We're back in the GCN Tech Clinic. This week Simon is in answering all your cycling tech questions, including whether sunscreen damages helmets, and what exactly the difference is between a cyclocross bike and a gravel bike.
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We're also discussing whether putting sealant in inner tubes is a good idea, and how cold weather affects helmet performance.
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