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It's all about the bike....and the other bits as well!

We aim to keep an eye on all things cycling, try some of them out and let you know how they perform.
12 weeks to go to TransPortugal and training continues, despite the weather,

Some changes have been made after a bike fit and new features on the bike.

#transportugal #mtbportugal #oldmanracing

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TransPortugal MTB Training Report -
Just 12 weeks to go, how's the TransPortugal mtb training going? Plenty of turbo thanks to the weather and some bike set-up changes made.
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February 5, 2026 at 9:02 PM
The Varia RearVue 820 is an evolution of the Varia Radar.

Updates include improved radar precision, longer lasting battery and vehicle size detection.

The radar unit analyses vehicle lateral movement, speed and size.

@garmin.com #rearvue820 #varia #bikeradar

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Varia RearVue 820 -
Varia RearVue 820 from Garmin: brighter, smarter and now tracking vehicle size Varia RearVue 820, Garmin’s most advanced rear‑facing radar light to date. It’s a step...
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February 4, 2026 at 5:51 PM
Alé Unveils Spring/Summer 2026 Collection.

Yes I know it's cold and wet outside, but cheer yourself up looking at Alé's summer kit, shot under blue skies on perfect roads and dream!

#alecycling #summercycling

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Alé Spring Summer 2026 -
The Alé Spring Summer 2026 range is about to land, so forget about those winter blues and enjoy Alé's Spring/Summer photo shoot!
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January 30, 2026 at 1:44 PM
The CoreCap from BBB Cycling is looking to replace the venerable presta valve.

I'll be trying it out to see if it makes pump-life easier.

#bbbcycling #CoreCap #tubeless

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CoreCap Preview -
CoreCap from BBB Cycling: another Presta alternative We recently covered BBB Cycling’s CoreCap and its ambition to challenge the venerable Presta valve. Now we’ve got a...
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January 29, 2026 at 5:22 PM
Marking Rudy Project's 40th anniversary are the 3D printed titanium Performance 40 glasses.

Limited to a run of just 100, will these become a collectors item?

#rudyproject #project40 #sunglasses #3dprinting

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Performance 40 -
Rudy Project's Performance 40 glasses are a 40th anniversary, limited edition, 3D printed titanium collectors item. Only 100 pairs available
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January 21, 2026 at 6:45 PM
If you're heading off to Spain for a training camp or family holiday, it would be a good idea to brush up on your Spanish cycling regulations.

Police will be less lenient in an attempt to reduce road accidents involving cyclists.

#roadsafety #cyclinginspain

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Spanish Cycling Regulations -
Spanish authorities plan to tighten enforcement of Spanish Cycling Regulations in 2026, so stay sharp and avoid getting caught out. Heading to Spain for a winter...
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January 20, 2026 at 9:53 AM
We're halfway through January, how's your training going?

Ric Stern - head coach at CycleCoach - has words of advice for the over-40s.

#cyclecoach #masterscycling #cyclingtraining

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Masters Training -
Ric Stern, head coach at CycleCoach, has some words of advice about masters training in January. So if you're of a certain age, read on
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January 15, 2026 at 4:28 PM
Pirelli Cinturato M, the one tyre for all your gravel needs?

We'll be trying out Pirelli's middle child to see how it deals with...everything!

#graveltyres #pirelli #graveltires

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Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M Preview -
Will the Pirelli Cinturato Gravel M be the one tyre that can handle any terrain? Only time will tell, we take a brief look before testing
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January 13, 2026 at 10:29 AM
A preview of the AIRBANK Pocket Pro 2 mini e-pump

E-pumps, saving our elbows one puncture at a time!

#AIRBANK #minipumps #epumps #bicyclepump

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AIRBANK Pocket Pro 2 mini e pump
YouTube video by CycleTechReview
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January 8, 2026 at 4:09 PM
The CoreCap from BBB Cycling is an evolution of the old Presta valve (over 100 years old and still performing!)

It promises greater air-flow and no more clogging when used in tubeless setups.

Look out for a test soon

#bbbcycling #corecap #tubeless

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CoreCap -
BBB Cycling's CoreCap replaces your tyre's Presta valve and promises better airflow and less clogging when running tubeless setups
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January 7, 2026 at 1:58 PM
The AIRBANK POCKET 2 PRO mini e-pump is in to test.

No more frantic pumping or empty CO2 canisters to deal with.

