Save or Spend? Cycling Upgrade Hacks | Maintenance Monday

Should you splash the cash or can you save? Upgrading your bike doesn't always have to put you out of pocket, so Si shows you how to get the most bang for your buck when it comes to upgrading your road bike.

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Which cycling upgrades represent the best value? Ex pro rider Simon Richardson asks, should you spend or save? 💵

- Groupset upgrades - is it worth it?
- Will a tyre upgrade deserve your cash?
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- Do bars give you bang for buck?
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- Can you save on your clipless pedals?
- So what about Powermeters?

Let us know what you think the best upgrades you can make in the comments 👇

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