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New Specialized Aethos, Giant TCR and Canyon Aeroad? 8 new road bikes we could see in 2024
26 januari 2024 · 48 min
Following our overview of predicted MTB launches, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley run through eight road bikes we think may be launched this year. Lees meer
Cyclical development and release schedules enable us to make some fairly solid predictions. 2024 is also an Olympic year, so any brand gets two juicy munches out of the marketing cherry, significantly increasing the likelihood of new bike launches.
Our gossip geeks also discuss whether consumer tastes or convergent design philosophies drive progress, the one thing Simon would change about the Canyon Aeroad and the future of material science in cycling.
WorldTour tech gossip podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5htzhlgH18Un0WKk1QnBjv
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The new & unreleased MTBs we want to see in 2024
22 januari 2024 · 32 min
We’re looking ahead again in this episode, trying to predict which new mountain bikes will hit the shop floor in 2024. Lees meer
Bike brands tend to follow semi-regular update schedules, so with a few popular models getting long in the tooth, we’re expecting new versions to appear this year.
It’s also an Olympic year, and so perhaps we’ll see a few new XC race bikes propped up in the pits as the season starts, ready for a full release as the Paris Games get a little closer.
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Tech Q&A – brakes, squashed carbon, flooded derailleurs and tubeless gunk
19 januari 2024 · 31 min
Our Tech Q&A podcasts return in 2024 with Rob and Warren answering our listeners tech queries. Lees meer
In this episode we cover issues arising from worn out brake pads and sticky pistons, to potentially crushed carbon, rear derailleurs not behaving after being ridden through floods and tubeless valves filled with gunk.
If you have your own tech question you’d like our technical editors to delve into, drop us an email – our address is podcast@bikeradar.com
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What would we change in the world of mountain bikes?
15 januari 2024 · 28 min
Our MTB tech team love their mountain bikes, but there’s always going to be something that irks us. Lees meer
In this episode of the podcast, Tom, Al and Luke pick out the one thing that they wish they could change to make their mountain biking lives that little bit easier.
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What bikes would we buy with our own cash?
12 januari 2024 · 46 min
Rob, Tom, Luke and Al are in the unbelievably fortunate position to ride tons of bikes every year, meaning they only own one or two, if any at all. Lees meer
But, what if they had to put their money where their mouths were?
In this episode, our mountain bike tech team pick out the bikes that would be worthy of dropping their own dollar on. Do they put themselves into years of debt to buy a superbike, or are they budget-conscious and confident they can spot a performance bargain? Listen to find out!
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2024 WorldTour tech gossip! A new Trek road bike, an ear-covering aero helmet and more
8 januari 2024 · 44 min
The 2024 WorldTour kicks off soon with the start of the men’s and women’s editions of the Tour Down Under in Adelaide. Lees meer
While not the biggest race in the World Tour calendar, the Tour Down Under is the first opportunity for top-flight teams to show off their latest wares.
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, loose-lipped Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley spill the tea on the latest new tech that has already been spotted at training camps and on Instagram.
https://www.bikeradar.com/news/prototype-trek-road-bike-leaked
https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2025-kask-utopia
https://www.bikeradar.com/news/prototype-sram-red-shifters
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Our 2024 road bike tech predictions revealed
5 januari 2024 · 32 min
While road tech can often feel as though it moves with the zeal of a glacier, 2023 was an interesting year. Lees meer
We saw new endurance bikes herald the greater conflation of endurance and gravel, new tubeless road tyres from most of the big brands and fresh road groupsets from the Big Three (and more besides), to name just a few.
But what does 2024 hold? In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley look ahead into the year ahead and discuss the BikeRadar tech team’s predictions.
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/road-tech-predictions-2024
Did Jack pronounce Schwalbe wrong? Watch these two videos to find out!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QMCKWRWnH8
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_6TLA_ClXk
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The hottest trends set to define MTB tech in 2024
1 januari 2024 · 44 min
Just over the horizon lie a host of unknown releases, with potentially ride-changing advances in bike and kit tech. Where do we think the industry should be heading? Are brands focusing too much attention on the wrong areas, or are their developments lacklustre? BikeRadar’s gaggle of technical aficionados, Tom Marvin, Luke Marshall, Tom Law and Alex Evans, have donned their thinking caps to predict where MTB tech is heading. Lees meer
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Bike tech predictions we got wrong!
