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Who are the contenders for the 2024 Vuelta a España?
Here are the key riders to watch at the 21-stage event
By Cycling Weekly Published
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'I’ve heard stories of him head-butting walls - maybe that can be my trademark!' — meet the Grindley racing duo
The British teenager has hit the ground running in his sporting career, but that’s no surprise as his father did exactly the same
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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I got ultra-fit over 40 - and you can, too
Having quit serious training for a life on the road, Marcus Leach has a change of heart upon turning 40 – and decides it’s time to get back in the hurt locker
By Marcus Leach Published
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Olympic tech: what the Paris 2024 athletes are riding this year
Olympic performance isn’t just the product of a four-year training cycle, but of research, design and technological advances
By Joe Baker Published
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‘Nobody cares, work harder’ - how Keegan Swenson muscled his way to gravel dominance
With all the big races to his name, he's America’s best gravel racer, and now, he has rainbow stripes in his sight
By Ryan Simonovich Published
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'One of sport's great stories' - Dan Bigham and the Olympic dream that almost fell apart
A training crash in Paris almost derailed the Brit's Olympic journey, but after years of dedication, he's now a silver medallist
By Tom Davidson Published
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I realised when my toddler slept in that family bikepacking was possible: 8 tips for bikepacking with children
Just remember to take a bucket with a lid, writes Sam Jones
By Sam Jones Published
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Revisiting memorable cycling moments from Olympic history
As we enjoy the action from Paris, Chris Sidwells looks back on cycling’s biggest Olympic moments
By Chris Sidwells Published
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Hidden monsters: America’s 4 best secret cycling climbs to add to your bucket list
Europe may be home to some of the most legendary climbs, but the United States has plenty of towering monsters with its own mythology and a handful of giants that you may not have heard about yet.
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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Core training vs strength training: which will make you a better cyclist?
In our 'Will It Work?' series, Sports Science expert Hannah Reynolds investigates common fitness hacks, to determine if they're really any good for the time crunched athlete
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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'You can't pass the salt': Exploring professional cyclists' extraordinary superstitions and good luck charms
Tom Thewlis delves into the superstitions of the Tour de France peloton and tries to find out why riders adhere to them
By Tom Thewlis Last updated
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11 ways to increase your average speed: training tips and instant gains
When looked at over a period of months, your average speed can tell you a great deal about how you’re improving as a cyclist. Here’s some top tips to get your mean looking meaner
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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The science of detraining and retraining
Time off the bike is the enemy of fitness but how bad is the damage and how best to reverse it? James Shrubsall investigates
By James Shrubsall Published
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What does it take to make the Team GB Olympic squad?
Anna Morris, 29, from Cardiff, put her career as a junior doctor on hold to ride for Team GB at the Paris 2024 Olympics
By Rob Kemp Published
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I rode the Paris Olympics road race course on a 20-kilogram hire bike
On a three-speed steed, I struggled up the trio of climbs – two of which are cobbled – that will light up the weekend's action
By Tom Davidson Published
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'I want to be the best in the world' - sitting down with Chloé Dygert
A crash in the time trial thwarted Chloé Dygert's Olympic triple effort, but she's still got the track and road race to go. Chris Marshall-Bell sits down with the enigmatic American to find out what makes her tick
By Chris Marshall-Bell Published
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Hot weather cycling: 6 tips to help you keep your cool
A spell of hot weather needn't stop you enjoying your riding, as long as you take some precautions to prevent over-heating and dehydration
By Anna Marie Abram Published
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Legends of the flame: meet three former cyclists who have carried the Olympic torch
Maria David catches up with three former Olympic competitors and finds them fired up by the privilege of carrying the torch on home soil
By Maria David Published
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Rein it in at 20, get strong at 50: Expert advice on cycle training at every age
As we age, we’re faced with common problems that are to the detriment to our cycling performance. Thankfully, our team of world-class coaches are here to extract the most from your cycling life in your 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond…
By James Witts Published
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What is an 'affordable' race bike these days? And what to look for when shopping for one
Adjusting for inflation, the $1500 that was enough to equip new riders back in the 2010s is closer to $2200 in today’s money. The question is: can you buy something comparable for that amount now?
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Lifetime guarantees are pointless - but they sound good on marketing material
CW's Undercover Mechanic explores the differences between warranties, guarantees, and statutory rights
By Undercover Mechanic Published
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Are you your own worst enemy on the bike? 9 ways to stop self-sabotaging
Are you putting obstacles in the way of your own progress? Josephine Perry examines nine common self-sabotaging behaviours and how to quit them
By Josephine Perry Published
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Eight simple ways to gain free speed
Here are our top tips for free speed: all you need are a few simple adjustments
By Zach Nehr Last updated
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'We'd get McDonald's on the way home': Inside Josh Tarling's rise from determined 8-year-old to Olympic favourite
Ahead of his Olympic debut, the European champion and his dad, Michael, look back at the scene that made him
By Tom Davidson Published
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'We see war everywhere, people are losing their dreams': Olympic cyclist who fled Afghanistan aims to inspire hope
Aged just 16, Amir Ansari fled his home and embarked on a 3,000-mile journey in search of safety. Eight years on, he’s about to become an Olympian. Dan Challis hears his story
By Dan Challis Published
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We tried the Santini Unisex jersey and it made me challenge my preconceived prejudices
As a concept, unisex clothing sounds like a compromise that inhibits personal choice. Santini's take, with its clever design, high-tech fabrics and appealing hues, is anything but
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Is 'intermittent fasting' a shortcut to performance gains?
With time restricted eating an increasingly popular approach, Hannah Reynolds delved into the research, and tested the theory for herself
By Hannah Reynolds Published
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The pedalling panacea: is cycling the best medicine?
As more and more GPs prescribe cycling to improve the nation’s health, Rob Kemp investigates whether getting on your bike really is the best medicine available
By Rob Kemp Published
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Dr Hutch: How to prepare for disastrous underperformance at a bike race
It’s all rather easy when you know how...
By Michael Hutchinson Published