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What clothing should you wear when cycling?

The key items of cycling-specific clothing you should consider if you're looking for greater comfort and performance on the bike

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Hookless rims, rusty drivetrains and narrow bars: GCN Tech Clinic

Ollie Bridgewood returns to answer your most pressing cycling tech questions

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Link to Commuting errors: 10 mistakes all cyclists make riding to work
Commuting by bike can be one of the most enjoyable parts of your day, but there are some things to watch out for

Commuting errors: 10 mistakes all cyclists make riding to work

From forgetting a spare pair of shoes to not planning a suitable route, there a whole host of things that can spoil a commute, but avoid these and you will transform your everyday lifestyle

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How to protect your bike from scratches

Scratches can be annoying, ruining a bike's pristine frame, but they can be avoided through these easy steps

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How to wash your cycling kit

Avoid shrinking or damaging your cycling clothing with the help of our top tips

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How to adjust a Shimano clutch derailleur

Clutch derailleurs help to reduce chain slap by keeping the chain tensioned, but they need to be adjusted every so often to maintain performance. Here's how

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How to repair a punctured TPU inner tube

TPU tubes can be expensive, so taking the time to fix punctured ones can save you plenty of money. Here’s how

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What is rust and corrosion and how can it be prevented?

Not only does it look nasty, it can also compromise your components so knowing how to prevent rust is important for your bike

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E-bikes require regular maintenance to keep them in tip-top condition

E-bike maintenance top tips: How to service, clean and protect an electric bike

Like a regular mechanical bike, an e-bike requires plenty of care and attention to keep it in tip-top condition. Here's how

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How to clean a filthy bike chain

Using this method you can bring even the dirtiest chain back to life

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How to clean your bike effectively in 5 minutes

Ollie Bridgewood shows you how to quickly and easily clean your bike in just 5 minutes. Start the clock…

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How to wheelie a road bike

Popping the front wheel up is the perfect skill to develop your balance, control and handling on the bike

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How to convert a road bike to a 1x set-up

Single chainrings are taking over, but the simplicity of the set-up is complicated to achieve when dropping from 2x, so we've got some pointers to follow

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How to change integrated handlebars

Alex heads down to the Pinarello store in London to get his integrated bars and stem changed, showing you all the steps so you can complete the job too

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How to bunny hop a road bike

The bunny hop is more than just a skill to impress your mates, and learning it can help avoid obstacles on any ride

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Are you getting the most out of your bike's gears?

Conor Dunne and Manon Lloyd show you how to understand and use the gears on your bike most effectively for a better ride experience

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6 tips to build your fitness from scratch

If your fitness is at an all-time low follow these essential tips to keep yourself motivated and build it back up steadily

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How to track stand

Not only is the track stand a great party skill, it actually serves a purpose especially if you ride in a town or city - here are some tips to have you balancing with ease

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How To Get Rid Of Wheelsuckers On Your Bike Rides

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