29 december 2023 · 33 min
As the BikeRadar team takes its annual look into the crystal ball ahead of the new year, what better time to look back at our 2023 bike tech predictions and come clean on what we got wrong? Lees meer
In this episode, Simon von Bromley is joined by Jack Luke and Tom Marvin to discuss road, gravel and mountain bike tech prophecies that didn’t come to pass, and why that might be. Was the BikeRadar team ahead of the curve, or barking up the wrong tree?
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Our 2023 mountain bike tech highlights
25 december 2023 · 58 min
Senior technical editors Al Evans and Tom Marvin discuss an incredibly busy year of mountain bike tech. Lees meer
The guys look at the key releases in drivetrains, suspension, enduro, trail, XC and electric bikes, picking out the most interesting and news-worthy stories from the last year.
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2023's biggest news stories
22 december 2023 · 34 min
With another year in bike tech almost over, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley look back at some of 2023’s biggest news stories. Lees meer
Topics include the relaunched Raleigh Chopper, Shimano’s crankset recall, SRAM’s T-Type Eagle Transmission, Van Rysel’s ambition to become a “top five global brand”, the Specialized Sirrus Carbon and more.
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BikeRadar’s 2023 road & gravel tech highlights
18 december 2023 · 47 min
From the biggest bike and groupset launches to innovations that arguably missed the mark, 2023 was an interesting year for tech news in road and gravel. Lees meer
In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Ashley Quinlan, Simon von Bromley and Liam Cahill sit down to discuss some of their personal highlights from the year gone by.
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Six things we learnt testing the latest downhill mountain bikes
15 december 2023 · 36 min
Just how good are modern downhill mountain bikes? Are they as hard to handle as an F1 car or can any mere mortal throw a leg over one and be certain of a great time? Lees meer
In this episode, Rob is joined by Luke Marshall, our resident downhill racing expert, who’s returned from the French Alps after testing three of the latest DH bikes to share his findings and answer those all-important questions.
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Gamified vs 'boring' indoor cycling: which is better?
11 december 2023 · 35 min
Simon von Bromley thinks gamified indoor cycling, typified by Zwift’s virtual worlds, is the best thing since tanwall tyres. Lees meer
BikeRadar’s chief smart-trainer tester argues that indoor cycling apps should learn from popular video games, such as Mario Kart, and prioritise fun over realism.
On the other hand, Jack Evans wants to get fit, not have fun, on his turbo trainer. He prefers apps that focus on structured workouts, such as TrainerRoad.
With Jack Luke mediating, the pair debate their diametrically opposed views on indoor cycling.
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/indoor-cycling-gamification/
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/indoor-cycling-is-boring/
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CeramicSpeed’s new off-road OSPW, Van Rysel’s budget superbike and Strava DMs
8 december 2023 · 26 min
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke, Simon von Bromley and Tom Marvin discuss the week’s biggest news in cycling tech. Lees meer
First off, the trio take a look at CeramicSpeed’s latest piece of high-end bling – the €579 / $669 Oversized Pulley Wheel System for SRAM’s Eagle Transmission drivetrains.
Next, Simon spills the beans on Van Rysel’s new RCR Pro. Created for the Decathlon AG2R La Mondiale team and soon to be raced in the WorldTour, could this be the best-value superbike out there?
Wrapping things up is the news that Strava has finally implemented direct and group messaging . Is this a game-changing feature, and are there other features the team would like to see added to the popular ride-sharing app?
https://www.bikeradar.com/news/ceramicspeed-ospw-sram-eagle-transmission/
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/pro-bike/decathlon-ag2rs-van-rysel-rcr-pro-xcr-tt/
https://www.bikeradar.com/news/strava-messaging/
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Specialized Roubaix versus Giant Defy – which endurance road bike comes out on top?
4 december 2023 · 32 min
Warren Rossiter has had the chance to ride new endurance road bikes from two of the biggest manufacturers around, the Specialized Roubaix and the Giant Defy. Lees meer
These bikes indicate two divergent takes on what makes for a great endurance road bike.
