column storage review
Indoor bike storage is no doubt the cause of many domestic arguments, and for those with rentals and/or limited floor space, it can become an even greater concern. How do you get the bikes off the...
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226-mile Etape Xtrem sportive announced for 2015
The new Chain Reaction Cycles Etape Xtrem ultra sportive bundles the three Snowdonia-based Etape Eyri routes into one epic 226-mile ride with more than 4,800m of climbing. The event is limited to a...
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How to fit cleats to road bike shoes - video
Clipless pedals are an essential component of modern road bikes. They enable more efficient pedalling by allowing you to pull up as well as pushing down on the pedals. To use them, you also need to...
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The Italian job
When Punta Ala in Tuscany hosted the first ever Enduro World Series round in 2013, its mix of ancient trails beneath the forest canopy and beautiful beaches put it firmly on our must-ride radar. We've...
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Cervelo and Rotor to sponsor MTN-Qhubeka Pro Continental team from 2015
Canadian superbike manufacturer Cervelo and oval chainring specialist Rotor will sponsor the MTN-Qhubeka Pro Continental cycling team in 2015. The news of Cervelo’s involvement could tally with...
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Petacchi’s S-Works Tarmac – 21 Days of Tour Tech
Italian Alessandro Petacchi was once an Alpha sprinter in his own right, winning no less than 48 Grand Tour stages from 2000 to 2010. After bowing out of this role at the end of 2012, he joined Omega...
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Pinnacle Arkose Two review
Pinnacle is an Evans Cycles house brand, and not one we normally associate with daring or outlandish designs. The Arkose Two’s bright green alloy frame is decidedly conventional with its threaded...
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POC Flow shorts – in brief review
There’s an appealing simplicity to POC's Flow shorts, which have a reassuringly solid and protective feel that’s all about the high quality of the fabric. The shell has a rugged feel, with just a tad...
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Buyer's guide to bike locks – video
More than 1,200 bikes are stolen every day in the UK alone – about 444,000 a year – so it's essential to invest in a decent lock if you want to keep your prized ride safe. There are three main things...
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Specialized Oura Expert Gel saddle review
The women-specific Oura Expert Gel is part of Specialized’s Body Geometry series, which is based around the idea of achieving optimum personal fit through precise measurement and calculation. Highs:...
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The bikes of Saddle Drive 2014
Saddle Drive is the annual summer expo put on by North America's largest bicycle parts distributor, Quality Bicycle Products. This week, bike shop owners and employees from across the United States...
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The bikes of Saddle Drive 2014
Saddle Drive is the annual summer expo put on by North America's largest bicycle parts distributor, Quality Bicycle Products. This week, bike shop owners and employees from across the United States...
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Let me explain…
With seemingly everyone now a cycling fan, you no doubt getting a ton of questions from non-cycling mates: Why isn’t the bloke at the front in the lead? How can someone win without winning a stage?...
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Beginner's guide to riding in traffic
Many people cite safety fears as the reason they wouldn't commute by bike. Here cycling skills and safety consultant John Franklin goes through the basics of riding in traffic safely.Anticipation...
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Tour de France stage 17: Majka victorious on Pla d'Adet
This article was originally published on Cyclingnews.Rafal Majka (Tinkoff-Saxo) took his second stage win at the Tour de France, soloing in to win atop the Pla d’Adet. After having dueled for mountain...
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Fondriest 2015 road range launched
Fondriest's parent company, Cicli Esperia SpA, launched the latest models of its TF road bikes at the historic Monti Velodrome, with Italian road legend Maurizio Fondriest in attendance.TFDThe biggest...
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