6 Hacks To Go Faster On Your Bike For Free

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We all want to go faster on a bike, and there are any number of ways to go about doing that, but this time we've got a number of devious ways to make sure you get that next Strava KOM!

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Have you thought about how much the air pressure can affect your speed? Or how to use your gears to get the most efficient chainline? By themselves this neat little tricks won't turn you from zero to hero overnight, but add them together and you'll soon be smashing your personal bests on every segment!

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