The Roubaix displays all-day comfort along with Specialized’s Future Shock suspension system, while the Defy is a ‘proper’ road bike, with quick handling derived from the TCR but with a little more comfort built in.
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Celebrating our Rider of the Year 2023 awards
1 december 2023 · 25 min
MBUK and Cycling Plus magazines recently celebrated some of the standout riders in the world of cycling, with their inaugural Rider of the Year awards. Lees meer
Via a public vote and expert panel, awards were given for Newcomer of the Year, Lifetime Achievement and Rider of the Year, across both road and mountain biking.
In this episode , our magazine editors, James Costley White from MBUK and Matt Baird from Cycling Plus, as well as podcast regular Rob Weaver, discuss the nominees and winners with Tom Marvin.
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Why are mountain bike tyres so confusing?
27 november 2023 · 31 min
For a lot of people, buying a mountain bike tyre is a process shrouded in mystery. Confusing and undescriptive product names, a zillion tyre carcass options and compounds that appear to defy logical conventions all make deciding which tyre you need for the type of riding you do a mind-boggling affair. But who’s at fault? Do tyre brands need to make their naming conventions simpler – or even unified – to help people understand and compare models? BikeRadar’s tech-focused staffers Rob, Luke, Tom, and Alex chime in with their opinions. Lees meer
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How to survive your first winter on gravel
24 november 2023 · 37 min
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, gravel newbie Simon von Bromley quizzes gravel regulars Warren Rossiter and Tom Marvin on their hints and tips to survive a winter struggling through the mud. Lees meer
From bike prep to clothing, nutrition to route selection, our gravel team’s tips ensure that Simon will keep pedalling with a smile on his face this winter.
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We have a new podcast!
21 november 2023 · 12 min
Our friends and colleagues at MBUK magazine have launched a new podcast! In series one, the team behind the UK’s best-selling mountain biking magazine is taking to the airwaves every Tuesday to look back at the moments that helped shaped the sport, from bike launches that broke tech boundaries to iconic riders, events and trails. Lees meer
Two regular voices on the BikeRadar Podcast – Rob Weaver and Tom Marvin – are joined by members of the MBUK team throughout the series. In this special episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Tom and Rob provide a snapshot of what you can expect to hear.
Love mountain biking? Make sure you go and subscribe – just search for the MBUK Podcast, via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts.
Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/39q6MhAohXcOYWaCI4PNk3
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The 6 mountain bike accessories we couldn’t live without
20 november 2023 · 45 min
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon von Bromley grills Rob Weaver and Luke Marshall on the essential accessories they’d recommend to anyone starting out in mountain biking. Lees meer
What accessories do you like to take on your gravel rides? Send your recommendations to podcast@bikeradar.com
https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-mountain-bike-gloves/
https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-mtb-upgrades/
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5 common training myths BUSTED
17 november 2023 · 58 min
George Scott and Mac Cassin are back for the fifth and final episode in our training series with Wahoo Fitness. Lees meer
This time out, Mac, Wahoo’s principal sports scientist, talks BikeRadar’s editor-in-chief, George, through five common training myths.
1) 90rpm is the best cadence for everyone
2) A change in body weight of 2% relating to dehydration negatively impacts performance
3) A lighter bike (or rider) is the best way to ride faster
4) Lactic acid is the reason for all of your pain during and after a hard workout
5) Once you hit 30/40/50/60, you will only get slower
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The tech trends set to define mountain bikes in 2024
13 november 2023 · 34 min
Following our headliner bike test, which looked at which bikes signified where the mountain bike industry is heading in 2024, our tech heads talk through four of the emerging trends to look out for. Lees meer
Has geometry peaked? Do you need loads of travel? We also discuss high pivots and ebike tech.
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Base training vs intervals – how to balance your training for maximum results
10 november 2023 · 52 min
With winter fast approaching, we’re back for episode four in our training series with Wahoo Fitness. How can you make the most of your training time? Should you be doing base training or high-intensity intervals? Lees meer
BikeRadar’s George Scott sits down with Wahoo’s principal sports scientist, Mac Cassin, and WorldTour pro-turned-gravel racer, Ian Boswell, to find out more.
