Tips and advice
for every cyclist.

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Road Safety — the Cyclist's and the Driver's Perspective

Cyclists and drivers share the same road but see it completely differently. Understanding the other side's blind spots is the first step to safety.

Data & metrics

How to measure FTP — Ramp Test step by step

A complete guide to measuring FTP using the Ramp Test: preparation, protocol, calculation and what to do with your result.

Gear & maintenance

GPS navigation for cycling — is it worth it and which to choose

Planning a longer bike trip? Here's why GPS navigation is worth investing in and what to look for when choosing a device.

Gear & maintenance

GPS Bike Navigation — Is It Worth It and Which One to Get

For a short, familiar route, a phone in your pocket is enough. For multi-day trips into unknown terrain, a dedicated GPS unit changes the equation.

Training

Fizzy Drinks and Cycling Training — Why It's Worth Giving Them Up

CO2 from fizzy drinks bloats your stomach and makes breathing harder on the bike. What it really does to your power — and how to measure it.

Gear & maintenance

How to choose cycling shoes — beginner's guide

Road, MTB, or gravel? Cleat systems, fit, stiffness, and how to find the right cycling shoes without overspending.

Health & recovery

Saddle Pain — Causes and How to Stop It

Saddle pain drives plenty of riders off the bike after a few long rides. Almost always it's a fixable combination of issues, not just a 'tough seat' problem.

Gear & maintenance

How to Choose Cycling Shoes — a Beginner's Guide

Cycling shoes genuinely change comfort and power transfer, but the options are wide. SPD, SPD-SL, platforms, stiff soles — here's how to pick.

Data & metrics

Left/Right Leg Power Balance — Does It Actually Affect Your Results?

L/R power balance from pedals: what's normal, when 45/55 is a problem, and when it's just measurement noise. Data over myths.

Gear & maintenance

Best time to buy a bike — when to get the best deal

When to buy a new or used bike to get the best price. Seasonal patterns, sales cycles, and what to watch for.

Gear & maintenance

When to Buy a Bike — the Best Time to Buy New or Used

A bike bought at the right time can cost 20–40% less than the same model in peak season. The bike market is heavily seasonal.

Gear & maintenance

Dropper Posts — What to Know Before You Buy

A dropper post lets you drop the saddle on descents and raise it back on climbs with a lever, no dismounting. Here's how it works and what to check before buying.