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Buying a Used Bike vs a New (Old) Bike?

Here’s What We Mean and Why It’s a No Brainer

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How Do Tubeless Tires Work? Are They Worth It?

Learn everything about tubeless in our guide.

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8 Best E-Bike Brands for Reliability & Performance

Electrify your ride with these top brands.

11 Bucket List-Worthy Gravel Bike Races in the U.S.

Find your next gravel race here.

Best Gravel Bikes Under $2,000

Our top picks.

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Ultimate Gravel Bike Brand Guide

Discover the Best Gravel Bikes for Every Adventure

In Depth: MTB Drivetrain Guide

Learn about the MTB drivetrain and brake options from the major players, SRAM and Shimano.

Aero, Lightweight, or Endurance? The Different Categories of Road Bike

Looking for a road bike? Learn about the key differences between the different types here.

E-Bike Brand Guide

Learn everything you need to know about the best brands of e-bikes here.

Mountain Bike Brand Guide

Our guide to the top mountain bike brands.

Road Bike Groupsets: SRAM, Shimano, & Campagnolo

Read our road bike groupset guide, where we explain everything you need to know between the different types and brands available.

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In Depth: E-Bike Motors and Batteries

Learn everything you need to know about motors and batteries, including torque, watt hours, and more.

Italian Road Bike Brands

Read about the finest Italian road brands here.

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Road Bike Brand Guide

Hit the tarmac with these top road bike brands.

Mountain Bike News, Guides & Reviews

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Mountain Bike Comparison: XC vs Enduro vs Trail Bikes Explained

With mountain bikes becoming increasingly specialised, tailored to different riding styles and terrain, the sheer amount of options on offer can be overwhelming. In this article, we've broken down the intricacies of each category to give you a better understanding of how they're different, and what would be the best mountain bike for you.

Mountain Bike Suspension Basics: What to Know

In this article we take you through the basic function of mountain bike suspension and demystify the common features and adjustments on offer.

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Best Mid-Range Trail Mountain Bikes for $4,500

As one of the most popular categories of mountain bike available, there’s little denying the versatility of a trail bike. So with that in mind, we thought it's high time to look through the current crop of trail mountain bikes, and list what we deem are the best choices to be had for under $4,500.

The (Dis)Advantages Of Single-Speed Mountain Bikes

In a world where huge gear ranges are available that let you pedal up and down hills at ease or great speed, it may seem strange to think that there are a whole load of people out there who choose to ride with just one gear.

Mountain Bike Wheels: What to Know

Before you spend your hard earned money upgrading the rolling stock on your ride, have a read of the buyer's guide for everything you need to know about mountain bike wheels.

The Ultimate Guide to Mountain Bike Groupsets

In this article, you’ll learn what you need to know when it comes to mountain bike groupsets including what each part does, the critical difference between various price points and other information you’ll need to make an educated decision on which groupset is best for you.

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Mountain Bike

With a seemingly overwhelming number of options on offer, buying a mountain bike can seem like a complicated process. We’ve put together this guide to help cut through all the terminology and explain the different types of mountain bikes, the type of riding you can do with them, and just how to choose the right one for you.

Dropper Seatposts: A Complete Buyer’s Guide

Regardless of whether you’re looking to enter the world of dropper posts, or simply looking to upgrade, with the comprehensive information on all things dropper posts, you’ll be dropping it like its hot in not time.

Mountain Bike Accessories: What You Need to Get Started

Looking to join the world of mountain biking and confused by what gear you need? Or have you just purchased your first mountain bike and are looking for advice on how to get the most out of your newfound hobby? Whilst the number of mountain bike accessories on offer can be overwhelming, never fear, with insight from Ash Swann of Yarra Valley Cycles in Lillydale (Victoria), we’ll cut the wheat from the chaff and detail our picks of the best mountain bike accessories to get you started.

Cycling Advice, How-To's and Buyer's Guides

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Six Simple Tips For Removing Scratches From Your Bike

Fortunately, fixing such scuffs and scratches doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. We outlined some great tips to erase scuffs and scratches from your bike with items commonly found around the house.

Understanding Bike Geometry Charts: What They Mean and How To Read Them

If you get the right size and style of bike, chances are the geometry is going to serve your purpose just right. However, if you’re keen to know about how it all works then this article spells out what each measurement refers to and how it is taken, along with how it influences ride and what you should be looking out for in bicycle geometry.

Choosing the Right Bike: Buyer´s Guide

Looking for the perfect bike but not sure where to start? Don’t worry, the numbers of options can be overwhelming, and that’s exactly what we’re here to help with. Follow these five steps to help you zone in on that perfect bike.

How to Remove and Fit Pedals

Replacing or installing pedals is a simple process but one you want to make sure you get right because without them your bike is useless. These simple tips work for both clipless pedals and standard flat pedals.

Buying a Used Bike: What to Know

With bikes, frames and tech in the cycling industry continually updating, and prices elevating as a result, buying a used bike is a fantastic way of saving a little cash, but there are risks involved. As such there's a few tips and tricks you need to take into account before laying down your money on a pre-loved steed.

Bike Frame Materials Explained

Impacting important characteristics such as ride quality and feel, a frame is often the defining feature of your favourite bike. We’ve put together this handy guide to help you better understand the foundation of your bicycle.

The Ultimate BMX Bike Buyer's Guide

Feeling spoilt for choice with what BMX to buy? We are here to clear things up, spell out the differences and arm you with the knowledge to confidently purchase the right BMX bike to suit your needs.

