Latest articles by Chris Hovenden
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Sidi Ergo 4 shoes review
We review the Sidi Ergo 4 shoes, which have an impressive level of adjustability, but lose points for their weight, bulky look, and relatively high price.
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Is a long-tailed aero helmet faster?
We weigh up the pros and cons of long-tailed versus short-tailed time trial helmets when racing against the clock
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Garmin Edge 20 (video) review
Garmin is primarily known for its high end GPS devices. However, Garmin threw its hat into the entry level cycling GPS market when it released the Edge 20
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Rapha Team Sky France Jersey review
Rapha’s range of Team Sky jerseys inspired by cycling’s leading European nations are full of little details that make for top quality jerseys
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Hope Vision 1 LED front light review
Another great product from the British company, we take a look at the Hope Vision 1 LED front light
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NoPinz/Aerocoach ATS Trip Suit review
The NoPinz/Aerocoach ATS Trip Suit is one of the most technically advanced skinsuits currently on the market, with top aerodynamics and a comfortable pad.
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Casual cycling t-shirts from brands you haven’t heard of
We cyclists all like to look great on the bike, but now with the help of some seriously stylish casual t-shirts we can look equally sharp be it sitting on the sofa watching the sport’s biggest races or out on the town
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Why leaving hair on your legs could help you go faster
Edmund Bradbury of NFTO explains how to go faster, including why not all pros have smooth shaven legs
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Sir Chris Hoy unveils his new top of the range aluminium bike
Decorated Olympian Chris Hoy has revealed his latest range of bikes including the aluminium Alto Irpavi .004 which sits at the top of the tree
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Lezyne Super Drive 1200XXL review
The Lezyne Super Drive 1200XXL is a very bright and robust light, however it is a bit weighty
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Team Wiggins look to save watts with Nopinz
Following the success of Team LottoNL-Jumbo in the Tour de France stage one time trial it looks like some of the Team Wiggins riders are considering using the Nopinz SpeedPocket
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Nopinz Trip Sockz review
The Trip Sockz have become incredibly popular in the time trial community. We decided to find out whether all the hype is justified
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Rapha Deep Winter Gloves review
In the cold winter months it is important to keep your hands warm. The Rapha Deep Winter Gloves are designed to protect your hands in extreme weather
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Garmin aims to improve rider safety
Garmin has been at the front of the queue for releasing new products this week, and today they’ve unveiled another – the launch of the Varia range of ‘smart’ cycling devices.
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I took part in the world's hardest race and survived...just (video)
The Tortour Cyclocross was the World's first multi day cyclocross gravel stage race
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Look 795 Aerolight Proteam review
The Look 795 Aerolight Proteam has the tag-line "successful integration" and was clearly designed with all out speed in mind
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Ritte Ace review
US brand Ritte has added the Ace to the top of its road frame line up. After riding over 300 miles here is our full test report
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Rapha Backpack review
Rapha is renowned for creating cycling apparel that looks good and has great functionality. We checked whether the Rapha Backpack ticked all the boxes when it comes to what you want from a commuter rucksack
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Mango Bikes Point R review
We tested the Mango Bikes Point R, a sub-£1000 alloy machine
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Why are the GB pursuit squad not wearing socks?
Bradley Wiggins and the rest of the team pursuit squad rode to victory at the European Track Championships in Switzerland not wearing socks
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Tech of the Week: the £1000 national championship winning bike & the most exciting new bikes for 2016
This week proved you don't always have to buy a brand new and expensive bike to be quick. However, there are still plenty of new bikes out there
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HideMyBell out-front computer mount review
The HideMyBell looks to combine a classic bell with an out-front computer mount. We put it to the test
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Dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve review
Initially designed for triathletes, Dryrobe calls its collection of garments the most versatile changing robes and outdoor products. We put the Dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve to the test
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Does this Cannondale CAAD 12 have the best paint job you've seen?
The Cannondale CAAD 12 gets an eye-catching bespoke US stars and stripes paint job
