The blood coursing through our capillaries is fundamental to our fitness. How can understanding it better help us – legally – maximise our cycling performance? Nick Busca and David Bradford investigate
The training benchmark most talked about among cyclists is Functional Threshold Power. But how much does our prized FTP value really tell us? Nick Busca investigates
Do you need a licence to ride an electric bike? What's the maximum permissable power output for an ebike? Read on to find out more...
Peter Sagan has already established himself as not only one of the best riders of his generation, but also of all-time. Here Sagan and his coach Patxi Vila go through a typical week in training
The new Cervélo P5X was launched at the Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. Will this be the new radical trend in road time trials too?
We give you all the information your need to find your way about electric bike motors, including the different types of motors and which type to choose.
We rounded up the hardest bike challenges you can tackle
SuperOp is a great gadget that will help to boost you performance, informing you of your metabolic stress level and suggesting your ideal training load.
We tested the Scott E-Sub Tour electric bike and the Bosch Active Line. Both good products, but that can be developed more to be more competitive with other brands.
The Specialized S-Works Power saddle is made for serious riders who are looking for performance and great spec, with a unique shape that works really well.
We've tested the Argon 18 Gallium Pro. it's a pure racer's bike - fast on the flat and light enough to climb well, although let down by the supplied Fulcrum Racing Quattro wheelset
The M-24 backpack is a rock solid backpack made with old lorries tarpalin. It is not 100 per cent ideal for cycling, but it can still be a good choice.
Juicy Rolller is the newest product made by the UK manufacturer based in the Peak District. It is a super powerful and sensitive electric bike
The Cobb Plus is not a nice saddle to look at, but it is one of the most comfortable I have ever tried, particularly on long rides and on time trial bikes.
The Specialized SL Pro Jersey is certainly a great jersey. It's not crazy light (164 grams) but is breathable, however it's still a bit expensive at £100.
The Knog Blinder MOB V is a very smart rear light which you won't need cable charge as it features an integrated USB plug that can survive all conditions.
The Cateye Volt 800 is a good and solid front light, that does a good job lighting up the road ahead. However I found it a bit heavy, but the mount is good.
The Guee Sol 700 Plus is a very compact and well performing front light with a great ambient sensor that gives power according to the external light conditions
The NiteRider Sentinel 150 is a very good rear light with impressive brightness and a neat feature that projects a lazer bike lane onto the road behind you.
The Specialized Tarmac Expert sits in the middle of the American company's range, with an top frame that is stiff and light, but the wheels could be better.
