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When the weather gets grim its easy to go into hibernation mode and this is especially true when you’re surrounded by mince pies, selection boxes and leftover cheese, but “the inbetween” (the bit after Xmas but before New years) is the perfect time to get out on your bike, and we have some ideas… First of all you need to dress the part, warm layers, gloves and a spare waterproof jacket are a must for…

Exploring by bike gives a unique and intimate perspective of the world, allowing cyclists to absorb the sights and sounds of their surroundings. Whether winding through quaint villages, traversing rolling hills, or navigating busy city streets, any journey by bicycle can become an adventure. Conquering challenging terrain, and the sense of accomplishment at the end of a day’s ride are what makes us want to explore time and time again, asking “where does that go?”…

Innovation is woven into the DNA of Cervélo. The Canadian Manufacturer has introduced groundbreaking frame geometries, featuring aero-shaped tubing and unique designs that not only enhance aerodynamics but also redefine the overall riding experience. Cervélo’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of design is evident in every curve and angle and that is especially true of their new E-bike, the Rouvida. While the design brief didn’t actually say, ‘Don’t make it look like an e-bike,’ it…

Sometimes cycling can seem a bit like a cult, with its own language, clothing and peculiar ways, so buying a gift for someone who is a follower can be daunting. We’re here to help with some ideas for all budgets because there’s a good chance they already have that blue Park pizza cutter.. Gifts under £20 Muc-off’s tubeless puncture plug kit is a perfect stocking filler, its an essential for tubeless tyres to keep things…

Looking for some riding inspiration? Why not give our ‘route of the week’ challenge a go? This week we’ve chosen a mountain bike ride, with an intermediate skill level. Take a look and let us know how you get on. Ride overview: TYPE: MTBSTART: Warehome FINISH: WarehomeDISTANCE: 15.8 milesELEVATION: 675 ftSKILL LEVEL: Intermediate

Cervelo S5 This multiple grand tour winning aero monster looks a little more subtle in black compared to the Jumbo Visma canary yellow but it’s still a head-turner. The “Five Black” paint job doesn’t just offer an understated cool, it’s also Cervelo’s lightest finish. Cervelo S5 Trek Madone SL It’s no less aero than its SLR brother and in a satin black finish it looks just as good too. IsoFlow technology smooths out bumps in…