Latest articles by Chris Hovenden
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The latest Zipp 404 wheels use new hub and braking surface technology
The Zipp 404 NSW carbon clincher has a new aerodynamic profile along with a new hub and braking surface
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Giant-Alpecin to wear protective shorts at Tour de France
No one wants to fall off their bike, and for many even talk of “touching down” is taboo. However, being prepared is no bad thing….
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Sako7 Socks Mondrian White review
Colourful long socks are somewhat de rigueur in the cycling world. There are none more flamboyant than those offered by Sako7
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Specialized S-Works Sub 6 Shoes review
Lace-up shoes are becoming more and more popular. The Specialized S-Works Sub 6 shoes are said to be light, stiff and aero
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Are bikes with disc brakes faster?
Will disc brakes will help you get from A to B quicker than a classic caliper set-up?
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Top seven time trial specific helmets used in the Tour de France
In stage one's individual time trial and Sunday's team time trial, we got to witness some top end kit all designed to save as many watts as possible. We look at some of the time trial specific helmets being used by the pros.
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Check out the 23 sub-£1,500 bikes that make up the new Boardman Performance range
New logo, new colour schemes and new bikes. The Boardman Performance range has been updated for 2016
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Endura FS260-Pro SL Classics Jersey review
The Endura FS260-Pro SL Classics Jersey is said to marry pro style with all weather protection. We put it to the test
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Hoy Vulpine Men’s Roubaix bib tights review
Sir Chris Hoy and Vulpine have collaborated to create some stylish cycling apparel. We put the Hoy Vulpine Men's Roubaix bib tights to the test
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R90 mattress by Sport Sleep Coach review
Elite sport sleep coach Nick Littlehales has supplied Bradley Wiggins et al with Elite R90 sleep kits, including the R90 mattress. We put it to the test
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Specialized Audax Shoes review
The Specialized Audax shoes are designed to be worn on long rides. We see whether they can last the distance
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Magicshine Eagle 600 front bike light review
The Magicshine Eagle 600 has dropped in price but retains its many impressive features
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How are titanium bikes made? (video)
Titanium bikes are experiencing a renaissance. There is something about the look of a bare titanium frame - but they come with a premium price
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Too much force Harrison! Ford sent replacement Genesis frame after 'mishap'
Hollywood actor and cycling fan Harrison Ford chooses UK brand Genesis as his bike of choice
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Which climbs faster – an aero bike or lightweight bike? (video)
Our experiment sets out to discover how much the weight penalty of an aero bike will hold you back on a typical UK climb
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Lazer Genesis LifeBEAM review
With an integrated heart rate sensor the Lazer Genesis LifeBEAM could be the answer for those that do not like wearing a chest strap
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Rotor INpower power meter review
We put the Rotor INpower power meter through its paces in a whole winter worth of testing, seeing if its single-sided design can match up to the big boys.
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Giro Gauge HV Mountain Bike Shoes review
The Giro Gauge Mountain Bike shoes are said to provide race-worthy performance and off-road comfort. We put these bold claims to the test
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The KOM Club: See how you compare to Strava royalty
The place for everyone hunting a segment title
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GoPro Hero4 Session review
With more and more people filming their rides action cameras are becoming very popular. I tested the latest offering from one of the leading action camera brands: the GoPro Hero4 Session
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Movistar use Endura skinsuits with a watt saving number pocket
Movistar uses a cutting edge Endura skinsuit, with a transparent number pocket, to gain an aero advantage at the Tour de San Luis
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Road racing could receive new influx following triathlon rule change
You could see some new faces at your next road race, now that a rule change has forced triathletes to practise their bunch riding
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Chris Boardman gets planning permission for 'revolutionary wind tunnel'
Boardman Bikes gain planning permission to build a 'revolutionary' new cycling centre, equipped with both wind tunnel and physiology testing site.
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Sealskinz Performance Thermal gloves review
You want a pair of winter gloves to be waterproof, windproof and breathable. Sealskinz says the Performance Thermal gloves tick all the boxes. We put this claim to the test