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6 tech trends from the UK Hill Climb National Championships
6 november 2023 · 34 min
Hill climb racing showcases radical, often verging on excessive, ways to save weight from bikes in the battle against gravity. Lees meer
This year’s UK National Hill Climb Championships on the unusually long 4km ascent of the Struggle, in the Lake District, was no different.
But the tech trends we noticed on the Cumbrian hillside show weight might not be absolutely everything, even when racing uphill.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cK1DEJi6aq8
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/pro-bike/2023-hill-climb-nationals-tech/
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/2023-hill-climb-tech-trends/
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Understanding training zones – and how amateurs and pros alike can use zones to train more effectively
3 november 2023 · 56 min
Understanding your training zones is key if you want to make the most out of your time on the bike. Lees meer
BikeRadar’s George Scott sits down with Mac Cassin, Wahoo’s principal sports scientist, and Nate Wilson, a performance manager for Team EF Education–EasyPost, to find out why training zones are important – and how zones can be used by amateurs and pros alike to train more effectively.
Read more about training zones on BikeRadar: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/fitness-and-training/training-zones/
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6 trend-setting mountain bikes for 2024 | Introducing our Headline Bike Test
30 oktober 2023 · 47 min
In this episode of the podcast, our testing team of Tom Marvin, Alex Evans, Luke Marshall and Tom Law talk through the six bikes that have made it into our 2024 Headline Bike Test. Lees meer
The broad range of bikes featured in this test all represent the direction mountain biking is heading in, and we’ve been putting them through their paces over the past few months.
Featured are the XC-focussed Cervélo ZFS-5, the ready-to-rally Norco Sight, Trek’s high-pivot enduro Slash, the pocket-friendly Merida One-Twenty, Scott’s electric Lumen and Vitus’ long-travel, Bafang-powered e-Mythique LT.
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Fitness testing explained – and why there’s more to FTP than meets the eye
27 oktober 2023 · 52 min
We're back for episode two in our training series with Wahoo Fitness. In this episode, Wahoo's principal sports scientist, Mac Cassin, talks BikeRadar's George Scott through fitness testing. Lees meer
What is a fitness test, why should you do one and what options are out there? While Functional Threshold Power may often be the go-to test, Mac also explains why FTP isn't always the answer.
Got a fitness or training question for Mac? Email us at podcast@bikeradar.com
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Is there such a thing as an ‘affordable’ superbike?
23 oktober 2023 · 41 min
We all lust after the pro-spec bikes seen on the WorldTour circuit, but do you actually get a better bike by paying top dollar? Lees meer
In an era of carbon fibre, electronic shifting, and hydraulic disc brakes, it might be possible to get all the performance you’ll ever need from a mid-range bike.
In this episode, BikeRadar’s senior technical writer, Simon von Bromley, and senior technical editor, Ashley Quinlan, discuss a recent group test of three mid-range road racing bikes – the Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 8, the Scott Addict RC 40 and the Argon 18 Sum Pro Force AXS.
They also ponder the definition of a ‘superbike’ and whether it’s ever truly worth shelling out for high-end bikes and parts.
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Training jargon buster | The fundamentals of bike training explained
20 oktober 2023 · 1 uur 10 min
For the first episode in our new series with Wahoo Fitness, BikeRadar’s George Scott is joined by Wahoo’s lead sports scientist, Mac Cassin, for a training jargon buster. Lees meer
George quizzes Mac on ten key training terms, covering: structured training, power, heart rate, training zones, FTP, energy systems, endurance, sweetspot, VO2 max and periodisation.
Got a question for Mac? Email us at podcast@bikeradar.com
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The 6 gravel accessories we couldn’t live without
16 oktober 2023 · 33 min
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon von Bromley grills Jack Luke and Tom Marvin on the gravel cycling accessories they recommend ahead of his conversion to a full-time gravel rider. Lees meer
What accessories do you like to take on your gravel rides? Send your recommendations to podcast@bikeradar.com
https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-gravel-tyres/
https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-gravel-bike-accessories/
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Are aero sensors about to go mainstream? Plus the new Canyon Grail and updated Orbea Occam
13 oktober 2023 · 33 min
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke, Simon von Bromley and Tom Marvin discuss this week’s biggest news in cycling tech. Lees meer
Kicking things off, Simon explains why he thinks the new Aerosensor Aerodynamic Cycling System might be the DIY aero optimisation system we’ve been waiting for.
