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Link to Tech analysis: The inexact science of Paris-Roubaix
It appears like the ideal Roubaix set-up is still open for discussion

Tech analysis: The inexact science of Paris-Roubaix

It’s not a case of 'one size fits all' when teams are deciding on what equipment to use for the tough cobbled Monument

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Link to A new era for Paris-Roubaix tech as aero bikes and wide tyres dominate
This year's race showcased the versatility of the modern aero race bike

A new era for Paris-Roubaix tech as aero bikes and wide tyres dominate

The French Monument used to be a hotbed for cobble-taming tech, but most teams ran decidedly normal set-ups that didn’t diverge too far from the norms

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Link to Mathieu van der Poel: 'I don't think the Paris-Roubaix cobbles are meant to be ridden on a road bike'
Van der Poel is keeping his bike fairly stock for Sunday with wide tyres and double wrapped bar tape the only modifications

Mathieu van der Poel: 'I don't think the Paris-Roubaix cobbles are meant to be ridden on a road bike'

The reigning World Champion shares his thoughts on bike set-up ahead of Sunday’s monument

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Link to Paris-Roubaix Femmes tech: How did teams set up their bikes for a day in hell?
Paris-Roubaix sees riders set their bikes up in ways not seen anywhere else in the season

Paris-Roubaix Femmes tech: How did teams set up their bikes for a day in hell?

Paris-Roubaix is like no other race on the calendar, leading riders to set their bikes up in unique ways

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Link to Hot tech of the cobbled Classics
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Hot tech of the cobbled Classics

We take a look at some of the most eye-grabbing tech that teams have on display

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Link to GCN Tech Clinic: Wider tyres, dry-weather lube & noisy freehubs
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GCN Tech Clinic: Wider tyres, dry-weather lube & noisy freehubs

Your latest bike-related questions are under scrutiny from the GCN team in this episode of the Tech Clinic

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Link to What tyre width do pro cyclists use on the cobbles?
32mm tyres were seen ahead of E3 Saxo Classic

What tyre width do pro cyclists use on the cobbles?

Wide tyres are already used by most pro cycling teams across the season but when the race includes cobbles, they go even wider

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Link to Why tyre pressure and tyre width matter so much for cycling
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Why tyre pressure and tyre width matter so much for cycling

Making the right tyre choices could be the best value upgrade you can have to improve your ride experience

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