Latest articles by Chris Hovenden
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Ritte Ace review
US brand Ritte has added the Ace to the top of its road frame line up. After riding over 300 miles here is our full test report
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Rapha Backpack review
Rapha is renowned for creating cycling apparel that looks good and has great functionality. We checked whether the Rapha Backpack ticked all the boxes when it comes to what you want from a commuter rucksack
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Mango Bikes Point R review
We tested the Mango Bikes Point R, a sub-£1000 alloy machine
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Why are the GB pursuit squad not wearing socks?
Bradley Wiggins and the rest of the team pursuit squad rode to victory at the European Track Championships in Switzerland not wearing socks
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Tech of the Week: the £1000 national championship winning bike & the most exciting new bikes for 2016
This week proved you don't always have to buy a brand new and expensive bike to be quick. However, there are still plenty of new bikes out there
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HideMyBell out-front computer mount review
The HideMyBell looks to combine a classic bell with an out-front computer mount. We put it to the test
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Dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve review
Initially designed for triathletes, Dryrobe calls its collection of garments the most versatile changing robes and outdoor products. We put the Dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve to the test
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Does this Cannondale CAAD 12 have the best paint job you've seen?
The Cannondale CAAD 12 gets an eye-catching bespoke US stars and stripes paint job
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The eight best (or worst) cycling tan lines
Tan lines: a badge of honour among other cyclists, a potential source of embarrassment when transferring your cycling aesthetics to the real world
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The latest Zipp 404 wheels use new hub and braking surface technology
The Zipp 404 NSW carbon clincher has a new aerodynamic profile along with a new hub and braking surface
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Giant-Alpecin to wear protective shorts at Tour de France
No one wants to fall off their bike, and for many even talk of “touching down” is taboo. However, being prepared is no bad thing….
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Sako7 Socks Mondrian White review
Colourful long socks are somewhat de rigueur in the cycling world. There are none more flamboyant than those offered by Sako7
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Specialized S-Works Sub 6 Shoes review
Lace-up shoes are becoming more and more popular. The Specialized S-Works Sub 6 shoes are said to be light, stiff and aero
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Are bikes with disc brakes faster?
Will disc brakes will help you get from A to B quicker than a classic caliper set-up?
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Top seven time trial specific helmets used in the Tour de France
In stage one's individual time trial and Sunday's team time trial, we got to witness some top end kit all designed to save as many watts as possible. We look at some of the time trial specific helmets being used by the pros.
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Check out the 23 sub-£1,500 bikes that make up the new Boardman Performance range
New logo, new colour schemes and new bikes. The Boardman Performance range has been updated for 2016
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Endura FS260-Pro SL Classics Jersey review
The Endura FS260-Pro SL Classics Jersey is said to marry pro style with all weather protection. We put it to the test
