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I cycled my first 100-miles - it changed me: 5 things about the experience I’ll never forget
You don't have to only ride your bike to train for a 100 mile ride, but you do have to eat a lot to get to the finish line feeling strong, as Ellie Donnell found out
By Ellie Donnell Published
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'I spent 40 days and 40 nights in isolation, then went on to claim medals' - cycling is a daily motivation for Transplant Games athlete
Topley spent six weeks in isolation after a bone marrow transplant, but returned to become a medal-winning racer
By James Shrubsall Published
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7 things I learned from breaking my face
When a crash left CW’s Tom Davidson with a titanium plate in his cheek, his perspective on cycling started to change. Here’s what he took away from the saga
By Tom Davidson Published
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Psychological load from work, family and relationships can contribute to overtraining - here's how to avoid it
We ask a fatigue specialist what bike-related burnout really means, and how to avoid it
By Samuele Marcora Published
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'Age means nothing, it's the attitude and the work' says 73-year-old cyclist who conquered Unbound gravel race
In his semi-retirement, 73-year-old Roy Lopez is embracing cycling with newfound dedication, taking home trophies and defying age barriers with each pedal stroke
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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I learned how to ride clipless pedals for the first time after cycling with flat shoes for years - here's the how and why
Learning to cycle clipped in is a rite of passage for any cyclist, but it takes practice, as Ellie Donnell found out
By Ellie Donnell Published
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Could CBD products help to make you a better cyclist?
From reducing pain to promoting relaxation and sleep, myriad are the claims made for cannabidiol – but do they stack up? Rob Kemp finds out
By Rob Kemp Published
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I improved my gravel handling with this guidance from a national champ - and you can too
Experience on the road is a great foundation. Here's how to sharpen it for the trails
By Andy Turner Last updated
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FAQs of the Tour de France: How lean? How much power? How do they pee mid-stage? All that and more explained
Ever wondered why riders have such veiny legs? Do riders share rooms? How does a 60km ride count as a rest day? We take a look at the burning questions and those you never thought to ask
By Chris Sidwells Last updated