The trio then delve into the new Orbea Occam, arguing about whether flip chips are pointless along the way. Finally, Jack gives an overview of his review of the new Canyon Grail.
Please send us your thoughts on flip chips and adjustable geometry to podcast@bikeradar.com – we’d love to hear from you!
· https://www.bikeradar.com/news/aerosensor-aerodynamic-cycling-system/
· https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2022-orbea-occam/
· https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/gravel-bikes/canyon-grail-cfr-di2-review/
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Matej Mohorič on winning the worlds, gravel racing and his new (unreleased) Merida Silex
12 oktober 2023 · 14 min
The new men’s UCI gravel world champion, Matej Mohorič, speaks to BikeRadar’s George Scott less than 24 hours after winning the rainbow jersey in his first-ever gravel race. Lees meer
Here’s what we know so far about the new Merida Silex: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/new-merida-silex/
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Tech Q&A – Optimal wheel depths, cassette wear and can you trust an engineer to design an integrated bar for you?
9 oktober 2023 · 32 min
In this Tech Q&A we have our senior road technical editor Warren Rossiter and senior technical writer Simon von Bromley offering up their expertise on a range of listener questions. Lees meer
How deep is too deep, when it comes to carbon hoops? Can you tell how worn your cassette is? Plus questions on integrated bars, budget bike choices and the pros and cons of latex inner tubes.
If you have a question for a future Tech Q&A, don’t forget to fire them through to podcast@bikeradar.com
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Is the Aerosensor about to revolutionise aerodynamic testing on the road?
6 oktober 2023 · 46 min
Aerosensor recently launched its Aerodynamic Cycling System (ACS), a suite of devices which promise real-time drag measurements on the road. Lees meer
With a patented design claimed to offer easy setup and repeatable data “in practically all weather conditions” could the Aerosensor ACS be about to reshape aerodynamic testing in cycling?
To find out, BikeRadar’s senior technical writer, Simon von Bromley, spoke to Aerosensor’s founder, Dr Barney Garrood.
With extensive experience as an aerodynamicist in Formula 1, Dr Garrood created Aerosensor to apply his technical knowledge gained in motorsport to cycling.
For full details about the Aerosensor Aerodynamic Cycling System, head to www.bikeradar.com.
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Mountain bikers’ ‘Would you rather?’
2 oktober 2023 · 30 min
In this episode, our mountain bikers Tom, Tom and Max play a quick game of ‘Would you rather?'. Presented with a choice between two unappealing propositions, the guys have to choose what combo of mountain bike kit they’d strap to their bikes to get the most out of their rides. Lees meer
Would they pick grippy tyres that puncture all the time, or tyres that never puncture but slip and slide all over the place? Perhaps they prefer a rigid bike with a dropper, or a full-suspension rig with a rigid post? Listen in as our trio of avid mountain bikers answer these and a host of other hypothetical questions.
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Shimano crank recall | Everything we know so far
29 september 2023 · 35 min
Shimano has recalled 2.8 million 11-speed Hollowtech road cranks worldwide following 4,519 incidents of cranksets delaminating in the US and Canada alone. Muddled early communications left riders and bike shops uncertain of exactly what was going on and too many questions remain unanswered by Shimano. Lees meer
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, senior tech writer Simon von Bromley and deputy editor Jack Luke discuss what happened in the hours after the recall was announced and where Shimano goes from here.
If your crankset has failed or you work in a bike shop participating in the recall programme, contact us at podcast@bikeradar.com – we're keen to hear how the process is working for riders and retailers.
