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The Best Beginner Bike Is... | GCN Tech Show Ep. 410 The GCN Tech Show is diving into the essential topic of beginner bikes, providing a comprehensive guide on what to look for when you're just starting out in cycling, especially if you're on a budget. Plus, we've got a bumper segment of Hot Tech, featuring an insanely over-engineered mechanical rear derailleur, a rare Shimano Dura-Ace carbon crankset, a new Colnago track bike optimized for high speed, and a lightweight Scott e-road bike. Don't

The Best Beginner Bike Is... | GCN Tech Show Ep. 410 The GCN Tech Show is diving into the essential topic of beginner bikes, providing a comprehensive guide on what to look for when you're just starting out in cycling, especially if you're on a budget. Plus, we've got a bumper segment of Hot Tech, featuring an insanely over-engineered mechanical rear derailleur, a rare Shimano Dura-Ace carbon crankset, a new Colnago track bike optimized for high speed, and a lightweight Scott e-road bike. Don't

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This week on the GCN Tech Show, we're bringing you all the hot tech from Ruler Live! We get hands-on with incredible 3D printed titanium bikes, the first-ever carbon-spoked wheels from DT Swiss, and brand new tyres from Pirelli. Plus, we've got huge news from the pro peloton as Tom Pidcock's team announces a major new bike sponsor for 2026. | GCN Tech

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This week on the GCN Tech Show, we dive deep into the "Group Set War" in pro cycling, unpacking the controversial UCI gear restrictions and the potential for a massive switch from Shimano to SRAM in the WorldTour. Plus, we've got all the Hot Tech, including a new Wilier aero bike that's 13.6% faster, UCI-friendly Swiss Side wheels, and look cleats made in collaboration with Vibram that you can actually walk in. Stick around for Conor's Gubbins and updates from Zwift and Wahoo, the Bike Vault, an

This week on the GCN Tech Show, we dive deep into the "Group Set War" in pro cycling, unpacking the controversial UCI gear restrictions and the potential for a massive switch from Shimano to SRAM in the WorldTour. Plus, we've got all the Hot Tech, including a new Wilier aero bike that's 13.6% faster, UCI-friendly Swiss Side wheels, and look cleats made in collaboration with Vibram that you can actually walk in. Stick around for Conor's Gubbins and updates from Zwift and Wahoo, the Bike Vault, an

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In this episode of the GCN Tech Show, we dive into the heated debate around Alex's "budget bike" upgrades and whether his strategic tweaks were justified. We also cover the latest in cycling tech, including new gear from MET and Vision, and an update on the SRAM lawsuit. Plus, we check out some incredible bikes submitted by the GCN community in the Bike Vault. | GCN Tech

In this episode of the GCN Tech Show, we dive into the heated debate around Alex's "budget bike" upgrades and whether his strategic tweaks were justified. We also cover the latest in cycling tech, including new gear from MET and Vision, and an update on the SRAM lawsuit. Plus, we check out some incredible bikes submitted by the GCN community in the Bike Vault. | GCN Tech

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This week on the GCN Tech Show, we dive deep into Shimano's latest patents which may have inadvertently leaked details of their next groupset! We discuss the possibility of 13-speed cassettes, a fully wireless system with internal batteries, and even a dynamo hub that could make charging a thing of the past. Plus, we have a packed hot tech section featuring a fully 3D-printed titanium bike, new Pirelli gravel tires, and new rim brake wheels that prove the tech is not dead in 2025. | GCN Tech

This week on the GCN Tech Show, we dive deep into Shimano's latest patents which may have inadvertently leaked details of their next groupset! We discuss the possibility of 13-speed cassettes, a fully wireless system with internal batteries, and even a dynamo hub that could make charging a thing of the past. Plus, we have a packed hot tech section featuring a fully 3D-printed titanium bike, new Pirelli gravel tires, and new rim brake wheels that prove the tech is not dead in 2025. | GCN Tech

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AI vs. GCN Tech.. 🤖 . 📺 Full Video LIVE NOW on our #YouTube! 🎬 🔍Choosing A Powermeter, Aero Socks & AI vs. GCN Tech’s Wisdom | GCN Tech Clinic . #GCNTech #GlobalCyclingNetwork | GCN Tech

AI vs. GCN Tech.. 🤖 . 📺 Full Video LIVE NOW on our #YouTube! 🎬 🔍Choosing A Powermeter, Aero Socks & AI vs. GCN Tech’s Wisdom | GCN Tech Clinic . #GCNTech #GlobalCyclingNetwork | GCN Tech

