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How to fix a bike puncture: video tutorial and easy step-by-step guide with tips

April 19, 2021

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Knowing how to repair a puncture is an essential skill that every cyclist needs to master. It can be daunting for the inexperienced but only takes a few minutes once you know what you’re doing. In the following guide and videos below, we’ll ta...

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What is a tubeless tyre? Everything you need to know

March 23, 2021

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Tubeless tyre technology for bikes is exactly what you’d imagine from the name – it does away with inner tubes, working in much the same way as the tyre and rim of a modern car. Tubeless is now the default option for mid-range to high-end moun...

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How to assemble a bike in 10 steps

March 2, 2021

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Over the last few years, the number of bikes sold online has rocketed. Buying online means you have far greater choice than what your local bike shop may offer, but it means you have to do the final bike assembly yourself when your new ride arrive...

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Road bike disc brakes: everything you need to know

February 10, 2021

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It’s only a few years since disc brakes were anathema to many road riders. Pro riders were especially vociferous in expressing their disapproval – or, at worst, hatred – of the new braking technology. Step forward to 2021 and all but one of ...

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BikeRadar Podcast | What’s the best gearing for gravel?

February 8, 2021

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Gravel is the hottest riding niche right now and there’s never been more choice in components designed for drop-bar bikes that blur the lines between road and mountain. In our latest tech-focused podcast, Matthew Loveridge and Jack Luke dis...

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How to wrap handlebar tape

January 7, 2021

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There’s nothing quite like re-wrapping your bars to make an old tired bike feel like new. Wrapping bars well is an acquired skill, but luckily BikeRadar is on hand to talk you through the process. Ask any 10 mechanics the best way to wrap bar ta...

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How to service the hubs on your bike

December 3, 2020

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If your wheels feel rough when you spin them, it’s time to service the hubs on your bike. Usually the problem will be caused by wear in your bearings or by the ingress of water and grime. Wheel bearings also do eventually wear out over time whic...