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Why SRAM’s Eagle Powertrain ebike motor is a big deal
28 september 2023 · 45 min
BikeRadar’s Alex Evans and Tom Law discuss why SRAM’s entry into the ebike motor market is a big deal, the brand now offering a top-to-tail outfit of bike componentry. From the system’s wireless connectivity and simple controls through to its automatic-shifting tech, this level of full-system integration is unprecedented. But is the new system any good? Alex and Tom take a deep dive to find out. Lees meer
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What are the best cycling climbs in Spain? Simon Warren’s six must-ride ascents
25 september 2023 · 30 min
Simon Warren, author of the 100 Greatest Climbs series of books, joins George Scott for this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast. Lees meer
Simon’s latest book covers 100 ascents in Spain, plus the Canary Islands and Majorca, but George tasks Simon with picking out six of the very best.
Buy the book: https://www.100climbs.co.uk/product-page/100-greatest-cycling-climbs-of-spain
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British Gravel Championships special | Road pedals, 28psi and sprint finishes
22 september 2023 · 34 min
In this special edition of the BikeRadar podcast, digital writer Jack Evans records live from the British Gravel Championships at the King’s Cup Gravel Festival in Suffolk, east England. Lees meer
After taking part himself, Jack reports on a prestigious event in the UK off-road racing scene.
You’ll hear from gravel galacticos, such as Ineos Grenadier Connor Swift and double Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee, and women’s podium finishers.
The cry of the crowd, buzzing freehubs and whirring pressure washers will transport you to the fast, dusty tracks of the King’s Forest.
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/pro-bike/british-gravel-championships-tech-gallery/
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Four retro MTBs we want to see reimagined
18 september 2023 · 47 min
BikeRadar’s Rob Weaver and Alex Evans do a deep dive on four retro mountain bikes they want brought back to life with a modern twist. The pair discuss – among other things – the early days of drop-bar MTBs with Raleigh’s Tomac, the off-the-shelf performance of Giant’s ATX One DH, and how these bikes could be modernised to reflect current trends. Lees meer
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Specialized’s designers on the new Roubaix, Santa Cruz’s latest lightweight ebike and more
15 september 2023 · 33 min
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Tom Marvin discuss the biggest news in cycling tech this week, kicking things off with the new Santa Cruz Heckler SL and the Wahoo Kickr Move. Lees meer
We also hear from Ash Quinlan and Specialized’s senior design engineer, Glenn Bennett, who gives us the inside scoop on what went into designing the new Roubaix.
Finally, we get a sneaky peek at the findings of Tom’s Classified Powershift hub review.
As ever, if you have any thoughts, questions or feedback, email us at podcast@bikeradar.com
Santa Cruz news: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/santa-cruz-heckler-sl/
Wahoo Kickr Move news: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/wahoo-kickr-move-kickr-bike-shift/
Specialized Roubaix news: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/specialized-roubaix-sl8/
Tom’s Classified Powershift review: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/classified-powershift-hub-review/
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New road, mountain and gravel bikes from Ridley, Trek and Wilier
11 september 2023 · 22 min
BikeRadar’s George, Alex and Simon bring news of three new bikes. We’ve got something for everyone, with the new Ridley Falcn road bike, revamped Trek Slash enduro bike, and rough and rowdy Wilier Adlar gravel bike. Lees meer
Read our review of the Ridley Falcn – https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/ridley-falcn-rs-ultegra-di2-review/
Watch our video on the Trek Slash – https://youtu.be/-Izh1HyB_ck?si=Np60KsY6uEwG92ZG
Listen to our podcast about high-pivot mountain bikes – https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Vpe7OhEZpo16qZCVzktQA?si=taVB3dsWRZqtROHtQ18N0A
Read about the Wilier Adlar – https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-wilier-adlar/
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8 of the latest road tyres lab tested for rolling resistance – here’s what we learned
8 september 2023 · 49 min
BikeRadar’s senior technical writer, Simon von Bromley, recently took eight of the latest high-end road tubeless tyres to Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub to test their rolling resistance. Lees meer
In this episode, BikeRadar’s senior technical editor, Ashley Quinlan, grills Simon on what he learned from that test, and how the results compared to their subjective impressions of riding each tyre in the real world.
For the full results of the Silverstone lab test plus in-depth reviews of each tyre, head to www.bikeradar.com.
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The perfect power meter doesn’t exist
4 september 2023 · 42 min
BikeRadar’s power meter cognoscente Simon von Bromley is often asked: “Which power meter should I buy?”. Lees meer
His answer is nuanced. Simon says you have to make compromises when choosing a power meter and probably always will.