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Got a burning question about bike tech or maintenance? The GCN Tech Clinic is back to answer your questions! This week, we're diving into the comfort of carbon vs. alloy wheels, the impact of inner tube types on rolling resistance, and what to prioritize when upgrading your bike for better acceleration. Drop your own questions in the comments for a chance to be featured in a future episode! | GCN Tech

Got a burning question about bike tech or maintenance? The GCN Tech Clinic is back to answer your questions! This week, we're diving into the comfort of carbon vs. alloy wheels, the impact of inner tube types on rolling resistance, and what to prioritize when upgrading your bike for better acceleration. Drop your own questions in the comments for a chance to be featured in a future episode! | GCN Tech

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Welcome to the GCN Tech Show! This week, we're challenging the idea of buying your "dream bike" and why it might not live up to the hype. We also dive into the latest tech news, including new bikes from Pinarello and Pashley, a Zwift update, and a ceramic speed announcement. | GCN Tech

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Welcome to the GCN Tech Clinic, where we tackle your most pressing bike maintenance and tech questions! In this episode, we use physics to explain why a heavier rider can be faster than a lighter rider on a flat time trial, and we settle the debate on which is more fuel efficient: a roof rack or a rear rack. Plus, we cover the real risks of using CO2 or electric pumps on TPE inner tubes. | GCN Tech

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It's time for another GCN Tech Clinic! We answer your most pressing cycling tech and maintenance questions, covering topics like the pros and cons of belt-drive bikes for winter riding, whether your gravel wheels are too wide for a road bike, and a creative solution for keeping creepy crawlies out of your helmet vents. Submit your own questions in the comments below for a chance to be featured in a future episode! | GCN Tech

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Join us in the GCN Tech Clinic as we sit down with Paul, Head of Product Education at CeramicSpeed, for a deep dive into drivetrain efficiency, bearings, and marginal gains. We cover everything from the efficiency of oversized pulley wheels (OSPW) and 1x vs 2x systems to chain maintenance, lubricant choice, and how power output affects friction. If you're looking for free speed and answers to your biggest tech questions about your bike's drivetrain, you won't want to miss this! | GCN Tech

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Seven years ago, GCN built the world's most expensive bike for about £28,000. Now, we're revisiting the challenge to see how much more expensive a bike build can get, combining an exclusive 3D-printed titanium frame, the latest Campagnolo tech, and custom £5,000 paint. Join us as we spec out this ultimate, fictional oligarch's dream machine, and then stick around for the latest in Hot Tech, including a new Met helmet and the final Zwift Racing League update. | Global Cycling Network

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Ollie and Alex are back in the GCN Tech Clinic to answer your burning questions about bike maintenance and technology! This week, we dive into whether unbranded carbon parts from AliExpress are actually safe to ride and why your 28mm tires might not actually measure 28mm once they're on your wheels. Plus, we discuss the best first upgrade for a new bike, the truth about bleeding your brakes, and how to solve recurring punctures. | GCN Tech

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This week on the GCN Tech Show, we’re diving into the "dream" cycling products that don’t exist yet but definitely should—from "restomod" mechanical groupsets to silent, dust-free brake pads. We also take a look at the latest Pro Tech news, including Team Ineos’ controversial new kit and wheel sponsor, plus a festive trip to the wind tunnel to see just how aero Father Christmas really is. Finally, we head over to the Bike Vault to judge your latest builds, including a winter commuter with some v

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Welcome back to the GCN Tech Clinic, coming to you this week from sunny (and rainy!) Benidorm. Alex and Ollie dive into your biggest cycling tech dilemmas, including whether you should choose a high-spec used carbon bike over a brand-new aluminium model. We also explore the world of ceramic coatings, total system weight, and the realities of running a waxed chain in the UK winter. | GCN Tech

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Welcome to the GCN Tech Show! This week, we're asking a big question: have road bikes become boring? We're joined by Fergus from GMBN to debate whether road bike innovation has plateaued and if mountain bikes have taken over in the tech development race. Then, we dive into a packed Hot Tech section! We're talking about the crazy new time trial helmets from the Tour de France, upside-down forks from Fox, Pinarello's two new gravel bikes, the new lightweight POC helmet, and the mind-blowing protot

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Welcome back to the GCN Tech Clinic! In this episode, Alex and Ollie dive into your most pressing cycling tech questions. We tackle the age-old debate: if two riders have the same watts-per-kilo but different weights, who actually reaches the top of the climb first? We also provide a step-by-step guide on what you need to adjust when switching to a larger chainring and a tighter cassette, and whether upgrading your Ultegra jockey wheels to Dura-Ace is actually worth the money. | GCN Tech

