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How to Use a Power Meter for Training in 2026

October 3, 2026 by Lena Ashworth
how to use a power meter for training

A power meter turns every ride into a number you can repeat. You find your functional threshold power, turn it into training zones, ride … Read more

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What Gearing Do You Need for Steep Climbs? 2026 Cycling Guide

October 3, 2026 by Desmond Okafor
what gearing do you need for steep climbs

Short answer: most road riders need a compact 50/34 chainring with an 11-34 or 11-36 cassette, which is roughly a 1:1 bottom gear, to … Read more

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How to Use a Bike Computer for Navigation (October 2026)

October 3, 2026 by Lena Ashworth
how to use a bike computer for navigation

A bike computer does three jobs for navigation: it works out where you are, compares that position against a route you loaded onto it … Read more

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