Tyre pressure for bikes: What to use for different conditions
Working out different tyre pressures to match the conditions can be a headache. Does the length of ride also matter? And what about the type of bike? Here to help is Nik Cook…
Components
What are the different parts of a road bike?
Become a bike whizz with this essential guide to bike components, where we explain the ins and outs of every part of your standard road bike…
Wahoo Speedplay Aero review
Aero pedals fit for Frodo, but what about the age-grouper? Jack Sexty puts them to the test…
Fulcrum Wind 75 DB aero wheels review
Fulcrum’s Wind wheels have gone deeper with the new Wind 75 DB. Jack Sexty test out their triathlon credentials…
Bike roadside repairs: what tools to carry cycling and how to use them
Toby Zeidler from Havebike takes us through what spares are essential to carry with you on the bike and how to use them to carry out common repair jobs
How do you maintain your cassette on your bike?
Toby Zeidler from Havebike explains everything you need to know about bike cassettes, from how to choose the right one for your needs to how to look after them and replace them
CES Sport RC50 Elite Disc wheel review
Jack Sexty puts the new disc brake, 50mm deep carbon wheelset from CES Sport to the test
Hutchinson Fusion 5 tubeless-ready 25mm tyre review
When Jack Sexty put the new tubeless tyre from Hutchinson through its paces he found it measured up rather well
Mountain biking: do bigger wheels make you faster?
Planning some off-road triathlons and duathlons and wondering how much difference wheel size make to trail speed on mountain bikes? Are bigger wheels always best? Nik Cook discusses the options
Parcours release new aerodynamic mid-depth disc wheelset
With a distinct shift in tyre and braking technologies, this new wheelset, Parcours claim, is aerodynamically optimised for a 28mm tyre
What is a groupset?
Confused about groupsets? Matt Baird and Pete Bonfield explain all you need to know and what to consider before purchase
Parcours Chrono race wheels review
Are the Parcours Chrono your next wheelset for long-distance triathlon?
Are deep-section race wheels always a good choice for race day?
Deep section wheels can make a significant difference to triathlon race times, but are they always the right choice for race day? Janine Doggett looks at the pros and cons
Which race wheel type is best for me?
Disc brakes or rim? Deep, mid or shallow depths? Tubeless or not? Choosing your racing wheels for triathlon is one of the toughest, most confusing gear purchases you can make. Chris Hovenden cuts through the flannel to help you choose the right ones for you
How much does tyre width influence speed?
Wondering if width really matters when it comes to racing tyres and whether wider tyres better and faster than narrow ones? Nik Cook explains
Kru Cycling C-88 deep-rim race wheels review
Do these new deep-rim race wheels from Kru deliver on speed?
Why are clipless pedals called clipless?
Wondered why clipless pedals are called clipless when, ‘um’, you clip in? Ady Dench, coach and triathlete with Triathlon Coaching UK, explains
Selle Royal Forum Athletic entry level bike saddle review
Jack Sexty puts this entry-level bike saddle through its paces to see if it delivered on comfort and performance, as well as price
Race wheels: 4 things to consider before buying
Considering buying yourself some thin racing wheels in the hope of finding more cycling speed? Then here’s what to consider first.
Garmin Vector 3 power pedals review
Are Garmin’s long-awaited power pedals worth the upgrade?
Ambrosio 120 training wheels reviewed
Need some new, do-it-all, wheels for winter training? Rob Banino scores these from Anbrosio 90%
How to choose the right triathlon bike saddle
A tri-specific saddle is a key, if often neglected, triathlon buy. Here are the major components to look for when picking the right perch for you…
M5 2-Spoke race wheel review
Yeah, they look weird, but according to the company these wheels are fast, very fast. To find out if the M5 2-Spokes really live up to the company’s claim Jamie Wilkins puts them to the test …