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This week, the GCN Tech Show is on location in AlUla, Saudi Arabia, to discuss the rise and fall of the Gravaa self-inflating hub—a piece of technology that helped win Paris-Roubaix but has now ceased production. We dive deep into why game-changing innovations sometimes fail to find a market, looking at the balance between performance benefits and high costs. Plus, we’ve got a massive "Hot Tech" segment featuring secret pro prototypes from Lidl-Trek, a $500 titanium stem, and a saddle design tha

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This week on the GCN Tech Show, we dive into the data to answer a controversial question: are there any "bad" bikes left in the WorldTour, and could a 36-second equipment gap decide the biggest races? We also discuss the sad news coming out of Campagnolo regarding workforce cuts and predict what the future holds for the iconic Italian brand. Plus, we take a look at some rule-skirting aero handlebars, a cargo bike conversion kit, and the latest tech from Topeak. | GCN Tech

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Welcome back to the GCN Tech Clinic, where we dive into your latest cycling tech and maintenance questions! This week, Alex and Ollie discuss the importance of directional tire arrows, the hidden degradation of bib short padding, and whether you should attempt a DIY repair on your smart trainer. We also explore the fascinating physics of riding in the wind and the logistical challenges of high-altitude training for the pros. | GCN Tech

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Welcome back to the GCN Tech Clinic! This week, we dive into your most pressing maintenance questions, including the definitive signs that your tyres need replacing and why your tubeless setup might be losing air. We also discuss the science behind ceramic coatings, the link between heat and altitude training, and whether jet washing your bike is really as dangerous as some say. | GCN Tech

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This week on the GCN Tech Show, we are naming and shaming the biggest cycling myths that need to be left behind, from the "dangers" of disc brakes on planes to the truth about jet washing. We also take a look at Tadej Pogačar's record-breaking Colnago auction and examine some wild new wheels that claim to be the fastest ever made. Plus, we dive into the latest safety stats to find the best (and absolute worst) helmets you can buy. | GCN Tech

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Welcome to the GCN Tech Show, coming to you live from Benidorm where Alex and Ollie dive into the heated debate surrounding drop-bar bikes with suspension and the new Pinarello Grevil MX. We check out the latest "Hot Tech," featuring Van Rysel’s mind-bending FTP² concept bike and a new high-speed chain waxing system from Cyclowax. Plus, we showcase some incredible builds in the Bike Vault and announce your chance to win a Vision Metron 5D handlebar! | GCN Tech

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Welcome back to the GCN Tech Clinic, where we answer your most pressing bike tech and maintenance questions from our Instagram community. This week, we're tackling everything from the necessity of winter tyres to why your Di2 battery seems to drain faster in the cold. We also settle the debate on how often you should be washing your bike and whether you should use newspaper or foil to stay warm! | GCN Tech

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Don't Use This Gear & Tech... 📺 Watch The Full Video LIVE NOW On #YouTube! 🎬 🔗👉https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WnKztc9yk78👈🔗 . 🔎5 Cycling Products We Would Never Buy Again | GCN Tech

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They promise to never rust, last longer, and they look incredible. But what's the real story behind those flashy rainbow and gold PVD-coated chains and cassettes? Is it a genuine performance upgrade or just expensive bike bling? In this GCN Tech deep-dive, we explain the science of Physical Vapour Deposition (PVD) coatings, how they're applied in a vacuum chamber, and why they're used on bike components. We also reveal the surprising reality of where the coating is actually applied on a chain—an

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The Hottest New Tech At Eurobike 2025 We’re at Eurobike 2025! Alex Paton is in Frankfurt, Germany, in search of the latest bikes, tech, gadgets and cycling innovations. Let’s go see what we can find! 🤓🚴‍♂️ | GCN Tech

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After the backlash from upgrading an entry-level bike, we decided to reverse engineer the upgrades to see which ones made the biggest difference in speed. We compare the fully upgraded setup, the stock bike, a tire/tube-only upgrade, and a $6,000-plus pro bike on a challenging test loop. The results prove that tyres and inner tubes are the most cost-effective performance upgrade you can make, saving you a whopping 56 seconds on our test loop! | GCN Tech

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Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gift for the cyclist in your life? Forget the novelty pizza cutters and socks; Alex and Ollie are here to share five brilliant gift ideas that any rider will actually use and love. From professional-grade maintenance tools to performance upgrades and the latest training tech, these are the presents that will make their day. | GCN Tech

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