Dassi’s revolutionary graphene-induced Interceptor test ride
Dassi are aiming to revolutionise the bike industry with their graphene-infused Interceptor frame. We took it out for a very exclusive test ride to see how it performed
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How do I choose the right tyre pressure for different races?
Wondering what you should consider before pumping up your tyres? Nik Cook explains how conditions and the course should affect your choice
Profile Design Aeria T2 AL aerobars review
Rob Banino puts Profile’s latest all-in-one aluminium aero cockpit kit to the test
How to repair a puncture quickly during a race
Work calmly when changing a tube mid-race. It’s all too easy to get angry, frustrated or panicky,
none of which help. And follow these six steps…
What are the advantages of a triple crankset with a standard cassette?
Rob Banino explains the pros and cons of combining a triple crankset with a standard cassette versus a wide-range cassette, especially when climbing hills
Garmin release new Edge 1030, their latest GPS bike computer
Garmin introduces their Edge® 1030 GPS bike computer with enhanced navigation, performance and safety features
Up close with Holly Lawrence’s new bike, the Trek Speed Concept 9.9
2016 Ironman 70.3 world champ Lawrence plans to destroy many a 90km bike leg this season on her new ride
Power meters: Do I really need one for triathlon?
Why are so many athletes and manufacturers investing in power measurement systems? Because, says Joe Beer, if used correctly, power can be a game changer as it gives you the ability to test power-to-heart rate anywhere, anytime.
Up close with Flora Duffy’s bike – the Scott Foil
Bike supremo Flora Duffy is the reigning ITU champ and looks set to go even faster in 2017 on her new ride. Over to Fluffy
Liv Langma Advanced SL 0 road bike first ride review
Liv Cycling has just unveiled the new Langma women’s road bike, ahead of its racing debut at the Giro Rosa, which is designed to be the new queen of the mountains
3 entry-level triathlon bikes, under £2,500, reviewed
Buying your first dedicated triathlon bike is a big step – so it has to be right. We test three entry-level triathlon bikes, all under £2,500, from BMC, Boardman and Ribble on the road and in the wind tunnel
Up close with Joe Skipper’s bike, the Guerciotti Eclipse
Top British Ironman Joe Skipper talks us through his new Italian ride, and the go-faster mods it has
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…
Up close with Javier Gomez’s bike, the S-Works Shiv
What does an ITU world champ ride to go long? We check out the spec on Gomez’s prized TT machine
How to find the right bike if you’re a short woman
Struggling to find a bike because you are built on a diminutive scale and barely top five feet? 220 bike expert Nik Cook has some advice for the shorter woman seeking a racing machine
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 …
What’s the difference between a triathlon bike and a time trial bike?
Are there any differences between a TT bike and a tri bike? Yes says Jack Sexty but they’re quite subtle
The Liv Avow Advanced Pro women-specific triathlon bike: first look
A women’s specific tri bike designed for speed; pure and simple
Meet Sebastian Kienle’s tri bike, the Scott Plasma 5
The German űber-biker and 2014 Ironman World Champ Sebastian Kienle pays tribute to his wind-cheating Scott
Profile Design 1/Fifty race wheels review
Are carbon clinchers at this price too good to be true? Jamie Wilkins puts them through their paces to find out…
Zipp’s whale-derived wheel technology explained
What is Zipp’s Sawtooth-inspired wheelset and how does it work? We explain all…
Ribble CGR road bike review
Renowned for their build-your-own direct sales model, Ribble are touting the new CGR as their most versatile bike yet. So is it the ultimate budget do-it-all?
How much time does a triathlon bike save?
A triathlon bike could make a difference to your run by as much as 51 seconds over 5km, say experts
Why are deep-section aero wheels faster?
Wondering whether deep-section wheels are worth the investment and just how much faster they will make you? We discuss drag, turbulence, and yaw angles, and highlight how and why aero rims are faster than shallow rims…
