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If you haven’t a clue how many gears your bike has, how many you actually need or even how to use them properly, don’t worry — you’re not alone. We demystify derailleurs and sprockets and explain why in cycling STIs are a good thing to have Understanding the fundamentals of how gears work, and what effect varying the size of the front chainrings and rear cassette sprockets will have on your pedalling will help you choose the most suitable gearing for your ability. It’s hard to know whether you need a classic, compact, or a mid-compact chainset, and then you...

These cycling tips, covering kit, clothing, nutrition, technique and more are aimed at beginners, the new riders who’ve just started out on their great two-wheeled adventure. Think of us as your riding buddy who wants to help you get the most out of you and your bike! Below we’ve tried to cover the common pitfalls of getting into riding, but not forgotten that the best thing about cycling is that it’s fun. Whether you’re a road cyclist, mountain biker or city commuter, there’s bound to be something here for you. Best cycling clothing for beginners There’s some excellent cycling clothing...

Few of us are lucky enough to be able to splash a grand on our first bike. Instead, this tends to be the price range for people who’ve already spent some time with their first mountain bike and have decided they want something a little more serious to take their riding to the next level. While budget is still a priority, the bikes in this price bracket are a little more trail-focused. So you can expect to find suspension that’s a little more heavy-duty and equipment that’s a little better at handling the rigours of off-road riding You now find several full-suspension...