Beginners
What clothing should you wear when cycling?
The key items of cycling-specific clothing you should consider if you're looking for greater comfort and performance on the bike
Top tips for cycling to work: Beginners guide to commuting by bike
If you’re thinking about using your bike to ride to work for the first time, here’s everything you need to know to ensure a safe and comfortable commute to the office
Commuting errors: 10 mistakes all cyclists make riding to work
From forgetting a spare pair of shoes to not planning a suitable route, there a whole host of things that can spoil a commute, but avoid these and you will transform your everyday lifestyle
Shimano reveals new 8-speed ESSA groupset aimed at entry-level cyclists
The new groupset is said to simplify Shimano’s active range and hit an affordable price point
What gear do you need to start cycling?
If you’re new to cycling and eager to get started, there’s some key cycling kit you should consider to ensure you start your first rides in the best possible way
A beginner’s guide to the Tour of Flanders
All you need to know about the men’s and women’s editions of one of cycling’s biggest and toughest one-day races
10 mistakes to avoid on Zwift
10 things beginners do wrong on Zwift's smart indoor trainer app. Instantly improve your Zwifting with Manon's top tips
I can’t cycle to work, or can I?
Here is our case as to why you should shake up your daily commute to work and do it by bike
How to set your road bike's saddle height
Saddle position has a big impact on pedalling efficiency and injury prevention, so it's important to get it right
How to hold your handlebars like a pro
Getting your grip and position right is more important than you might think
Gravel riding basics – four fundamental tips
Gravel tips from cyclo-cross and mountain bike pro Oli Beckingsale, from controlling your speed and managing grip to getting more technical and tackling climbs and descents
How to set up your first road bike
Before heading out for a test ride, it’s important to make sure that your bike is set up correctly. Here’s how
7 bits of advice new cyclists should ignore - for now
If you are new to cycling you might need to be a little bit selective on the advice that you get given, so here are some of the things we think you should ignore
A beginner’s guide to Zwift
Routes, racing, events and bikes: everything you need to know before jumping into Zwift's virtual world of riding and training
How to make your own training plan
It might seem complicated, but in fact, anyone can make their own training plan. Here's how
World Champion runner to cyclist: Preparing Paula Radcliffe for RideLondon
GCN’s Manon Lloyd provides tips and pointers for the former marathon world record holder
The true cost of cycling: What gear should you buy to get started?
How much you should spend on a bike and gear if you're new to cycling
How to find the perfect bike fit
Numb hands, a sore back, or a stiff neck can ruin your ride and cause long lasting injuries. Follow these steps so you can ride efficiently and comfortably
From box to bike – how to assemble a brand new bike
Here’s how to safely set up your new steed so you can ride with confidence
'Cyclo-cross is great, I'm a convert' - A CX Q&A with Mitch Docker
We catch up with recently retired road pro Mitch Docker, who last winter headed to Belgium to find out why cyclo-cross has a reputation as the most fun hour of bike racing around
Cyclo-cross skills: Getting started with the basics
Conor enlists the help of pro cyclo-cross racer Amy Perryman to find out about cornering, running, bike set-up and more
How to inflate your bike tyres
Inflating bicycle tyres is a simple task once you know how. Follow these steps to master this essential skill
A beginner's guide to cyclocross
Here's your go-to explainer to discover the sport of cyclocross, its history, how it differs from other forms of cycling and how you can tune into the live coverage
How to fix a bicycle puncture
This is an essential skill for any cyclist. If you've got a punctured tube, don't bin it, fix it