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

‘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 Centre in Evesham, I finally had […]

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Seven ways to stay motivated when you're taking a break from racing

Fred Whitton ride (Russ Ellis)
If you're not currently racing, how can you keep the fire in your belly blazing to stay in shape and go on challenging yourself?

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Fitness, General News, Training, You asked Google -

'Do cyclists live longer?' - you asked Google, and we've got the answer

The fountain of eternal youth hasn't been located yet, but the bike in your garage is a good place to start

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How two amateurs with full-time jobs trained for the world’s toughest event, the Race Across America

Race Across America (Alamy/Daniel Gould)
With full-time jobs and calendars full of commitments, how do amateur riders find the time and energy to prepare? We spoke to two set to take on the challenge

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When is it too hot to race?

Magnus Cort Nielsen at the Tour. Photo by Tim de Waele/Getty Images
Reaction to heat is individual - but there are some steps we can all take to keep ourselves hydrated

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