In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon discusses one of his favourite bike tech topics with senior road technical editor Ashley Quinlan and digital writer Jack Evans.
https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/the-perfect-power-meter-doesnt-exist/
https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-power-meters/
https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/fitness-and-training/how-to-train-with-power/
https://open.spotify.com/episode/6BxsABCd5m7X5JwBahGyZ4
https://open.spotify.com/episode/5t5aE146Syjl9HiQwJuQVt
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Shimano launches 12-speed mechanical GRX and 105 groupsets
1 september 2023 · 45 min
In this episode, senior technical writer, Simon von Bromley, is joined by road and gravel presenter, Liam Cahill and Ashley Quinlan, senior technical editor, to discuss the two big launches from Shimano – GRX RX810 and 105 R7100. Lees meer
Having attended the press camp in Portland, OR, USA, Liam shares all the details plus his impressions of how the new 12-speed GRX performs.
In the final section, the trio dissect 105 R7100 – Shimano’s first 12-speed mechanical road groupset – and whether there’s enough new tech to justify anyone with 11-speed 105 R7000 upgrading.
For the full details on both launches, head to www.bikeradar.com.
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How much bike is too much bike? Over- or under-biking your mountain bike
28 augustus 2023 · 23 min
Over-biking or under-biking – which should you do? Is it best to buy a bike that can definitely handle every trail you’re going to throw its way, or is doing so going to lead to an uninspiring ride on more mellow, every-day terrain? Lees meer
If your bike isn’t built for the toughest trails, are you going to be left in a terrified heap, or grinning from ear to ear, as you wrestle it over hostile terrain? Our tech writers battle it out.
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Sodium bicarbonate supplements are all the rage in pro cycling – what happened when I underwent a bicarb trial?
25 augustus 2023 · 36 min
Some of the world’s top professional cyclists are taking sodium bicarbonate to improve their performance in high-intensity efforts. Lees meer
To find out why, Jack Evans, BikeRadar’s digital writer and one of the team's strongest athletes, recently took part in the first independent trial of the Maurten Bicarb System used by Team Jumbo-Visma.
In this episode, Jack explains how sodium bicarbonate can potentially improve cycling performance and reveals what happened when he took 20 bicarb capsules.
Joined by senior technical editor Ashley Quinlan and senior technical writer Simon von Bromley, Jack discusses what else he discovered about the legal, performance-enhancing supplement while researching an in-depth feature.
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Specialized Tarmac SL8 and Canyon Endurace CFR | All you need to know about the new superbikes
22 augustus 2023 · 41 min
Specialized and Canyon have both unveiled new, premium road bikes in recent weeks. Lees meer
The Tarmac SL8 made its first official appearance at the men’s World Championship road race in Glasgow.
Canyon lifted the lid on the all-new Endurace CFR and updated Endurace CF SLX days later.
In this edition of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke is joined by Simon von Bromley and Jack Evans. They discuss Specialized’s claim that the Tarmac SL8 is faster than the Venge and weigh in on the ‘Speed Sniffer’ head tube.
Jack Evans gives us a preview of his Endurace CFR review. Simon likens the endurance road bike’s top tube storage hatch to a Game Boy battery cover and bemoans its adjustable, integrated cockpit.
https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/specialized-s-works-tarmac-sl8-dura-ace-di2-review/
https://www.bikeradar.com/news/specialized-tarmac-sl8-launches/
https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2023-canyon-endurace/
https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/canyon-endurace-cfr-etap-review/
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9 pieces of MTB kit we’ve spent our own money on
18 augustus 2023 · 34 min
We’re lucky at BikeRadar to be able to try out tons of new gear, whether that be bike components or riding kit. This means we rarely need to buy our own kit, which is a lovely problem to have. Lees meer
However, we’re not immune to the occasional purchase – perhaps a well-loved bit of test kit that’s been returned, or something a colleague has been raving about catches our eyes.
In this episode, senior technical editor Tom Marvin is joined by technical writers Luke Marshall and Nick Clark to discuss the kit and clothing they’ve spent their own money on – if they’ve dug into their pockets, it must be pretty good!
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