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Trail Shoes Buyer's Guide
By on 23/11/2009 17:01:46
What to look for in a trail shoe
on the upper, the toe area is well protected. The outsole tread is better for groomed trails than more aggressive terrain. The ankle collar sits low, as does the shoe as a whole. Contact: www.berghaus.com The North face Cooper's Hill GTX XCR2
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Grab A Gilet
By on 23/11/2009 16:41:07
The gilet is an invaluable bit of running kit. Here are three you might like to try.
Gore Bike Wear Concept Gilet, £169.99Gore comes up trumps again with this lightweight, flexible and breathable gilet. Nothing has been left to chance, from the ergonomically shaped, fleece-trimmed collar to the adjustable hem with its covered cord
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Spring/Summer Shoe Guide 2012
By Kerry McCarthy on 26/03/2012 10:40:23
Shopping list at the ready - it's your complete online guide to the season's best new running shoes.
shoe with a combination of good support and midsole cushioning.Asics GT 2170Asics Gel 1170Asics Gel Kayano 18Adidas Response Stability 4Brooks Ravenna 3Brooks Vapor 10Saucony Progrid Guide 5Mizuno Wave Inspire 8Nike Lunar Eclipse+ 2New Balance 860V2
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Find Your Perfect Bike Saddle
By on 18/11/2009 12:01:38
Finding the bike saddle that best suits you might take a little research and testing, but if you don't get it right, you'll have no one to blame when you get a raw deal
CushionburyWeight: 190g (130mm width)Info: www.specializeduk.comSelle SLR, £113.99"The SLR is a paragon of functional minimalism: it is just wide, long, light and padded enough to perform with perfection - if you're on your saddle long enough to adapt to it
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Essential Bike Maintenance
By on 23/11/2009 13:07:49
Three things you can do in 20 minutes to keep your bike in tip-top shape
chain cleaner such as Park Tool's Cyclone Chain Scrubber (£27.99, www.madison.co.uk) and fill it with Finish Line Citrus Degreaser (£12.49 for 495ml, www.madison.co.uk). Attach the device to your chain, turn the crank 15 revolutions, and let the brushes
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How to Look After Your Bike Chain
By on 19/11/2009 12:06:41
Three things you need to know about that linked loop that keeps your wheels turning
to 7.5mm; and nine-speed bikes need a chain with a diameter of 6.5 to 6.9mm. The most commonly used chain, the 10-speed, needs a 5.9 to 6.1mm chain. It's best to stick with the same brand for your chain and your drivetrain, especially when you get
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BIG Triathlon Index
By on 27/11/2006 08:48:21
Training for a triathlon? Let Runnersworld.co.uk don a wetsuit and line up beside you...
, with no surprises. It’s about building your body and having fun doing it. To allow you to ease into exercise very gradually, your program will last for eight weeks, as opposed to 12.Intermediate – Combining schedules used to train three RW guinea pigs in the 2005
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Bike Care Essentials
By on 18/11/2009 14:30:48
A well-equipped work bench can make the difference between a stellar ride and downtime at the bike shop
, the wooden handle is contoured for comfort and the top-mounted gauge is clear and easy to read. The generous stroke length fills tyres quickly, up to a psi of 160.Info: www.zyro.co.ukTooled upTorpedo level with mini line level, £4.98, tape measure, £1.48
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Heads-Up On Helmets
By on 18/11/2009 15:02:37
The best helmet isn't necessarily the most expensive one, it's the one that fits right and offers the best protection
is worn properly. One hit is usually all you get: if you whack your head and crush the foam, the helmet will be useless.Air conditioningSince the late 1990s, helmets sold in the UK have been required to meet European standard EN1078. Some manufacturers
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(Wet)suit Yourself
By on 18/11/2009 15:24:48
We've reviewed eight entry-level wetsuits. They vary in certain areas, but they each do the job for which they've been designed - the rest is a matter of personal taste.
Finding the right wetsuit for you is vital. There are a number of things to bear in mind when you're making your choice but, in the end, the key to the ideal wetsuit for you is fit. If it doesn't fit well, you won't perform at your best. Simple as that.The suit should feel very s...
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