Skills and Technique
10 essential tips for taking your first Strava KOM/QOM
How to become a King or Queen of the Mountains
Want to start road cycling? These are the 17 essential skills you need to know
Work on these aspects of cycling to improve your road skills, enjoyment and safety
Dear roadies: you’re shaving your legs wrong
We’ve shared these mistakes so you can avoid them
We beat the pros on Europe's toughest climbs – here's how we did it
UK riders Illi Gardner and Ed Laverack have set records on some of Europe's toughest climbs. They share their tips for success
Which muscles does cycling work and how can you train them?
Key muscle groups used when riding and how they're employed
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Pro cyclists struggle with these 6 skills – but here's how you can master them
From Thibaut Pinot’s skittish descents to Tadej Pogačar’s struggles on hot days, even pro cyclists aren’t perfect. Expert coaches show how you can turn a weakness into a strength
How to teach a kid to ride a bike in 30 minutes
Skip the stabilisers and teach them to ride properly in as little as half an hour
How to survive winter mountain biking – 7 tips from Bernard Kerr
Pivot Factory Racing’s Bernard Kerr brings you his top tips for keeping the fun going when it’s grim outside
Cycling in the snow: Our top tips on how to stay safe and have fun in icy conditions
Cold conditions call for extra care – or specialist equipment
8 tips for cycling at night: How to ride confidently and safely in the dark
Our tips on how to stay safe when riding at night
Technique
How to cycle in a group | Our top tips for group riding, from communication to pace lines
Stay safe and confident when cycling with others
Everything you need to know about cycling with cleats
Here's everything you need to know about switching to cycling with cleats and clipless pedals, from the benefits to practical real-world advice
How to plan your first road bike ride
Everything you need for an enjoyable introduction to road cycling