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'The difference between a good and great Esports racer can be found in marginal gains such as fuelling properly' – The secret lives of elite indoor cyclists
Top-flight Esports racers hit WorldTour-level power numbers, but most are not professionals. We meet the indoor elites juggling ambitious racing goals around full-time jobs
By Zach Nehr Published
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'It can negatively affect training adaptation and performance long before anaemia develops' – Is iron deficiency holding you back on the bike?
An expert's take on blood health and performance
By Rob Kemp Published
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How do the pros train? Mattia Agostinacchio takes us through his pre-race week
The 18-year-old Italian is the European U23 cyclo-cross champion and the youngest rider in the men's WorldTour
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Climbing power indoors versus outdoors
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Is there a difference, and why might that be?
By Andy Turner Published
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I took a Brompton to a 67km gravel event to prove they're not just a toy for the inner city...
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The world's most famous folding bike is far more capable than many people think!
By Jamie Williams Published
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Commute-proof your bike to withstand whatever the weather throws at it
Almost any bike can be used to get you to work, but if you're using a race bike, it needs some TLC to stand up to the rigours of the job
By Andy Carr Published
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A world champion's track bike built by an Olympian
Graham Webb won on both road and track at national and world level.
By Simon Richardson Published
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'We were all joking about winning' – how this 19-year-old outsmarted the world's best sprinters for her first WorldTour win
A day on, Carys Lloyd talks through her breakout victory at the Ronde van Brugge
By Tom Davidson Published
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'A feast and a famine' – why are profits falling for major bike brands?
Industry challenges are coming from all corners of the world
By Tom Davidson Published
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What three months, 500km, and 30+ school runs taught me about ditching the car for a cargo bike
When I found myself unexpectedly without a car, I committed to seeing whether a cargo bike could honestly fill the void. This is my report from the road detailing the highs, the lows, and the reality of 500km of cargo bike usage
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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The Aotos Flux X26 could be the future of the "moto-style" e-bike, and it’s officially here. The Kickstarter campaign is live, and there are big incentives for early backers
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Supported Aotos say they have redefined urban adventure with the launch of the Flux X26 Smart E-Bike, which comes packed with smart tech, insane torque, a huge battery range and all-terrain capabilities
By Paul Brett Published
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I have been cycling for over 30 years, and these are all the essentials you need to start commuting by bike today!
From the non-negotiables to the nice-to-haves, here are my top tips for how to make going by bike as easy and as stress-free as possible
By Hannah Bussey Last updated
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Cycle commuting: is it wasted miles?
Riding to and from work is more than just a good way to avoid getting stuck in traffic jams or ending up with your face in someone's armpit on public transport - it's great for staying cycle fit. Or is it?
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated
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'It's almost 12 years since I quit – I still don't regret it': We tracked down cycling's lost world champion and VO2 max record holder
As a teenager, Oskar Svendsen emerged as one of the sport's most promising talents... then he disappeared. Tom Davidson finds out where he’s been
By Tom Davidson Published
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What are the benefits of commuting by bike? Here are nine great reasons to get on your bike to go to work
The benefits to your fitness, the environment and your wallet are the big ones – but we’ve got a few more that might surprise you
By Anna Marie Abram Last updated
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Home truths for bike security: don’t let your pride and joy become a crime stat
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Lock out the pros and opportunistic crims from stealing your bike at home
By Simon Fellows Published
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The UCI shouldn't give recommendations on what to eat and drink: that's our job
There was something very odd about the UCI's statement on ketone drinks, but that's nothing new
By Michael Hutchinson Published
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'Everybody's looking at me' – Tadej Pogačar on his dates with destiny at Milan-San Remo and Paris-Roubaix
The world champion could become the first rider in almost 50 years to win all five Monuments – but how much does it matter to him? Tom Davidson meets him to find out
By Tom Davidson Published
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Hot take: the Oakley Vanguard Meta glasses would be better without AI
If Oakley cuts ties with Meta and stripped away the always-on AI assistant entirely, the Vanguard glasses might actually be a better product
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Cole Kessler's Spring Classics-ready Factor One
One of the biggest, boldest, and bad-ass aero bikes in the pro peloton
By Aaron Borrill Published
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'We need to fight for our sport' - Demi Vollering on winning, social media, and taking a leading role in her sport
In our exclusive interview, we explore what really drives the number one ranked rider in the women's peloton to keep improving
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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'I owe that ride a lot' - how a bike ride helped diagnose one man's testicular cancer
A snowy mountain bike ride helped Simon Worley get a cancer diagnosis
By Meg Elliot Published
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Tirreno–Adriatico power analysis: Del Toro dominates as Jorgenson shows best form of his career
8 w/kg, gravel chaos and GC fireworks. We break down the power behind the standout performances at Tirreno-Adriatico
By Zach Nehr Published
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20-minute effort or a ramp test - which Zwift FTP test should you do?
Read our how-to on taking an FTP test on Zwift
By Andy Turner Last updated
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What's the optimal crank length for you? How to calculate the best setup
If the crank length is too long you'll suffer hip, knee and back pain. So, get it right for better bike handling, aero gains and pain-free rides
By Nicole Oh Last updated
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Shamrock and roll: Rory Townsend's custom Rose Shave FFX
Bold and disruptive, the Irish National Road Champion’s Spring Classics race bike is built around an Emerald Isle-themed colour palette - and it looks superb
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Irresistible tech or meaningless data: are body sensors the next frontier in marginal gains?
From core temperature to blood glucose, the latest wearables promise to unlock previously unimaginable gains. But does real-time bio-tracking provides insight or just distraction
By Rob Kemp Published
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X-LAB: The bike brand no one saw coming, and the secret manufacturing powerhouse behind it
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We were granted exclusive access to one of the biggest bike factories in the world and it was about as mind blowing as you might expect!
By Jamie Williams Published
