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Drivetrains are often overshadowed, when upgrading your bike, by other components such as suspension and brake systems. Recently however, I’ve found that the changes I made to my drivetrain have made a drastic improvement, making the shifting fast and accurate as well as being far more silent whilst out riding and racing. When selecting drivetrains the choices in brands can be narrowed down to the two most reliable options, SRAM or Shimano. The c …

Oakley have been one of the leading brands in sport and lifestyle glasses for numerous years. The Oakley Radar has arguably been the most popular set of glasses for cycling and running. The Oakley Radar EV (Expanded View) is the latest offering in Oakley's Radar range. Sunglasses provide protection for the eyes from wind and sunlight, which is especially important when spending long periods out on a bicycle.I choose to use the Oakley Radar EV wit …

There is a lot of information in sport about the basic skills that are necessary for any sport, and also the transferring of skills and talent from one sport to another. Mostly it happens when people move between similar sports, like going from Rugby League to Rugby Union, or combining running, swimming and riding into a triathlon.So my question is, can you be successful in mountain biking, whether it is Cross Country, Enduro or Downhill, if you …

Going back a few weeks ago I purchased myself a new Giro Synthe helmet. What a purchase this has turned out to be.The Giro Synthe was first released back in 2014. It has fast been regarded as one of the most favoured helmets amongst all types of cyclists. The helmet offers plenty of hidden extras, including such values as breathability, style and aerodynamics. It's also the helmet worn by the pro team BMC.The Giro Synthe is a very light weight, w …