Paul Knott
Paul Knott is a fitness and features writer, who has also presented Cycling Weekly videos as well as contributing to the print magazine as well as online articles. In 2020 he published his first book, The Official Tour de France Road Cycling Training Guide (Welbeck), a guide designed to help readers improve their cycling performance via cherrypicking from the strategies adopted by the pros.
Latest articles by Paul Knott
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Philippe Gilbert focused on Roubaix and Milan-San Remo glory in 'strive for five' quest
Four-time monument winner looking to add French and Italian monument victories to his palmares
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Mark Cavendish looking forward to 'festival style' Tour de Yorkshire
Dimension Data rider looking to put disappointing start to season behind him on home soil
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Busting the triathlon taboo: Is it time cyclists broadened their horizons?
Triathlon gets a bad rap among cycling’s single-minded purists, but is it time to broaden our horizons? Paul Knott pulls on a tri-suit and heads for the sea to find out
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How to improve your bike-handling
Practising essential bike-handling skills is just as important as increasing your fitness levels
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This week's best bikes from 'Rate My Bike' - Specialized Allez Sprint, Giant Propel and more
We all love to talk about bikes, but now it's time to rate them
By Paul Knott Published
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TORQ Bar review
Torq are known for their innovative flavours but does this energy bar cut the mustard?
By Paul Knott Published
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After Edvald Boasson Hagen's epic Zwift session, you share your hardcore turbo training stories
We asked our readers if they can match the Norwegian's heroic 6.5-hour Zwift session, and you didn't disappoint.
By Paul Knott Published
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Madison Genesis are glutton for punishment with Tour of Britain breakaway attempts
Madison Genesis have been in every break in this year's Tour of Britain, and it doesn't look like they are going to be tweaking their tactics anytime soon.
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This week's best bikes from 'Rate My Bike' - Dassi Graphene Interceptor, Lamborghini Pinarello and more
We all love to talk about bikes, but now it's time to rate them
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Fernando Gaviria injury forces Quick-Step into Milan-San Remo rethink
Colombian sprinter's broken hand gives opportunity to Gilbert, Alaphilippe and Viviani to fight for leadership role
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Sodium bicarbonate can boost sprint performance by three per cent, says new study
Belgian research group reveal results for a 90-second sprint after three hour simulated race in lab study
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Quiz: How many of the top-25 2018 race winning riders can you name?
Elia Viviani led the way in wins in a season dominated by Quick-Step Floors, but who else was the cream of the crop?
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'Bottomless mimosas & gift baskets for stage winners': American company offers to 'step in' and sponsor Team Sky
I'm not sure Dave Brailsford will be giving Ritte Bicycles a call back
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Five tips to get the most from your cycling holiday or training camp
Prepare well and you can ensure your training camp is a triumphant and not a disappointment
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Hugh Carthy pleased to take attack to Tour of Britain peloton
EF Education First-Drapac rider best placed British rider after stage two finish into Barnstaple
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Alzheimer’s Research UK partner up with Cycling Weekly as charity partner for #CW5000 2021
ARUK partners with our year-long challenge, the CW5000
By Paul Knott Last updated
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How to stay hydrated during a Gran Fondo
Make sure you don't let hours of training go to waste by ensuring that hydration strategy is on point
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What is it like to be in the Tour de France yellow jersey for a day?
Sprinters are often offered just a small chance to wear the Tour de France yellow jersey. We speak to some of the leading fastmen to find out what it means to spend a day in yellow
By Paul Knott Published
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A mountain of characters - camping out on the Tourmalet
Cycling Weekly writer Paul Knott camped out on the Tourmalet to savour the unique atmosphere created by thousands of Tour de France fans. A once in a life experience that should be on everyone's to do list.
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This week’s best bikes from ‘Rate My Bike’ – Wilier Triestina, Colnago Concept and more
We all love to talk about bikes, but now it's time to rate them
By Paul Knott Published
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British racing scene branded ‘worst it has ever been’ as teams close
The recent spate of domestic team closures is leading some in the scene to brand it the “worst it has ever been”.
By Paul Knott Published
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Tom Dumoulin going to Tour de France for 'learning process' rather than 'great result'
Tom Dumoulin and his Team Sunweb team-mates will be heading to the Tour de France with the aim of going through the learning process the race has to offer.
By Paul Knott Published
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The natural foods you need for top performance and recovery (video)
Here we run through the best foods to boost your cycling
By Paul Knott Published
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How to master descents (video)
Descending can make even the best riders panic and go into their shell. But keeping calm and gradually improving your confidence and skills, can avoid these set backs
By Paul Knott Published