Nathan Haas on why you don’t need MTB tyres for gravel and how the UCI is “disrespecting” gravel pros

Nathan Haas on why you don’t need MTB tyres for gravel and how the UCI is “disrespecting” gravel pros

Liam and Simon are joined by Nathan Haas, a former WorldTour professional turned gravel privateer, to discuss the tech trends that could define gravel racing in the coming years. Having started his cycling career as a mountain biker, Haas explains why he thinks MTB tyres and suspension forks are overkill for gravel racing. The trio also touch on the recent UCI Gravel World Championships, and how the sport’s governing body could improve its support for the independent gravel racing scene. To hear more from Haas, check out his podcast, The Gravelog. 2024 Gravel World Championship tech trends Best gravel suspension forks Gravaa KAPS on-the-fly pressure adjustment system helps Vos secure Gravel Worlds win Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Campagnolo strikes back with Super Record 13 – and Shimano gets weird with Q’Auto

Campagnolo strikes back with Super Record 13 – and Shimano gets weird with Q’Auto

This week on the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley get stuck into Campagnolo Super Record 13 – the world’s first 2x 13-speed wireless road groupset.   Lighter than the competition, ...

5 Jun 202538min

Shimano launches XTR M9200 Di2, its first wireless electronic MTB drivetrain

Shimano launches XTR M9200 Di2, its first wireless electronic MTB drivetrain

Senior tech ed Alex and video presenter Tom chat all things XTR Di2, from the brand’s removal of wires and internal batteries through to shifter ergonomics and shift performance. Tune in if you want a...

4 Jun 202543min

A drop bar MTB for Unbound?! Why Chris Mehlman’s wild Pivot LES SL could be the future of gravel tech

A drop bar MTB for Unbound?! Why Chris Mehlman’s wild Pivot LES SL could be the future of gravel tech

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, digital editor Jack Luke takes a super nerdy deep dive into Chris Mehlman's drop bar Pivot Les, which he’ll race at Unbound XL 2025.    We explore the speci...

29 Mai 202550min

Should mountain bike tyres be even wider? Why bigger might not always be better

Should mountain bike tyres be even wider? Why bigger might not always be better

Mountain bike tyre widths seemed to have plateaued, but could making them wider offer more traction and cushioning, or even make you faster? Some people certainly think so. In this episode, Tom, A...

25 Mai 202530min

Pirelli’s monster 55mm road tyres explained, plus a new Cervélo S5 and our rant of the week

Pirelli’s monster 55mm road tyres explained, plus a new Cervélo S5 and our rant of the week

This week on the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley unpack the chubby new direction for road bike tyres. Are 50mm tyres the future or a passing fad?   The pair also cover:    ·    ...

23 Mai 202537min

Your questions answered! Supporting British brands, 29 vs 27.5in wheels, battery recycling and more

Your questions answered! Supporting British brands, 29 vs 27.5in wheels, battery recycling and more

The Tech Q&A is back, with Jack Luke and Simon Von Bromley fielding your questions. This time around, the pair cover: 26in, 27.5in or 29in? Which wheel size suits trail riding? Best British b...

18 Mai 202543min

Thumb shifters and 13-speed: everything we know about Campagnolo’s new groupset (and why it matters)

Thumb shifters and 13-speed: everything we know about Campagnolo’s new groupset (and why it matters)

A new 13-speed Campagnolo Super Record groupset has been spotted at the 2025 Giro d’Italia, and it’s more than just an extra cog. From a redesigned rear derailleur and potential 1x compatibility to th...

15 Mai 202526min

Lachlan Morton bike check: the gravel superstar talks us through his 2025 race rig

Lachlan Morton bike check: the gravel superstar talks us through his 2025 race rig

Lachlan Morton, the winner of the 2024 Unbound 200, is a gravel and adventure riding superstar. BikeRadar’s Liam Cahill caught up with Lachlan at last week’s Traka, Europe’s biggest gravel race, t...

8 Mai 202514min

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