10 tips to choosing the right cycling shoes
Ten tips to choosing the best road or mountain bike shoes.
Top ten tips for criterium first timers
Criterium racing is fast paced frantic fun! It also requires skills, fitness and brains. Follow these tips to improve your success when racing.
What to pack: Mountain bike race weekend
A weekend away racing a multi-stage or endurance mountain bike event requires a good amount of planning and packing. Here is what you will need to ...
Disc brakes: 2 simple repairs when on the trail or at home
Many brake problems are best fixed by your local bike shop mechanic. But what about if you're already out riding or haven't time to get it fixed be...
Mountain bike race day: What to carry
If you are committed to an XC or endurance mountain bike race check out our list of the essentials to carry, and how to carry them.
What to look for when purchasing a new saddle
Here are some key qualities to look for when trying to find the perfect saddle
Compact Cranks: What are they and should I upgrade?
Compact cranks are now standard kit on most endurance and mid-range road bikes. But what are they and why would I want to ride them?
5 things to look for when upgrading mountain bike wheels
Nothing can change how your mountain bike performs more than a wheel upgrade. Here are some things to look for when shopping around.
Interval training part 2: The 3 energy systems and how to train them
Interval training can be tailored to suit different requirements in your riding. We outline the different energy systems and how to improve them.
Bike Fit: Getting saddle height right
How many ways to skin a cat? Probably about the same as there are ways to set your saddle height correctly.
A beginner's guide to interval training
Intervals done properly will increase your strength, speed and fitness. So what are they and how can I adapt my regular ride in a simple way?
Stay Fresh: Road cycling tricks
Keeping fresh on the road can be a challenge especially when you are at your limit in a bunch. We share some tricks to saving energy on a long road...
24hr solo race preparation
What does it take to get to the start line of a 24hr race ready to go? We asked our expert and this is what he had to say.
What is the best wheel size for marathon or endurance mountain biking?
Which wheel size is the best choice for an endurance or marathon mountain bike race? 29er or 27.5?
5 top mountain bike pedals
There are a heap of options available when upgrading your MTB pedals. Here are five of the most popular models to check out at upgrade time.
How to save energy while mountain biking
In mountain biking there are plenty of opportunities to waste energy and wear yourself down. Our mountain bike expert sheds some light on ways to m...
Buying an affordable Time trial bike
Time trial/triathon bikes can be an expensive purchase. We show what to look for, and some affordable alternatives.
Bike safety checklist: Important checks to make before you ride
Routine pre-ride checks are an important part of your bicycle maintenance routine. They not only ensure that your ride goes smoothly and free from ...
Cycling and food: When to eat and what to eat
Some say that the best thing about cycling is that you can eat whatever you want. But is this actually true? We look at what to eat and, equally im...
Clipless or flat? Pedal decision made easier
Which type of pedal is best for mountain biking: clipless or flat? We answer this question with advice for your next purchase.
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