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On Test: Entry-Level Mountain Bikes
By on 11/01/2010 16:49:33
The TW team go down to the woods to test some stylish entry-level machines from Giant, Focus, On-One, Specialized and Merida
, narrower bars, short-reach brake levers and wider-set, female-friendly saddles.The ContendersThe TW test team took some entry-level bikes for a serious spin in the woods above Oxford.We tested five beginner-friendly bikes in the £450-800 price bracket
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On Test: Fast Bikes For Less
By on 24/02/2010 12:07:32
Six bikes for every budget
When it comes to triathlon kit, the bike is likely to be your biggest single purchase. Don't be surprised if your eye is drawn toward top-of-the-range time-trial bikes with exquisitely sculpted carbon frames, swooping aero bars and deep
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On Test: Tri Suits
By Alison Hamlett and Steven Seaton on 27/11/2009 16:52:53
. In other words, a one-piece tri suit.You might be alarmed at the idea of covering yourself from knee to shoulder in skintight Lycra, but it’s a step to consider if you’re serious about triathlon. The advantages of a quick-drying, multi-purpose item
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Suit Yourself: Wetsuits On Test
By Nicola Joyce on 10/06/2010 16:40:05
Choosing the right wetsuit can make all the difference to your results, especially when you’re new to triathlon
When you're starting out in triathlon, one of the most important bits of kit you'll buy is your wetsuit. For those lacking a little confidence in the water, making the right choice is crucial, but even if you're comfortable ploughing through chilly
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Cycle Computers on Test
By on 19/11/2009 11:35:40
A cycle computer can tell you exactly how well you're doing, ensuring your training stays fresh and you reap the benefits of every session
at + 5 mph average speed2 minutes at + 4 mph average speed3 minutes at + 3 mph average speed4 minutes at + 2 mph average speed5 minutes at + 1 mph average speed15 minutes easy warm-downOver-gearing strength sessionOver-gearing involves cycling in a gear
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Tested: Four Time-Trial Bikes
By on 06/09/2011 16:00:00
Beat the clock - as well as the competition - next time you race with these wind-cheating speed machines
If your goal is to set a new triathlon personal best, consider purchasing a time-trial bike. These midrange models mix value and performance, and are all but guaranteed to improve your bike split. They offer aerodynamic carbon-fibre frames, reliable
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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
.I pulled off my shorts and took a peek: the skin was red and raw. Chafed. I had done long rides before; I'd completed a different, more difficult century; I had ridden 40K perched on my saddle in wet shorts during many triathlons. But never had I felt
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Five Fab Bikes
By on 05/12/2011 12:00:00
Looking for a new bike? Look no further.
Boardman Road RaceThis entry-level race bike looks better than it has a right to at this price. Standout features are the Shimano Sora shifter/brake units, while the 18-speed gearing delivers reliable shifting performance and complements the FSA
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Six Open-Water Goggles
By Nicola Joyce on 03/05/2010 09:35:38
The right mask or pair of goggles can mean the difference between a comfortable, confident and fast swim, and one that is none of those things
to swimming in the outdoors, you can choose from goggles, masks or a hybrid. Some people like the extra feeling of protection offered by masks, while others are happy with larger styles of goggles (we've tested both types here).Whatever you choose, your open
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Kit Upgrade: Wheels
By on 28/04/2011 11:28:39
When it comes to kit upgrades you can’t make a smarter move than a new set of wheels
upgrades. Every set has a unique feature to allow us to present the options available. By testing the different models we hope to give you a few ideas of what to look out for and how to work out if a particular wheel will suit your purpose.Find out which
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