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Watch: how much faster is a time trial bike, really?

A promotional feature in association with Boardman  ‘Will a time trial bike really make me that much faster?’ – it’s a question I’ve been asked a lot of times. I’ve always answered in support of our heavier, tri-barred rigs: it’s massive. Minutes, easily, over a blue ribbon 25. However, checking myself in at the Boardman Performance […]

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Should you have float in your cleats?

We find out which type of cleats should be bolted to your shoes, and whether or not you should have float Image: SunadaWe find out which type of cleats should be bolted to your shoes, and whether or not you should have float

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Beginner’s bike fit: how to set up your bike

An one-on-one appointment with a professional will help you to find your optimal position for comfort and performance. But if you just want to be in the right ballpark, and avoid injury, we've got everything you need to know... If ordering a brand new bike is exciting, then receiving it is the pinnacle of joy. So much so that …Continue reading »

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Lower back pain: causes and prevention for cyclists

Compared to many sports, cycling is one with a relatively low injury rate (crashes and collisions apart) - but riders do need to take care of their backs Correct bike geometry and set-up are both vital for a healthy back, but for some cyclists, fatigue produces undesirable changes in muscle movement which also affects spinal posture

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Video: How to set up cleats on cycling shoes

Getting your cleats set up correctly could help you avoid injury and even make you go faster - we tell you how it works Getting your cleats set up correctly could help you avoid injury and even make you go faster - we tell you how it works

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