<p>In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, deputy editor Jack Luke sits down with digital writer Jack Evans and senior tech writer Simon von Bromley to discuss the biggest news in cycling tech.</p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>In this Tech Q&amp;A episode, we're focus<s>s</s>ing&nbsp;on mountain bike suspension. From knobs and dials to coil springs and upping travel, our tech team advise you&nbsp;how to get the best out of&nbsp;your&nbsp;bikes.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>We'll be&nbsp;concentrating&nbsp;on a specific topic in&nbsp;each of&nbsp;our Tech Q&amp;A podcasts this year, with road and MTB drivetrains coming up in the next couple of months, so if you've any questions on either discipline, drop&nbsp;us a line at&nbsp;<a href="mailto:podcast@bikeradar.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcast@bikeradar.com</a>.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>2023 looks set to be another bumper year for road bike tech, with new bike launches from key brands on the horizon.</p><br><p>In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke, Simon von Bromley and Liam Cahill consult the tea leaves and run you through the models we think will be revamped this year.</p><br><p><a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/5-new-race-bikes-we-want-to-see-in-2023/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/5-new-race-bikes-we-want-to-see-in-2023/</a></p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>In this edition of the BikeRadar podcast, digital writer Jack Evans and senior technical writer Simon von Bromley speak to Jacob Tipper about the risks of over-relying on your smart trainer.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Jacob rode for the world-beating Huub Wattbike track team and was a road professional with Ribble Weldtite. He now uses his Master’s Degree in Applied Sports Science to run his coaching business, Jacob Tipper Performance Coaching. His clients have included former UCI Hour Record holder Dan Bigham and EF Education-EasyPost WorldTour professional Ben Healy.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Jacob admits turbo training has its place, but argues riding on the road is essential to develop bike handling, pedalling technique and aerodynamic efficiency. He explains why averaging more watts in a session doesn’t necessarily make you fitter and points out the flaws of the Training Stress Score metric.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Jacob also weighs in to the divisive polarised vs pyramidal endurance training debate. Plus find out why he advocates winter strength training for force-limited cyclists and a flexible approach to coaching.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Lastly, Jacob, who is Head of Cycling at Huub Design, discusses the challenges of Research and Development for cycling clothing.&nbsp;</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Virtual racing is a popular and growing phenomenon, and even the BikeRadar team has been getting in on the action from time to time.</p><br><p>In this edition of the BikeRadar podcast, senior tech writer Simon von Bromley hosts a discussion with senior tech editor Ashley Quinlan on the learnings Ash has taken from his dabbling in Zwift racing.</p><br><p>Listen to the rookie mistakes he has made so you can avoid them, plus hear how each of them approaches Zwift racing and the pitfalls to avoid. Simon and Ash even dip their toes into the murky waters of so-called ‘virtual doping’, and provide some recommendations on how to approach virtual racing when the going gets tough.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Having covered our road and MTB trends for the year already, in this episode Jack Luke is joined by Ashley Quinlan to discuss their gravel tech and racing predictions for 2023. Jack and Ash are joined from across the pond by Ben Delaney, a gravel racing pioneer and expert on all things rough and ready. Jack, Ash and Ben chat about the next steps in gravel tyre design, whether gravel suspension will really take off in 2023 and how the burgeoning gravel race season will continue to develop.</p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>BikeRadar and Cycling Plus senior technical editors Ashley Quinlan and Warren Rossiter come together in this final episode of the road (and gravel) bike frame materials series.</p><br><p>Having discussed the major frame materials, carbon, aluminium, titanium and steel, Ash and Warren sit down to talk about some you might not have thought of.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Magnesium, thermoplastic, even wood and bamboo, are discussed, with Warren explaining their history, how they’re made and their potential future.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>he team gaze into&nbsp;a&nbsp;crystal ball and discuss their top road tech trends and predictions for the year ahead.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Which&nbsp;types&nbsp;of bikes do we think will dominate? Which brands will release new groupsets? Will 2023 finally be the year when aero sensors go mainstream?</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>All of this, and much more, in this episode of the BikeRadar podcast.</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

