Guides

Learn more about road bike groupsets and take a look at the differences between Shimano's range.

This winter MTB clothing guide aims to give you the lowdown on how to optimise your mountain bike wardrobe and fight the freeze on the trails this winter.

Linking together some gravel bike-friendly tracks and trails, lots of great views and some potentials coffee stops, this 25 mile route is a Peak District classic.

Having set up the cleats in his previous article, copywriter Seth has now ridden around 1200 miles on his new Wahoo Speedplay Nano pedals. In this article Seth details how the pedals perform while out on the road, and records further comparisons with his old LOOK Keo Blade Carbon pedals.

Intrigued by the redesign, copywriter Seth details his experiences while swapping over to a pair of Wahoo Speedplay Nano pedals from his faithful LOOK Keo Blade Carbons, concentrating on how he tackled the cleat set-up procedure.

We take a look at the key cycling garments you won't want to leave home without in autumn or spring. Designed for changeable conditions, discover our top clothing picks.

This article looks to break down the jargon to leave you with a better understanding of what to look for when purchasing your next electric bike.

Owning and riding an electric bike has many similarities and some differences to their unpowered counterparts. Here we run through some frequently asked questions about riding electric bikes.

Taking a cycling photograph is one thing, taking a photograph you'll want to post on social media or print out for your living room wall is another thing altogether. We've sat down to compile our top tips for taking the perfect cycling photograph, and no, it's not all about gurning, wheelies and selfies.

Preparing, planning and training for your triathlon, you’re going to want to get a handle on how to gear up in order to perform. With the wetsuit perhaps the trickiest beast to get sorted, we thought we’d help you with a short video guide, and make sure that you make a splash on your swim.

When it comes to fitting tyres we're presented with several options, the standard clincher tyre and tube combination, the pro-ridden tubular tyre or the new and advanced tubeless tyre. Tubeless and tubular setups eliminate the use of tubes, however it is the former that significantly removes the risks of punctures, whether it be pinch punctures or caused by thorns/ shrapnel found in the road.

Slinging the bike on your shoulder, bunny hopping those hurdles and getting your foot out as you take that off camber corner at full tilt, cyclocross is exhilarating, technical and most importantly, fun. Here are our top 5 tips for tackling cyclocross, our pick of the hottest cyclocross bikes and our recommendations as to where to race and what races to watch.

It's not all about kindling, lit campfires and stuffing all your clothing into bivvy bags. Adventure road bikes come in all shapes and sizes, and their versatility and comfort over rough terrain have now made them commonplace on both the road and the trail. So, whether you're looking to skip off-road on the way to work or go out for a day, weekend, or even a month long adventure, you'll find everything you need to know in our definitive guide.

When you want to get out on your bike for more than a few miles, one of the most important pieces of kit is cycling shorts that include some form of padding. There is a huge choice available and a number of technical features to look out for to ensure that however long or hard you ride, you will stay comfortable and protected.

Power meters are becoming more and more popular among cyclists who want to make the most out of their training, and when used correctly they are a powerful tool for making you faster and stronger. Read our guide to selecting and making the most of riding with a power meter.

Nothing beats that feeling of spinning along in the sun with a good group. When ridden correctly a group ride can be both a sociable and fun experience as well as a great way of meeting new people and racking up the miles. It may look easy when you watch a group racing through the countryside at the Tour or a club run cruising out on a Sunday but riding in a group does come with some rules and etiquette.

Communication is key when riding in a group, so knowing how to pass down messages in the group is an important skill to have. Whether it’s a group of three or a small peloton, hand signals can alert your fellow riders to potential dangers.

We all love riding our bikes but not many of us enjoy cleaning them. A clean bike could be the difference between a smooth and trouble free ride or a problematic few hours in the saddle. Keeping your drivetrain, rims and brakes spick and span slows down wear and improves performance, so there really is no reason not to give your pride and joy a bit of TLC.

Until Rotor first burst onto the scene, my entire riding life was under the naivety that the bicycle consisted of round objects. Round wheels, round tubing and round inner tubes to name a few, but asymmetric chainrings? I know the cycling industry is full of innovative products that promise performance benefits, but why reinvent the wheel?

Here is Sigma Sport's guide to the wacky world of nutrition; what all of the key complicated terms mean, what purposes different products serve and how you can use them to reach your full potential.

Training just for one sport such as cycling can be difficult, so trying to find the right balance between family, work and then training for three sports at first glances can seem impossible. Look to these simple five tips to help keep you on track ahead of your season.