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Everything you need to know about headsets

Do you know your internal from your integrated? Here's the essential info

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How to choose the best cycling jersey March 2020

How to choose the best cycling jersey — everything you need to know about fabrics, fit, features and more

Why a proper cycling top beats a cotton t-shirt for riding comfort and practicality

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Cycling survival — how to avoid sunburn & stay comfortable

How to look after your skin when the weather turns sunny

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Trend spotting Why you need to switch to wider tyres Sept 2018

Trend spotting: Why you need to switch to wider tyres

If you’re still running 23mm tyres on your road bike, it could be time you made the jump to 25s, or even wider

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Clipless pedals Sept 2018

Clipless pedals — how Shimano's multi-release cleats make it easy to get started

If you're a clipless newbie, these cleats will help you get over the fear of falling

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Video series: Yoga for cyclists — improve your strength and flexibility

Yoga expert Karen Burt explains why you need some stretching and toning in your regime

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Cycling survival: What to do when you get dropped — and how to avoid it

Ride vanishing up the road? Don't panic

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FAQ: When should I replace my cleats?

Here's how to decide when it's time for a new pair

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Retro: L-shaped cranks — a bad idea that just won't die

They were claimed to eliminate pedalling dead spots — but did they work?

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Money-saving tips for cyclists Sept 2018

Money-saving tips for cyclists

Buy and run a bike for cheap

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How to choose your tyre pressure August 2018

How to choose your tyre pressure — balancing speed, comfort and grip

You just pump them up as hard as you can right? It's not quite that simple

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Cycling survival — what to do if a riding buddy crashes

Quick action after a crash can save a life

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Going the distance — how to ride further without breaking yourself

The secrets of building up gradually to ride as far as you like

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28 of the best cycling books Sept 2018

36 of the best cycling books — check out the books every cyclist should own

Explore cycling's vast literature from classic races to new personal stories of cycling transformation

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8 reasons to join a cycling club October 2018

8 reasons to join a cycling club + how to find the right one for you

Ride better and find new routes and cafes with your local club

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The best 2015 road bike sale bargains - as picked by our tech team

road.cc tech ed, Dave Arthur has a nose round the end of season sales and sniffs out some bargains

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Replacing disc brake pads Sept 2018

All you need to know about replacing disc brake pads

The different pad types explained from sintered to organic

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road.cc's Best Cycling Components 2015/16

We pick the best brakes, wheels, tyres and other essential upgrades for your road bike

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road.cc's Best Cycling Accessories of the Year 2015/16

The best cycling gadgets, tools, gizmos and generally useful stuff we've tested in the past 12 months

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road.cc Awards 2015/16 – Best Cycle Clothing

24 great bits of cycling kit that will upgrade your cycling experience in the coming year

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road.cc Bike of the Year 2015-16 - Cyclocross, Adventure and Commuting bikes

Time to crown the best Cyclocross, Adventure and Commuting bikes of 2015-16

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How to replace bike gear cable outer in 10 easy steps

Gear cable outer won't last forever, here's how to replace it

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How to replace a gear cable

Fresh gear cables can make your shifting feel like new

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road.cc Bike of the Year 2015-16 - Bargain Bikes, Framesets, and Kids bikes

We pick the best Framesets, Bargain Bike and Kids bikes we've tested in 2015

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Beginner's guide to the best car racks and more — all your options for transporting your bike by car

Roof racks, boot racks, estate cars and more

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How to remove press-fit bottom bracket bearings in 12 easy steps

Learn the easy way to get press-fit bottom bracket bearings out of your frame

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road.cc Bike of the Year 2015-16 - Road Bikes

We countdown the Top 10 road bikes we've reviewed in 2015 to reveal our Road Bike of The Year

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Sportive & Endurance Bike of the Year 2015-16

The 10 best sportive and endurance bikes we've tested in the past 12 months

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Christmas gifts for cyclists: last minute presents

There's still time to get that special cyclist in your life something they'll love

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Cycling Fitness Q&A - Dave Smith answers your training questions

This week: Turbo sessions, preparing for the Marmotte, are bike fits worth it? TT position and more

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GPS cycle route planning made easy - how to plan and follow a bike route

It’s easy to plot a cycling route with many free apps and GPS computers available, here’s how to get started

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How to fit a SRAM CX1 chain ring

Single chainring set-ups are gaining popularity; here's one way of converting

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Bike maintenance: How to fit and remove a sprocket cassette

To change your gears you'll need to change your rear wheel sprockets; here's how

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road.cc Superbike Shootout 2015-16

The best money-no-object bikes we've reviewed over the past year, but there can only be one winner

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road.cc Bike of the Year 2015-16

We countdown the Top 10 bikes we've reviewed this year to reveal the road.cc Bike of the Year 2015/16

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How to replace your road bike's rim brake pads

Proper stopping needs good pads — here's how to fit new ones when they wear out

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Christmas gifts for cycling kids

Great surprises for bike-mad youngsters

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How to trim a carbon fibre steerer tube

Carbon forks are increasingly common; here's how to safely cut one to length

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Christmas Gifts for Discerning Cyclists

Possible presents for the percipient pedaller in your life. Keep the receipt maybe.

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How to fit headset cups

Your steering relies on your headset cups being properly fitted, here's how to do it...

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Back Pain July 2018

Lower back pain from cycling: try these 3 simple techniques to prevent it

Reduce the chance of low back pain with some simple exercises – and a tin of rice pudding

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How to fit new cranks to your bike in 15 easy steps

Fitting cranks is a straightforward job you can manage at home; here's how

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Christmas Gifts for Women Cyclists

We take a look at some of the best cycling-inspired presents for the cycling women in your life

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6 simple ways to pimp up your bike Sept 2018

6 simple ways to pimp up your bike

Add some colour to made your bike shine in the summer sun

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Christmas gifts for cyclists who like to ride fast

We suggest presents for those who ride for fitness and speed

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Christmas gifts for cyclists that like to ride slowly

Gift ideas for cyclists not interested in Strava segments or power meters, but taking in the view and enjoying the ride

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6 top tips for cycling through the winter Sept 2018

6 top tips for cycling through the winter

Cycling in the winter is all about preparation. Here's how to be prepared

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How to use a CO2 inflator

CO2 cartridges are a popular, fast way to inflate tyres; here's how

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Christmas Gifts for Cyclists - affordable cycling gadgets and gizmos

Affordable gadget Christmas gift ideas for the cyclist in your life

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How to fit and set up your saddle

Here's how to adjust your saddle so you're sitting comfortably

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