Why SRAM’s Eagle Powertrain ebike motor is a big deal
BikeRadar’s Alex Evans and Tom Law discuss why SRAM’s entry into the ebike motor market is a big deal, the brand now offering a top-to-tail outfit of bike componentry. From the system’s wireless connectivity and simple controls through to its automatic-shifting tech, this level of full-system integration is unprecedented. But is the new system any good? Alex and Tom take a deep dive to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
28 Sep 202349min
What are the best cycling climbs in Spain? Simon Warren’s six must-ride ascents
Simon Warren, author of the 100 Greatest Climbs series of books, joins George Scott for this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast. Simon’s latest book covers 100 ascents in Spain, plus the Canary Islands and Majorca, but George tasks Simon with picking out six of the very best. Buy the book: https://www.100climbs.co.uk/product-page/100-greatest-cycling-climbs-of-spain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
24 Sep 202333min
British Gravel Championships special | Road pedals, 28psi and sprint finishes
In this special edition of the BikeRadar podcast, digital writer Jack Evans records live from the British Gravel Championships at the King’s Cup Gravel Festival in Suffolk, east England. After taking part himself, Jack reports on a prestigious event in the UK off-road racing scene. You’ll hear from gravel galacticos, such as Ineos Grenadier Connor Swift and double Olympic triathlon champion Alistair Brownlee, and women’s podium finishers. The cry of the crowd, buzzing freehubs and whirring pressure washers will transport you to the fast, dusty tracks of the King’s Forest. https://www.bikeradar.com/features/pro-bike/british-gravel-championships-tech-gallery/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
21 Sep 202337min
Four retro MTBs we want to see reimagined
BikeRadar’s Rob Weaver and Alex Evans do a deep dive on four retro mountain bikes they want brought back to life with a modern twist. The pair discuss – among other things – the early days of drop-bar MTBs with Raleigh’s Tomac, the off-the-shelf performance of Giant’s ATX One DH, and how these bikes could be modernised to reflect current trends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
17 Sep 202351min
Specialized’s designers on the new Roubaix, Santa Cruz’s latest lightweight ebike and more
In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Tom Marvin discuss the biggest news in cycling tech this week, kicking things off with the new Santa Cruz Heckler SL and the Wahoo Kickr Move. We also hear from Ash Quinlan and Specialized’s senior design engineer, Glenn Bennett, who gives us the inside scoop on what went into designing the new Roubaix. Finally, we get a sneaky peek at the findings of Tom’s Classified Powershift hub review. As ever, if you have any thoughts, questions or feedback, email us at podcast@bikeradar.com Santa Cruz news: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/santa-cruz-heckler-sl/ Wahoo Kickr Move news: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/wahoo-kickr-move-kickr-bike-shift/ Specialized Roubaix news: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/specialized-roubaix-sl8/ Tom’s Classified Powershift review: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/classified-powershift-hub-review/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
14 Sep 202336min
New road, mountain and gravel bikes from Ridley, Trek and Wilier
BikeRadar’s George, Alex and Simon bring news of three new bikes. We’ve got something for everyone, with the new Ridley Falcn road bike, revamped Trek Slash enduro bike, and rough and rowdy Wilier Adlar gravel bike. Read our review of the Ridley Falcn – https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/ridley-falcn-rs-ultegra-di2-review/ Watch our video on the Trek Slash – https://youtu.be/-Izh1HyB_ck?si=Np60KsY6uEwG92ZG Listen to our podcast about high-pivot mountain bikes – https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Vpe7OhEZpo16qZCVzktQA?si=taVB3dsWRZqtROHtQ18N0A Read about the Wilier Adlar – https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-wilier-adlar/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
10 Sep 202325min
8 of the latest road tyres lab tested for rolling resistance – here’s what we learned
BikeRadar’s senior technical writer, Simon von Bromley, recently took eight of the latest high-end road tubeless tyres to Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub to test their rolling resistance. In this episode, BikeRadar’s senior technical editor, Ashley Quinlan, grills Simon on what he learned from that test, and how the results compared to their subjective impressions of riding each tyre in the real world. For the full results of the Silverstone lab test plus in-depth reviews of each tyre, head to www.bikeradar.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
7 Sep 202352min
The perfect power meter doesn’t exist
BikeRadar’s power meter cognoscente Simon von Bromley is often asked: “Which power meter should I buy?”. His answer is nuanced. Simon says you have to make compromises when choosing a power meter and probably always will. In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon discusses one of his favourite bike tech topics with senior road technical editor Ashley Quinlan and digital writer Jack Evans. https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/the-perfect-power-meter-doesnt-exist/ https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-power-meters/ https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/fitness-and-training/how-to-train-with-power/ https://open.spotify.com/episode/6BxsABCd5m7X5JwBahGyZ4 https://open.spotify.com/episode/5t5aE146Syjl9HiQwJuQVt Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
3 Sep 202345min
