The things bike companies still get wrong

Warren Rossiter has had the chance to ride new endurance road bikes from two of the biggest manufacturers around, the Specialized Roubaix and the Giant Defy.   These bikes indicate two divergent takes on what makes for a great endurance road bike.   The Roubaix displays all-day comfort along with Specialized’s Future Shock suspension system, while the Defy is a ‘proper’ road bike, with quick handling derived from the TCR but with a little more comfort built in.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

4 Dec 202335min

MBUK and Cycling Plus magazines recently celebrated some of the standout riders in the world of cycling, with their inaugural Rider of the Year awards.   Via a public vote and expert panel, awards were given for Newcomer of the Year, Lifetime Achievement and Rider of the Year, across both road and mountain biking.   In this episode , our magazine editors, James Costley White from MBUK and Matt Baird from Cycling Plus, as well as podcast regular Rob Weaver, discuss the nominees and winners with Tom Marvin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Dec 202328min

For a lot of people, buying a mountain bike tyre is a process shrouded in mystery. Confusing and undescriptive product names, a zillion tyre carcass options and compounds that appear to defy logical conventions all make deciding which tyre you need for the type of riding you do a mind-boggling affair. But who’s at fault? Do tyre brands need to make their naming conventions simpler – or even unified – to help people understand and compare models? BikeRadar’s tech-focused staffers Rob, Luke, Tom, and Alex chime in with their opinions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

27 Nov 202334min

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, gravel newbie Simon von Bromley quizzes gravel regulars Warren Rossiter and Tom Marvin on their hints and tips to survive a winter struggling through the mud. From bike prep to clothing, nutrition to route selection, our gravel team’s tips ensure that Simon will keep pedalling with a smile on his face this winter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

24 Nov 202340min

Our friends and colleagues at MBUK magazine have launched a new podcast! In series one, the team behind the UK’s best-selling mountain biking magazine is taking to the airwaves every Tuesday to look back at the moments that helped shaped the sport, from bike launches that broke tech boundaries to iconic riders, events and trails. Two regular voices on the BikeRadar Podcast – Rob Weaver and Tom Marvin – are joined by members of the MBUK team throughout the series. In this special episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Tom and Rob provide a snapshot of what you can expect to hear. Love mountain biking? Make sure you go and subscribe – just search for the MBUK Podcast, via Apple, Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Listen here: https://open.spotify.com/show/39q6MhAohXcOYWaCI4PNk3 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

21 Nov 202314min

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon von Bromley grills Rob Weaver and Luke Marshall on the essential accessories they’d recommend to anyone starting out in mountain biking.   What accessories do you like to take on your gravel rides? Send your recommendations to podcast@bikeradar.com   https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-mountain-bike-gloves/ https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-mtb-upgrades/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

20 Nov 202348min

George Scott and Mac Cassin are back for the fifth and final episode in our training series with Wahoo Fitness.   This time out, Mac, Wahoo’s principal sports scientist, talks BikeRadar’s editor-in-chief, George, through five common training myths.   1) 90rpm is the best cadence for everyone 2) A change in body weight of 2% relating to dehydration negatively impacts performance 3) A lighter bike (or rider) is the best way to ride faster 4) Lactic acid is the reason for all of your pain during and after a hard workout 5) Once you hit 30/40/50/60, you will only get slower Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Nov 20231h 1min

Following our headliner bike test, which looked at which bikes signified where the mountain bike industry is heading in 2024, our tech heads talk through four of the emerging trends to look out for.  Has geometry peaked? Do you need loads of travel? We also discuss high pivots and ebike tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

13 Nov 202337min