Even the top professional cyclists suffer from the same mechanical mishaps as the rest of us mere mortals. But what is the worst mechanical nightmare they've ever had while out training? Jon talked to some pros to find out.

What's the worst mechanical problem you've ever had on a ride? Let us know in the comments down below 👇

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Brought to you by the world’s biggest cycling channel, the Global Cycling Network (GCN), GCN Tech goes deeper into the bikes, kit and technology stories that matter.

GCN Tech is utterly obsessed with seeking out and showcasing the best in bikes, tech, products and upgrades. Everywhere. Every week. From news and rumours, first ride exclusives, how-tos, the weekly GCN Tech Show, pro bikes, set-up tips and more, we geek out over the tiny details that can make the big differences to you. 

With years of racing and industry expertise, we also bring you instructive maintenance videos to hone your mechanical skills, as well as behind the scenes factory tours and in-depth analysis of kit chosen by the pro peloton to keep your finger on the pulse of cycling’s latest technological innovations.

Engage with us every week on the channel and across social media – we’re here to answer every question you’ve got on mountain biking tech.

It's a question we've all asked ourselves, if money were no object 'what would a dream bike build be?'. Well, thanks to @CampagnoloSrl Alex has had the opportunity to do exactly that! Check out part one where he starts off this epic build...

In association with @CampagnoloSrl 👉  

🤔 What would your dream bike build be? Let us know! 👇


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Hotel Lalo - Harry Edvino
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Simple and Good Times - Oakwood Station
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Brought to you by the world’s biggest cycling channel, the Global Cycling Network (GCN), GCN Tech is the only channel you need for all things bike tech – past, present and future.

Simply put, we’re obsessed with tech: we seek out and showcase the best in bikes, components, tech, accessories, upgrades and more from races and events, tech shows and product launches across the globe to bring you the best in road bike technology.

We’ve also got great maintenance videos to help you get the most from your bike; pro-bike tours from all the biggest races; special features and the weekly GCN Tech Show. We also take a deeper look into the future of cycling, apps, smart tech and virtual riding. 

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I Built My Dream Bike!

Are carbon fibre handlebars as good as they first seem, or are they overpriced versions of their aluminium equivalents with an increased risk of snapping in half? In this video, Alex dives into the debate, explores the differences between each material and evaluates the pros and cons of each!

Carbon fibre or aluminium handlebars? 0:00
What you should consider first 0:34
What are the differences? 1:22
Cost: Aluminium VS Carbon Fibre 2:35
Weight 3:19
Strength 4:15
Material flexibility 6:21
Speed 7:41
Comfort 8:15
Conclusions - Tell us which material do you prefer in the comments 8:57

Which material do you prefer for your handlebars? 👀

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📹 Entry-Level Carbon Wheels Vs High-End Aluminium Wheels? 👉 


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Jackknife-Erik Fernholm
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Carbon Or Aluminium Handlebars: What Is BEST?

We know it can be tricky to navigate buying a used bike safely and confidently, so in this video, we explain how! Alex & Ollie give you a complete guide to avoid being scammed when buying a second-hand bike!

Also, in this week's show, "Hot Tech" is jam-packed full! We talk about slick aluminium bikes, new wheels, a new bike for MVDP, and Pinarello's newly-launched mountain bike! We also share some juicy bike vault submissions. Plus, the uploader is finally fixed!

Welcome! 0:00 
How to not get scammed buying a used bike  0:39
How to avoid scams on Facebook marketplace 1:08
Scams as a seller 2:32
How to avoid falling victim: Meet in person and check the cash 4:02
Dodgy profiles  5:03
Where is the best place to buy a used bike? 6:06
Be wary if it’s too good to be true 7:52 
Buying stolen bikes on accident 8:16
Fake frames 10:06
Overall "golden" rules 13:11
Hot and spicy tech 13:43
Our Limited Edition Camelbak bottles! 20:37
More hot tech 21:22
Comment of the week 24:07
Bike Vault 28:17

What's your experience been like with buying used bikes? 🚲

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📹 $500 Used Bike Vs $500 New Bike 👉 

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Don't Fall For Scams With Our Top Tips

Should I ride my gravel bike or endurance bike? Am I missing some important aero gains? How do I shift the rust off my drivetrains? These are just a few of the questions we address in this week's GCN Tech Clinic. Grab a brew and enjoy! 

00:00 Welcome to the GCN Tech Clinic
00:29 Can I use old tyres on new tubeless wheels? 
02:26 How do I clean rust off my drivetrain components? 
03:05 Am I missing any aero gains when running narrow tyres? 
04:24 Will I be able to ride a euro brake set-up? 
07:07 Will I need to shorten my cables when running narrow bars? 
07:16 Should I ride my endurance bike or gravel bike? 

We want to hear your tech question in the comments 👇 #askgcntech 

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📹 Why Do-It-All Bikes Are The Future 👉 

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