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Top Things Not To Do On A Velodrome | Beginner Track Cycling Tips
Have you ever been tempted to try cycling on the track in a velodrome? Most of us have seen Olympic athletes whizzing around in circles....
What Makes A Champion? We’ve Got The Answers! | GCN Show Ep. 446
This week on the GCN Show, after some fantastic racing at the Olympic Games, we’re talking about what makes a champion. Do you have to....
Who’s To Blame For Gravel Bikes? | Uncovering The History Of Cycling’s Second Biggest Controversy
Gravel bikes - us road cyclists can't decide whether we love them, or hate them, however, it is undeniable that they have become a massive....
GCN Track Cycling Challenge | Velodrome Rookies Try The Kilo!
For many cyclists, riding on a velodrome isn't something they have tried, and that includes some our own ex-professional road racers! Manon takes Alex and....
Smart Watch Vs. Bike Computer | Which Is Right For You?
If you want to use GPS for cycling, there are generally two options; a dedicated bike computer, like the Wahoo Elemnt Bolt, or a sports....
Strange Things Pros Do At The Tour de France That YOU Shouldn’t!
Cyclists at the Tour de France may be at the pinnacle of our sport, but they do some weird things that you should avoid! Taking....
World Record Breaking Twenty Four Hour Ride! | The GCN Show Ep.445
Cycling for 24 hours straight is an insane achievement for any bike rider. But covering over 1000kms in the process is absolutely out of this....
Can An E-Bike Make You Fast Enough To Train With A Pro Cyclist?
E-Bikes are great to make cycling more accessible to those of us who aren’t as fast as our friends. But can we take that one....
1 Pro Hill Climber Vs. 4 GCN Presenters | KOM Challenge
Climbing fast is a dream for many, but for professional hill climb cyclists, Andrew Feather, it's a reality. He is the current British Hill Climb....
WTF Do You Wear For Gravel Riding?!
What do you wear on a gravel ride? It's the question we've all been asking since gravel riding took over the cycling world. Si and....
The Worst Things To Happen At The Tour de France!
The Tour de France is the pinnacle of men's cycling. For most riders, just starting the Tour is a dream come true - let alone....
Is Your Bike Saddle A Pain In The Ass?! | How To Use Chamois Cream To Stay Comfy On The Bike
Chamois cream is often a mystery to new and even experienced cyclists! If your shorts have a good pad then why would you need to....
The Biggest Disappointments In Cycling | The GCN Show Ep. 444
As cyclists, we've all known disappointment. Rolling up to the cafe for coffee and cake, only to find it closed! Or working hard to the....
How Hard Is The Tour De France And Is It Getting Tougher?
How hard is the Tour de France, and is it getting harder? The intensity of racing has led to several veterans of the peloton such....
The 30 mph Aero Challenge – How Fast Can Ollie Go?
Cycling fast is the goal of all cyclists, but how easy can we make it? Ollie has teamed up with Nopinz to find out. Beyond....
Which GCN Presenter Actually Rides The Most? | Strava Group Challenge
How much do the GCN presenters actually ride their bikes? While we've not been able to see many of our colleagues in person during the....
How To Dress Like A Tour de France Cyclist | GCN’s Top Tips For Dressing Like A Pro
Every July, hundreds of pro cyclists head to the Tour de France with suitcases bursting at the seams with basically every piece of cycling kit....
How To Corner Like A Tour De France Pro
We all ride around corners on our bikes, but cornering quickly and safely is a skill you need to work on. Tour de France pro....
New Tech Banned From Bike Races | Supersapiens Blood Glucose Monitor First Look
Supersapiens uses a blood glucose sensor to give riders valuable data which can lead to better performance on the bike. The data is so useful....
How Much Power Does It Take To Win A Tour De France Stage? | GCN Show Ep. 443
This week on the GCN Show we've got hold of some Tour de France rider data, and we're going to dig into exactly how many....
Hank’s Toughest Challenge | Lands End John o’ Groats Record Attempt
Hank and Mark Beaumont are no strangers to epic cycling challenges and breaking world records. But, this time, we set them a challenge that takes....
Tandem Vs 2 | Who’s Faster, 2 Roadies Or A Tandem?
We've seen the Tandem bike going against 1 rider, and it was pretty one sided, but how about a 2 up? Are tandems actually that....
10 Things Not To Do While Descending On Your Road Bike
Descending on your road bike can be a heap of fun, but it can also be highly dangerous if you aren't careful. From braking in....
10 Mistakes To Avoid On Zwift | Get The Most Out Of Indoor Training & Racing
Zwift is a popular platform for indoor training and racing on the bike, but there's plenty of features to explore and take full advantage off....