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Link to New Ridley Grifn RS is a light, fast and capable addition to Grifn all-road range
The new Ridley Grifn RS

New Ridley Grifn RS is a light, fast and capable addition to Grifn all-road range

New alloy and e-bike versions of the bike also join the line-up

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Link to Parlee unveils new Ouray 'all-road' multi-purpose bike
 Parlee has unveiled its new Ouray all-road bike

Parlee unveils new Ouray 'all-road' multi-purpose bike

The brand's first all-road bike is 'something you aren’t afraid to get dirty' says brand's CEO

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Link to Gravel e-bike vs road e-bike: which is best for you?
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Gravel e-bike vs road e-bike: which is best for you?

We look at the key differences and benefits of both types of e-bike to help you make the right choice for your needs

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Link to Should you ride your road bike on gravel?
James 'Hank' Lowsley-Williams pushing his Pinarello to the max

Should you ride your road bike on gravel?

If you're thinking about heading off the beaten track on your road bike, here’s how far can you push it before things start to break

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Link to Everything you need to know about the Cycle to Work scheme
Cycle to Work schemes are designed to help employees who commute to work by bike

Everything you need to know about the Cycle to Work scheme

If you live and work in the UK, the chances are you can access a Cycle to Work scheme. But is it a good idea and what are the risks and rewards?

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10 types of cyclists we all know

From the one who always punctures to the one who always get lost, we can all recognise these rider stereotypes

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Link to Seven tips to take you from amateur to accomplished cyclist
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Seven tips to take you from amateur to accomplished cyclist

There are some things in our riding that are inadvertently holding us back from unlocking our full potential out on the road. Here are seven tips to transform your riding

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Link to Six equipment changes that will turn your road bike into a gravel bike
With a few adaptations, your road bike can take on gravel trails

Six equipment changes that will turn your road bike into a gravel bike

With a few adaptations, your road bike can become a capable off-road machine.

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Link to Bike handling drills to turn you from passenger to pilot
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Bike handling drills to turn you from passenger to pilot

Try out these six exercises to elevate your skills and confidence on the bike

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Link to How much should you spend on a road bike?
What should you expect at each price bracket?

How much should you spend on a road bike?

The price range for road bikes is huge. We've grouped it into five brackets, so you know what to expect for your budget.

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Link to Specialized introduces most affordable Aethos yet with new third-tier model
The big S has released a new third-tier Aethos to the range

Specialized introduces most affordable Aethos yet with new third-tier model

The 105-equipped model uses the brand's 9r carbon to hit the new lower price point

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How to write your own training plan

How to make your own training plan

It might seem complicated, but in fact, anyone can make their own training plan. Here's how

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Link to 6 key differences between gravel bikes and road bikes
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6 key differences between gravel bikes and road bikes

These bikes may look pretty similar, but there are more differences between road and gravel bikes than just the obvious knobbly tyres

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Link to Focus unveils all-new Paralane endurance bike to blur boundaries between road and gravel
The new Paralane is the latest bike to follow the trends of all-road endurance bikes

Focus unveils all-new Paralane endurance bike to blur boundaries between road and gravel

The new Paralane introduces aero tweaks with tube profiling and internal cable routing but relaxes the geometry and ups the tyre clearance

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Link to Cervélo's first e-bike combines road and gravel features
Cervélo has announced its arrival in to the e-bike market with the new Rouvida

Cervélo's first e-bike combines road and gravel features

Flip chip technology allows a rider to tune the geometry specifically for both road or gravel riding

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Link to GCN Show: Are modern bikes a rip-off or actually worth their price tag?
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GCN Show: Are modern bikes a rip-off or actually worth their price tag?

Si Richardson and Dan Lloyd look into why prices of modern bikes have become so extortionate and ponder whether or not this is justified

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How to find the perfect bike fit

Numb hands, a sore back, or a stiff neck can ruin your ride and cause long lasting injuries. Follow these steps so you can ride efficiently and comfortably

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Link to Aston Martin reveals ‘world’s most bespoke, advanced and meticulously engineered' road bike
Aston Martin and J. Laverack have created a tailor made bike to the measurements of each owner with premium customisable spec choices

Aston Martin reveals ‘world’s most bespoke, advanced and meticulously engineered' road bike

A partnership with titanium specialist J. Laverack has led to the 3D-printed .1R road bike

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Link to Lauf launches the Úthald: A fresh take on road bike design from the gravel specialist
Icelandic brand Lauf has taken the script on road bike design and thrown it away with its own approach

Lauf launches the Úthald: A fresh take on road bike design from the gravel specialist

Icelandic brand is making moves with a ‘new-school-fast’ road bike offering wide tyre clearance and suspension-like compliance

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Link to Pinarello adds X endurance bike to its Dogma range
Pinarello Dogma X incorporates wider tyre clearance and all-new geometry to create a bike aimed at non pros

Pinarello adds X endurance bike to its Dogma range

Pinarello is best known for its success in Grand Tour racing with Ineos Grenadiers, but this new Dogma X has been designed from the ground up for the rigours of the real world.

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Link to 5 things cyclists shouldn't do... but do anyway
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5 things cyclists shouldn't do... but do anyway

Sometimes, riding a bike sensibly isn’t all that fun

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Link to Bianchi launches updated 6.6kg Specialissima road bike
Bianchi has dubbed its updated Specialissima as a 'next-gen all-rounder'

Bianchi launches updated 6.6kg Specialissima road bike

Italian manufacturer describes the bike as an 'all-rounder' that sits alongside its flagship Oltre

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Link to Giant releases updated Defy endurance range
Giant says its new Defy is for going longer, climbing higher and riding faster

Giant releases updated Defy endurance range

The fifth generation endurance bike is said to be lighter, smoother and more efficient than ever before

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Link to Brompton's collaboration with Bear Grylls is available now
Bear Grylls with his special edition C Line Explore

Brompton's collaboration with Bear Grylls is available now

Their collaboration with the TV survivalist is all about exploration and adventure, and is awash with earth tones

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