The Ultimate Kids Bike Buyer's Guide

There are no specific rules for buying a particular bike for a child. However, the tips below should point you in the right direction.

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How to Use a CO2 Cartridge

Changing a flat tyre out on the road can be a pain in the neck but it's likely something that every rider will have to do at some stage. While it's advisable to carry a hand pump with you in case of a flat, for many riders the size and awkward shape is prohibitive, leading many to opt for a CO2 cartridge and inflator instead.

Bicycle Pedals Buyers Guide: Everything to Know to Get Started

Regardless of whether you’re looking to clip-in, strap-in or step on, join us as we take you through everything you need to know about bicycle pedals.

How to Pump Up a Bike Tyre

Knowing how to pump up a bike tyre is a fundamental component of cycling, but for someone that is new to cycling it can be a little daunting with all the different types of valves, tyres and pressures. To help you feel more confident and knowledgeable about pumping up your bike tyres, and why it matters, we've put together this handy 'How-to' guide for pumping up a bike tyre.

E-Bike News, Guides and Reviews

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Momentum Voya E+ 3 E-Bike Review

Read on for our thoughts on the latest hub drive city e-bike from the lifestyle-inspired offshoot of the world’s largest bicycle manufacturer, Momentum....

E-Bike Buyer's Guide: Everything to Know

Without doubt the fastest growing segment of cycling, here's everything you need to know about buying an e-bike in one handy guide...

Trek Fuel EXe E-Mountain Bike Review

Read on for our thoughts on the latest and greatest lightweight e-mountain bike from industry giant, Trek...

n+ Mercedes-Benz EQ E-Bike Review

Mercedes-Benz are at it again, offering up yet another steed that bucks the trend of big brands slapping their likeness on a product without any thought or care. See the results of our review...

8 Best E-Bike Brands for Reliability & Performance

Electrify your ride with these top brands.

Road Bike News, Guides & Reviews

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The Ultimate Guide to Road Bike Groupsets

There are a number of things to be aware of when it comes to the engine room of your bike. Read on to learn & explore everything about road bike groupsets

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New 2024 Cannondale SuperSix Evo 4

Now in it's fourth generation, the Supersix EVO has been extensively revised. Here are eight facts you should know about the Cannondale Supersix EVO.

Road Bike Accessories: What You Need to Get Started

Bike accessories enhance your riding experience, but with thousands of options, they can easily overwhelm those new to the sport. To help you sort through the copious amount of accessories, we've listed the essential items that all road riders should consider purchasing to make riding more accessible, safer and more enjoyable.

Road Bike Wheels: What to Know

Before you go shelling out for a shiny new set of hoops, give this buyer's guide a read for everything you need to know about road bike wheels.

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Aero vs Endurance vs Lightweight Road Bikes Explained

We’ve broken down the intricacies of each bike to give you a better understanding of what makes them special and why they are suited to a specific environment.

Ultimate Guide to Road Bike Tyres: Everything to Know

Choosing the right tyres can do wonders for your riding experience. To help you know what to look for when choosing a tyre, we've created this comprehensive guide of what to know about road bike tyres.

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Road Bike

When it comes time purchase a new bike, there are a plethora of options that can be daunting. To help you make an informed decision we've created the ultimate guide to buying a road bike to help you sort through all the information and find the perfect bike for you.

Ridley Kanzo C Adventure Gravel Bike Review

With two models in the local line-up to suit both racers and adventurers, we managed to get our hands on the Kanzo Adventure C and set about putting it through its paces to see how it stacks up as a go (almost) anywhere, do-it-all steed.

Can I fit disc brakes to my road bike?

One question we’re commonly asked is if you can fit disc brakes to a road bike that currently has rim brakes? The short answer is a simple no, but stick with us and we’ll explain why.

2023 Trek Domane SLR Endurance Road Bike Review

In this review, we’ll cover the key updates, the type of rider this bike is best suited towards and our riding impressions of how the updates translate onto the tarmac.

2023 Giant Propel Aero Road Bike - Ten Things to Know

There’s a lot to dig into here, but never fear; we’ve broken it down for you into ten things to know, so read on for all you need to know about the all-new Giant Propel.

Cycling Clothing, Components & Accessories

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Beginners Guide to Bikepacking Gear

Using your bike as a form of transport is one liberty, but using it as a way to escape the city and make a holiday out of a weekend is growing in popularity. If you have an idea but not much gear, fret not! It is easy to gather a few vital pieces of equipment to get you through an overnight adventure on the bike.

The Ultimate Bike Shoe Buyer's Guide

We've created this comprehensive guide to help you make an informed decision and understand the different types of cycling shoes, no matter your preferred discipline.

The Science of Cycling Socks: Six Things to Know

With the help of Jackson McCosker, podiatrist at the Melbourne Podiatry Clinic, we’ve put together a list of six things to know about cycling socks and why they should matter to you.

How to Layer Up

Moreso than any other season, winter is a time to focus on function over fashion. There are not many things worse than being cold on the bike. Once you are cold, there's no escaping it, quickly turning your ride into a miserable experience.

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The Ultimate Bicycle Helmet Buyer's Guide

The purpose of this guide is to help explain how a helmet works, why they matter, the features to look out for, the differences between helmet types and what you can expect for a set budget.

The Ultimate Bike Light Buyer's Guide

With this helpful guide, we aim to outline the terminology you need to know, the difference between lights to see with versus ones to be seen, the unique requirements of road riding, mountain biking, and commuting, and also give you an idea of how far your budget will stretch.