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Shimano have just bought back their legendary SPD sandal in a 25th anniversary limited edition, and you’ll not be surprised to hear that Jack Luke was aghast with excitement at this news! He bought in Simon and Matthew to discuss this rather divisive item of footwear, along with a chance to admit to some of their own, let’s just say, ‘interesting’ fashion choices of recent years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

3 Heinä 202016min

Everyone has an opinion on everything, and when it comes to mountain biking there’s plenty to have an opinion on. Some aspects of our riding culture can be pretty divisive, while others must come down purely to personal preference. We take a look at six of the most controversial debates, and hash out our own feelings and arguments, to see which of our mountain bike editors are really right. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

29 Kesä 202051min

Road cyclists and mountain bikers occupy very different worlds – from skids and jumps to Strava KOMs and Wattage data. But there’s plenty of common ground between us all (and we’re not even mentioning gravel cycling!). So, what can roadies learn from their dirt-covered cousins, and vice versa? We discuss this in the latest BikeRadar Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 Kesä 202033min

John Cordoba is the project manager for road and gravel at Specialized. He’s the guy that sets the vision for their latest bikes, outlines the design and engineering goals and then works with the R&D team, engineers, and designers to make it all happen. John sat down with our Senior Road Technical Editor, Warren Rossiter, in our latest podcast.   Key to our discussion is the Roubaix, including bit of history of the bike – where its aimed at its racing success and what it took to make the 2020 Roubaix. Plus we discuss the Futureshock suspension on the Diverge, Sirrus, and e-bikes… Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

22 Kesä 202032min

While it’s tempting to look at those super-spendy upgrades for your bike, it’s not always necessary to spend the big bucks. Matthew and Simon talk through their top tips for making your road bike that little bit better, without it costing the earth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

19 Kesä 202036min

Bike launch season should be well under way, with brands showcasing their latest models to a select group of cycling media. While they may look like a bit of a jolly for the lucky few, there’s serious business going on behind the scenes. With hundreds of launches between them, our technical editors Warren and Tom have seen it all – from the great to the terrible. Rob Spedding asks the questions you all want to know – how do bike launches work? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

15 Kesä 202037min

Everybody wants to go faster, but not everybody wants to drop a ton of cash doing it. So, what are the tricks of the trade that don’t cost the earth – or, anything at all? Our Simon is dedicated to going faster, and while Jack isn’t so bothered, he certainly likes going further, so they’ve teamed together to give you the lowdown on the cheap or free tricks to get your bike rolling faster and further. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

12 Kesä 202032min

With prices ranging from a couple of hundred quid all the way to 5-figure sums, road bike prices are as diverse as the bikes themselves. But, how much should you really look to spend? Where do the cost versus performance lines intersect? Can you get a decent bike for a few hundred quid, and if you spend more, will it be vastly different? Our team of road bike enthusiasts dissect the pricing structures, giving you a run-down of what to look for at varying price points. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

8 Kesä 202039min