Our MTB tech team look forward to 2023, and discuss the trends from across the MTB world that are likely to come to fruition in the coming year.<br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>BikeRadar and Cycling Plus senior technical editors Warren Rossiter and Ashley Quinlan talk to Tom Ritchey, founder of Ritchey – and all-round cycling royalty.</p><br><p>In this episode of BikeRadar’s bike frame materials series, we speak to Tom about his remarkable history in steel innovation, the enduring allure of steel as a bike frame material and how a steel frame is made.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Is it true that steel really is real?</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>The turn of the year gives us the opportunity to reflect on the past 12 months and look ahead to 2023.</p><br><p>In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, our roadies and mountain bikers, gravel riders and bikepackers, cross-country racers and downhill shredders all outline their ambitions for 2023.&nbsp;</p><br><p>From epic adventures to humble personal goals, our resolutions reflect the varied make-up of our team, but one thing ties us all – a passion for riding and enjoying life on two wheels. Here’s to more in 2023!&nbsp;</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>BikeRadar and Cycling Plus senior technical editor Warren Rossiter and senior tech writer Simon von Bromley talk to Jon Cariveau, brand manager at Moots.</p><br><p>In this episode of BikeRadar’s road (and gravel) bike frame materials series, we discover everything worth knowing about titanium.&nbsp;We talk about how a titanium bike frame is manufactured, discuss how it differs from other metal commonly used to make bike frames, and find out what titanium can offer a rider.</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast,&nbsp; Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley go over 2022’s top 5 news stories from the world of road cycling tech.&nbsp;</p><br><p>New aero bikes, a pair of fancy shoes, exciting drivetrain tech and the rise of the all-road bike top this year’s charts, but what would be your personal pick? Let us know at <a href="mailto:podcast@bikeradar.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">podcast@bikeradar.com</a> </p><br><p><br></p><ul><li>Trek Madone:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2023-trek-madone-slr/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2023-trek-madone-slr/</a></li><li>Trek Madone review:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/trek-madone-slr-9-etap-2023-review/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/trek-madone-slr-9-etap-2023-review/</a></li><li><br></li><li>Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 review:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/2023-giant-propel-advanced-sl-0-review/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/2023-giant-propel-advanced-sl-0-review/</a></li><li><br></li><li>Shimano S-Phyre RC903 shoes: <a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/news/shimano-s-phyre-rc-903/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bikeradar.com/news/shimano-s-phyre-rc-903/</a></li><li><br></li><li>Shimano 105 Di2: <a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/features/shimano-105-di2-weight/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bikeradar.com/features/shimano-105-di2-weight/</a> </li><li><br></li><li>Cannondale Synapse: <a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2022-cannondale-synapse/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2022-cannondale-synapse/</a>&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Our tech team reflect on a year of new product launches, dozens of bike reviews and a whole raft of kit testing to pick out their favourite bits of tech from the past 12 months.</p><p>Tom, Rob, Luke and Al look back at everything from hidden shocks to steering stabilisers, budget bikes to sensitive suspension.</p><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Senior technical editors Ashley Quinlan and Warren Rossiter talk to Chris D’Aluisio, one of Specialized’s tech gurus who’s been at the forefront of aluminium (and carbon) frame development.</p><br><p>Specialized is one of the biggest bike brands in the world, and the creator of the Allez, one of the most popular alloy performance road bikes.</p><br><p>In this episode of BikeRadar’s road (and gravel) bike frame materials series, we answer some key questions around aluminium as a bike frame material. What does ‘6061’ mean? How is an alloy frame made? How has design evolved over the years? And could we see an aluminium resurgence in the future?</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, we summarise the top 5 tech news stories on BikeRadar in 2022, as voted for by your clicks.</p><br><p>From innovative drivetrain tech to a new generation of aero road bikes, the last 12 months have seen gazillions of exciting new products.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Jack Luke, Simon von Bromley and Robin Weaver discuss the top five stories from the year, and dissect why they struck a chord with you – our beloved audience.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Lal Bikes Supre Drive:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/news/lal-bikes-supre-drive/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/news/lal-bikes-supre-drive/</a></li><li><br></li><li><br></li><li>Trek Madone news:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2023-trek-madone-slr/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2023-trek-madone-slr/</a></li><li>Trek Madone review:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/trek-madone-slr-9-etap-2023-review/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/trek-madone-slr-9-etap-2023-review/</a></li><li><br></li><li><br></li><li>Skarper conversion kit:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/news/skarper-ebike-conversion-kit/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/news/skarper-ebike-conversion-kit/</a></li><li><br></li><li><br></li><li>Giant Propel Advanced SL 0 review:<a href="https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/2023-giant-propel-advanced-sl-0-review/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"> https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/2023-giant-propel-advanced-sl-0-review/</a></li></ul><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>BikeRadar and Cycling Plus senior technical editors Warren Rossiter and Ashley Quinlan talk to Jake Pantone, VP of Product &amp; Brand at ENVE.