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If you’ve spent any time on Strava you’ll notice the same riders popping up again and again at the top of your local segment leaderboards. Often these riders are putting out world-class power numbers, and yet they’re a long way from being a professional racer. So why is that? Why don’t world class numbers on …

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It happens at the start of every summer — you head out for a ride in conditions much hotter than you’re used to and you suffer more than you thought was possible. Your body isn’t used to the conditions and even a gentle ride can feel like an ordeal. Thankfully it’s more than possible to …

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We’ve followed Kate Courtney’s journey of an XC mountain biker from an aspiring U23 all the way to her Elite World Champion title in Switzerland last year. Kate has been a columnist for us and given us a wonderful glimpse into her racing and training philosophies, balance as a student, confidence and rituals, and the …

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