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Selle San Marco Shortfit Supercomfort Racing saddle review

A short nosed saddle specifically for women.

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  Shimano Sora groupset review

  Everything you need to know about the Shimano Sora groupset

  By Matt Lamy Published 8 October 14

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  Panaracer Gravelking SK TLC gravel tyre review

  Knobbly tyres with low rolling resistance sounds like an oxymoron, but the go anywhere Panaracer Gravelking SK TLC gravel tyre promises just that. So we put them to the go anywhere test.

  By Hannah Bussey Published 12 December 19

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  Hutchinson Fusion 3 Kevlar Pro Tech tyre review

  The Hutchinson Fusion 3 Kevlar Pro Tech is said to be an all weather tyre, which is lightweight and puncture resistant. We put these claims to the test

  By Chris Hovenden Published 30 January 16

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  Lizard Skins DSP 2.5mm handlebar tape review

  Championed by the likes of Alejandro Valverde and the MTN Qhubeka Lizard Skins bar tape feels incredibly comfy.

  By Oliver Bridgewood Published 13 April 15

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  Vittoria Pista CS Elite review

  With two London Velodromes, there's never been a better time to test some track gear, specifically, tubular tyres from Vittoria and the Pista CS Elite

  By Symon Lewis Published 27 June 14

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  Bontrager R3 tubeless-ready tyres review

  More and more brands are bringing out tubeless tyres. We put Bontragers R3 tyres through some extreme tests to see how they perform

  By Oliver Bridgewood Published 8 October 15

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  Rolf Prima Vigor wheels review

  Rolf Prima Vigor - CW tests out Rolf's latest wheelset using its distinctive paired spoke design

  By Cycling Weekly Published 17 November 10

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  Easton EA70 SL tubeless ready wheels review

  The Easton EA70 SL is a mid priced wheel set designed for all heavy use in all conditions

  By Oliver Bridgewood Published 16 October 16

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  Challenge Forte Open Road tyre review

  Challenge Forte tyre that excels in wet, slippery conditions - £45 each

  By Hannah Bussey Published 9 April 13

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  Bike Ribbon Wafer handlebar tape review

  Handlebar tape review: Bike Ribbon Wafer £8.99

  By Henry Robertshaw Published 25 November 13

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  Selle Italia Novus Flow saddle review

  If you move around a lot when riding, then the Selle Italia Novus Flow saddle might be a good choice, but otherwise there are better options on the market.

  By James Bracey Published 12 June 16

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  Bontrager Montrose Elite saddle review

  The Bontrager Montrose Elite saddle is a great, reasonably priced saddle that is comfortable and easy to set up, plus there's even a 30 day trial period.

  By James Bracey Published 10 June 16

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  Redshift Shockstop Suspension Seatpost review

  Not necessarily a necessity - but a luxury that makes a difference

  By Toby Martin Published 29 September 20

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  Fulcrum Racing 5 review

  Fulcrum has updated the Racing 5's spec, but we've been riding the previous version for over three years. Our only major complaint has been addressed in the newer Racing 5 LG.

  By Paul Norman Published 26 January 16

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  SRAM RED eTap AXS Groupset long term review

  A look at what it’s like to ride with the SRAM RED AXS groupset after more than a year

  By Josh Ross Published 8 September 20

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  Essax Shark saddle review

  Its innovative design certainly raises eyebrows, and Essax are making some big claims about its performance benefits, but does this play out on the road?

  By Henry Robertshaw Published 14 January 15

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  USE Nano 4.5 review

  CW tests USE first attempt at carbon wheels with the Nano 4.5 £1,349.99

  By Hannah Bussey Published 5 March 13

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  Velox Tubasti rim cement review

  Velox Tubasti rim cement

  By Mike Hawkins Published 1 December 09

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  Giant SLR 0 42mm disc wheelset review

  The Giant SLR 0 42mm disc wheelset has a rim depth and that makes it aerodynamic and a low weight that makes it fast uphill too

  By Simon Smythe Published 26 April 19

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  Maxxis High Road tyres review

  Maxxis High Road tyres are the latest high end road tyres on the market developed throughout 2018 with UK based team Canyon Eisberg

  By Vern Pitt Published 12 December 19

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  Michelin Power Competition tyres review

  Michelin announces a new road tyre range with significant performance benefits over its current top Pro4 range

  By Paul Norman Published 13 December 18

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  Fizik Cyrano 00 handlebar review

  The Fizik Cyrano 00 is a top-of-the range super-lightweight carbon-fibre handlebar

  By Oliver Bridgewood Published 13 July 17

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  Maxxis Mud Wrestler EXO TR cyclo-cross tyre review

  We've been using the Maxxis Mud Wrestler cyclo-cross tyre through typical UK winter conditions to see how it handles muddy off-road as well as on-road riding.

  By Paul Norman Published 22 February 17

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  Shimano Dura-Ace 7900 C24 wheels review

  Could Shimano's tubeless-compatible wheelset be the ultimate sportive hoops?

  By Cycling Weekly Published 2 November 11

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  Swiss Side Gotthard review

  Being robust and lightweight doesn't tend to come in the same package, but Swiss Side with the Gotthard wheelset has done a pretty good job ...

  By Cycling Weekly Published 17 June 14

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  Stayer All Road wheelset review

  Does the All Road live up to it's name and perform everywhere?

  By James Bracey Published 8 September 20

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  Michelin Pro4 tyre review

  Can the Michelin Pro4 deliver the ultimate in grip and puncture resistance?

  By Mike Hawkins Published 12 April 12

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  Specialized Roubaix Pro tyre review

  Taking its name from the Queen of Classics, the Specialized Roubaix Pro tyre is designed to take the rough with the smooth

  By Hannah Bussey Published 11 February 18

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  Enve SES Carbon Aero handlebars review

  Looking to make your bike faster? You may want to consider some aero handlebars such as the Enve SES Carbon Aero bars, but are they practical?

  By Oliver Bridgewood Published 9 June 16