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The latest cycling features, offering expert advice, cycling tips and tricks and other useful guides.
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The best workouts and training plans on Zwift – the coach’s choice
Our resident cycling coach selects the best Zwift workouts and training plans to help you achieve your cycling goals
By Andy Turner Published
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How do I keep cool when using a smart bike or trainer?
Over-heating can drastically diminish your ability on the bike, a common issue when training indoors
By Joe Baker Published
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Gravel came from the US - has it found its way in the UK yet?
Gravel bikes have surged in popularity since their arrival from the US in the 2010s, but can they really challenge our road riding tradition? James Shrubsall investigates
By James Shrubsall Published
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Stiffness vs. Compliance: Making sense of bicycle frame design
How frame designers find the sweet spot between stiffness and compliance as well as some thoughts on “ride quality”
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Sciatica ended my rowing career, but I'm just getting started in cycling
From rower to runner to Rás winner in four short years, Dom Jackson is making waves in UK cycling. Shane Stokes finds out more about his amazing switch from oars to pedals
By Shane Stokes Published
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Best indoor training apps for cycling: virtual riding platforms and training analysis apps
Whether it’s virtual racing and riding or training tracking, planning and analysis, there are plenty of options to choose from - here’s our top picks
By Tom Epton Last updated
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Do simulated climbs indoors benefit your uphill prowess?
The cost of indoor training just keeps climbing, but are gradient simulators a worthwhile investment?
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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Riding climbs indoors isn't the same as scaling a mountain - here's how to ensure your hard work pays off outside
Grinding up virtual climbs may not carry the same physiological benefits as scaling mountains, but the differences can be overcome - cycling coach Andy Turner explains
By Andy Turner Published
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2013 Canyon Ultimate CF SLX restomod climbs like a rocket
Once the owner's 'Sunday best' the rim-brake carbon Canyon is now enjoying a second life on the hill climb circuit
By Luke Friend Published
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I tried Zwift’s three hardest training sessions and broke the pain barrier
We pitch Zwift’s three toughest pre-programmed training sessions head to head to ascertain which one hurts the most
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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Everything you need to know about nitrates
Nitrates have been shown to increase blood flow and oxygen delivery to muscles, boosting cycling performance. Rob Kemp assesses how big a gain they offer
By Rob Kemp Published
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The first time I was overtaken by an e-bike I was jealous and frustrated, now I recognise they belong, even in racing
E-bikes aren’t cheating; they are the future of cycling, says Marley Blonsky
By Marley Blonsky Published
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Indoor training is getting more expensive, is anyone still doing it old school?
Smart trainers and virtual worlds do make indoor riding more engaging, but if this isn't within your budget, you can still reap fitness from the great indoors
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Makers of this AI powered bike claim you can get fit in under nine minutes a day — we put it to the test
Dedicated cyclists often consider an hour the threshold for a successful indoor training session — but could the reality be much, much quicker?
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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Eight ways indoor training has changed since the arrival of smart trainers and Zwift
Since smart trainers hit the indoor cycling scene, and with them the likes of Zwift, turbo training has advanced rapidly. Check out how it's changed.
By Cat Glowinski Published
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Think you don't need to eat for a 60 minute indoor session? Think again
Do you just jump on the trainer for an early session, or after work, without fuel? You may be missing out on low-hanging fruit, argues cycling coach Andy Turner
By Andy Turner Published
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Sit-ups will give you a six-pack, but will they make you a better rider?
Cyclists have incorporated 'core training' into their winter plans for decades, but are we missing the real strength gains? Hannah Reynolds investigates
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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I hit menopause and found I was osteopenic - this is what cyclists (male and female) need to know
Bone health declines as we age, and cyclists are more vulnerable than most - but there's a lot we can do to address the problem, as physiotherapist and racer Nicole Oh explains
By Nicole Oh Published
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Subtly modded Factor Ostro VAM is proof that a modern aero bike can climb
A few tweaks are all it took to transform Adam Pinder's Factor into a competitive hill-climbing machine
By Luke Friend Published
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Navigating messy sprints and the secret to longevity: 32-year-old pro lifts the lid
The British Arkéa rider on shifting from sprinter to leadout man
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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500km of perfect gravel roads; why Sweden's Dalsland region is the best gravel destination you've never heard of
As part of our gravel issue for CW's travel month we went to discover a little known part of Sweden
By Simon Richardson Published
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There are not many things you can rely upon in this world, but my Hope hubs are a rare exception
Mechanic Glen Whittington had the Hope hubs recommended to him over 20 years ago, and they're still going strong
By Glen Whittington Published
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What muscles does cycling work the most?
We take a deep dive into the many muscles used for cycling and the roles they perform
By Andy Turner Last updated
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'The bike’s been the biggest therapeutic element for me': Former pro and DS Allan Peiper's battle against prostate cancer
Allan Peiper has won stages and Grand Tours, both as a rider and a DS. Since 2014, though, his biggest challenge has been a recurring battle with prostate cancer. He talks candidly to Chris Marshall-Bell about the ups and downs of his struggle
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Our 'van life' dream failed, so we tried to make surfing and cycle touring compatible — this is what happened
If cycle touring teaches anything, it is that life rarely goes according to plan, as Isobel Duxfield found out when riding what soon become a pedal-propelled sail around the Pacific Coast
By Isobel Duxfield Published
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'My foot was facing the wrong way': Inside Katie Archibald's remarkable recovery from broken leg to World Championships
In less than four months, the two-time Olympic champion has gotten back to racing fitness. Here's how she did it
By Tom Davidson Published
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Best mudguards/fenders for gravel bikes 2024: Our recommendations to protect you and your bike
Want to extend the life of your components and ride in greater comfort? We’ve rounded up the best fenders / mudguards to protect both you and your gravel bike
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Last updated
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Buying a saddle online without a fit is a risky move — here's how to find the best perch for you
Getting your saddle right makes all the difference, we spoke to an expert to help guide you in the process
By Rob Kemp Published
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Our relationship survived 800 km on 10 minutes of sleep — less hardy pairings would have quit
Hallucinations, crashes, and no sleep: Ultraracing couple share the secrets that keep them racing together
By Rob Kemp Published