</p><br><p>ENVE has a long history of carbon expertise, starting out as a carbon tube manufacturer, and is today known for its high-performance carbon wheels, and the Custom Road and Melee frames.</p><br><p>In this episode of BikeRadar’s road (and gravel) bike frame materials series, we discuss the history and development of carbon, what makes carbon such a popular material for frame manufacture, the differences between carbon types, plus cover any pitfalls a carbon frame buyer should look out for.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>With the new year looming large on the horizon, BikeRadar’s crop of dedicated roadies are looking ahead to see&nbsp;which&nbsp;bikes will&nbsp;be&nbsp;making headlines and setting trends.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>In this episode, senior technical writer Simon von Bromley catches up with&nbsp;Ashley Quinlan and Warren Rossiter, senior technical editors on BikeRadar and Cycling Plus, to discuss four road bikes&nbsp;they think will be among&nbsp;the most influential in 2023.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>To read the full feature and discover more about the four bikes discussed here, pick up issue 401 of Cycling Plus, which is on&nbsp;sale&nbsp;from 22 December 2022.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>With the cold weather starting to bite here in the Northern Hemisphere, many are turning their attention back towards finding a way to get through the winter in relative comfort.</p><br><p>While some will still dust off their winter road bike and cold weather cycling kit, many will break out their smart trainer or smart indoor bike instead.</p><br><p>With that in mind, BikeRadar’s senior technical editor, Ashley Quinlan, and senior technical writer, Simon von Bromley, discuss the latest smart trainer releases, what’s happening in the world of indoor cycling software and why you should consider virtual racing this winter.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Rounding off our Getting Into Mountain Biking mini-series, we pass the mic around the team, as well as asking special guest Tracy Moseley’s opinion, casting our minds back to when we first started riding dirt.</p><br><p>From tackling mental challenges that the sport brings to proper nutrition and some hard truths, we hope our 10 things we wish we knew when we started mountain biking helps you learn from our mistakes!</p><br><p>Do any of these ring true with you? Let us know at podcast@bikeradar.com.</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast,&nbsp;we have a quick look back at four key bikes that have launched in the past week.</p><p>There's the new Giant Reign, which has seen an overhaul to bring it right up to date, as well as Ridley's new Grifn&nbsp;–&nbsp;a bike that blurs the line between road and gravel.&nbsp;</p><p>In addition, we talk about the new Scott Lumen eMTB. The top-spec model comes in at an eye-watering £14,699, but don't worry, there&nbsp;are&nbsp;cheaper versions too.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p><span class="ql-cursor"></span>With bike and gear already sorted, in the third part of our Getting Into Mountain Biking mini-series we’re chatting with MTB legend Tracy Moseley about the really fun bit – all about the experience of riding a mountain bike.</p><br><p>We cover where to head with your mountain bike, who to go riding with, what kind of mountain biking events there are and why you might want to consider getting some coaching.</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>Senior technical editor Warren Rossiter talks to Ridley product manager Bert Kenens on the eave of the launch of their new N+1 killing all road bike the Grifn (sic). A bike that aims to be as at home on gravel as it is on the road</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>We’re well into smart trainer season now, which means Simon von Bromley, BikeRadar’s senior technical writer, has been doing his annual tests of the latest models. As ever, Simon has come out the other side of this testing with some more strongly held opinions – this time, it’s that ERG mode (an optional setting used by smart trainers to automatically adjust the resistance to match your cadence, to hold you at a prescribed power output during a workout) is overrated.</p><br><p>But why does he think that, and does anyone else agree? In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon sits down with Ashley Quinlan, BikeRadar’s senior technical editor, to explain how ERG mode can potentially affect your pedalling style, why this matters, and what you might consider doing instead.</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

<p>SRAM took the fight to Shimano in 2021 when it launched Rival eTap AXS – a 12-speed, wireless electronic groupset at a relatively affordable price point.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>After years of telling us that 105 Di2 wouldn’t happen, Shimano&nbsp;was forced to react and create a rival for Rival eTap AXS. And now it has – Shimano 105 Di2 R7120 launched earlier this year.</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Having had plenty of time to put both groupsets through their paces, BikeRadar’s&nbsp;senior technical editor,&nbsp;Warren Rossiter, sits down with&nbsp;senior technical writer,&nbsp;Simon von Bromley, to discuss the strengths and weaknesses of each system, and see if they can crown one the king of budget electronic road groupsets.</p><br><p><br></p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>