The Ultimate road cycling shopping list
This list covers everything you need to start road cycling from your bike to your socks!
Setting up a mountain bike cockpit in 6 steps
This step by step approach will help you dial in your mountain bike position and improve control, confidence and comfort.
4 Best Carbon 26 / 27.5 Dual Suspension All-Mountain MTB between $3500 & $4500 for 2015
Four of the best 26"/27.5" all-mountain carbon dual-suspension MTBs in the intermediate to high-end price range.
Affordable efficiency: 4 Top 29er duallies under $3000 for 2015
These affordable bikes can climb, descend, trail ride all day long and then have a hit-out XC racing!
Crave SL
For all the singlespeed fans out there, Specialized has delivered with the Crave Sl. Featuring a lightweight M4 alloy frame coupled with a Chisel carbon rigid fork for the ultimate trail response and feel, this simplistic but fast machine will let you experience mountain biking in it's most purest form.
Approx. MSRP: $1,350.00
TCR Advanced TDF
The Giant TCR Advanced TDF is undoubtedly one of the most brilliantly packaged bikes on the market. With a high-en carbon fiber frame you have Shimano's Ultegra Di2 groupset for simple perfection in shifting. Giant's own brand handlebar, stem and wheels finish off a package that is worthy of racing at the highest le...
Approx. MSRP: $3,499.00Sirrus Sport Disc
The Sirrus Sport Disc from Specialized is a great machine for the daily commute, getting some exercise, or cruising city streets in style. This flatbar bike offers the speed and sharp handling of a traditional road bike, but without the back pain. The bike features a lightweight aluminium frame and fork. Reliable S...
Approx. MSRP: $750.00404 Firestrike Wheelset
The Zipp 404 Firestrike Wheelset is the latest in the long line of the winningest wheelset models in the world, the 404. With a 58mm rim depth, the 404 is suitable for both climbing and the fast, flat stages.
Approx. MSRP: $3,528.00Mandible
The Arundel Mandible is a thing of beauty. Not only is it a lightweight, perfectly functioning bottle cage, but it will compliment the look of any road bike just beautifully.
Approx. MSRP: TBASH-R320 PRO-TOUR RACING CUSTOM-FIT
The Shimano SH-R320 Pro-Tour Racing Custom-Fit will rock your feet. With the ability to custom fit these shoes, no longer will riders be forced into shoes that are just OK. Lightweight, stiff and with a ratchet system that allows the perfect tension every time, if you are serious about your riding, don't be silly an...
Approx. MSRP: TBAOctal
The Poc Octal is a super lightweight helmet designed with maximum ventilation for those long days in the saddle.
Approx. MSRP: TBANobby Nic
The Schwalbe Nobby Nic has had major overhaul in this new incarnation of the famous MTB tire fro Schwalbe. Re-designed to improve grip, lower rolling resistance and overall performance, if you are an XC or enduro rider, then this is the tire for you.
Approx. MSRP: TBATown and Country
The Continental Town and Country has been the go-to tire for commuters world-wide for many a year. Designed for high mileage, featuring first-class puncture resistance and grip for any conditions the road or trail can throw at you.
Approx. MSRP: $34.95Grand Prix 4000 S II
The Continental Grand Prix 4000 S II has been seen as the gold standard in race tires has now gotten even better. The rolling resistance has been reduced to give you some "free speed" while the famous 4000 S puncture resistance has also improved. For the ultimate race tire that won't leave you fearing a puncture at ...
Approx. MSRP: $70.00
New bike setup: 7 steps to ensure your bike is ready to ride
Got a new steed for Christmas? Get into the habit of checking your bike before every ride and stay safe out on the road or mountain.
The 3 most important things to know when buying your first serious bike!
We think these are very important points to consider prior to dropping the cash on a new bike.
Meals on wheels: Realistic nutrition tips for cyclists
With increased physical activity it is best to alter your nutrition for optimal performance and health. These tips are realistic practices to incor...
10 tips when buying a commuter
We clear up what to look for when buying a bike for commuting in 10 easy steps
Shimano Ultegra vs. SRAM Force 2015
We compare these road bicycle groupsets that offer high-end functionality at a more affordable price.
What to look for when buying a new road bike: 2015 Shimano groupset guide
The 2015 Shimano road groupset range explained. What do you need on your new steed?
Knicks, Bibs, or Baggies?
These are the options for comfortable cycling, but which would you choose?
Caleb Ewan: Great Expectations
He is one of the World Tours hottest prospects and he is only 20 years old. Caleb Ewan is already showing the world his massive potential.