@airbank.bsky.social #epump #nomorepumping

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AIRBANK POCKET 2 Pro -
The AIRBANK POCKET 2 Pro mini e-pump. We've got one in to test and will be trying out, this preview has the bare details of this mini e-pump
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January 5, 2026 at 7:08 PM
Had enough of winter already?

Try ROUVY's virtual winter training camp; all the suffering/fun of a training camp without having to deal with baggage handlers!

#rouvyapp #rouvy #wintertrainingcamp #virtualcycling #turbotrainer

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Virtual Training Camp -
The Rouvy 2026 winter Virtual Training Camp gives you the chance to train on some sunny iconic European roads, all without leaving your room!
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December 19, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Had enough of winter already?

Try ROUVY's virtual winter training camp; all the suffering/fun of a training camp without having to deal with baggage handlers!

@rouvyapp #wintertrainingcamp #virtualcycling #turbotrainer

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Virtual Training Camp -
The Rouvy 2026 winter Virtual Training Camp gives you the chance to train on some sunny iconic European roads, all without leaving your room!
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December 19, 2025 at 6:31 PM
The Race Across Benelux is a new ultra-distance event for 2026.

Whether you're a newbie or hardened ultra veteran there's a distance to suit.

#ultradistancecycling #cyclingevents #raceacrossbenelux

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Race Across Benelux -
The Race Across Benelux is an ultra-distance race that offers four options, so whether a newbie or veteran there's a distance to suit you
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December 18, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Are you having 'issues' working on your tight tyres? Stuck beads that won't budge, or that skate around the rim during installation?

Help is at hand thanks to the Bead Dropper & Bead Bro from CushCore.

#tubelesssetup #beadbro #beaddropper #cushcore

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Bead Dropper and Bead Bro -
The Bead Dropper and Bead Bro, two handy tools from CushCore that make working on tight tyres easier. My thumbs love the Bead Dropper!
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December 18, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Save it for the Pain Cave is a new competition on the virtual training platform MyWHoosh.

Enter and you could be in with a chance to win a whole new training set-up; Peter Sagan not included!

#saveitforthepaincave #cyclingcompetition #petersagan #MyWhoosh

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Save It for the Pain Cave -
Save it for the pain cave is a new competition on the MyWhoosh platform. Read on for details on how you could win a whole new training set up
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December 17, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Squirt SEAL tackles your tubeless punctures in 3 ways; first with latex liquid, then microfibres and finally with BeadBlock granules.

We'll be testing them, hoping for no punctures, but needing some for the review!

#squirtcycling #tubeless #tyresealant

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Squirt SEAL Tubeless Tyre Sealant -
On test is Squirt SEAL, a tubeless sealant that tackles punctures 3 ways. First with latex, then microfibres and finally BeadBlock granules.
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December 15, 2025 at 12:39 PM
We're testing the Hutchinson Blackbird All Season over the winter and if it's as good as they say it is, we'll be keeping them on into the summer!

Fast, grippy and hard wearing, what more could a you ask for?

#hutchinsontyres #BlackbirdAllseason #bicycletyres

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Blackbird All Season -
Blackbird All Season: A Tyre For All Seasons? Blackbird All Season, a tyre designed to deliver speed, safety and reliability in all conditions. Hutchinson says it...
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December 10, 2025 at 11:31 PM
TransPortugal here I come!

A short video to explain what TransPortugal is and why I'm doing it.

Hopefully you'll follow me over the coming weeks as I get ready for a 'proper' cycling challenge.

#TransPortugal #mtbracing #portugalcycling #OldManRacing

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TransPortugal - CycleTechReview
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December 9, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Are you a Zwifter? How did you do this year?

Check out your Zwift Spinback to see all the stats, both your own and the rest of the world.

@gozwift.bsky.social #zwiftspinback #zwift #spinback

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Spinback 2025 -
Take a look at your Zwift Spinback for 2025, how many miles, hours and Ride Ons have you racked up? More details on the Zwift companion app
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December 5, 2025 at 11:01 AM
New colours in the Santini winter Ready to Ride collection for 25/26.

Who says winter has to be dull?

@santinicycling.bsky.social #santini #wintercycling #cycleclothing

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Santini Winter Ready To Ride Collection -
Santini Ready To Ride winter collection. Italian‑made jackets, jerseys, and bib tights, for cyclists who want style and comfort this winter
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December 3, 2025 at 10:10 PM
Discover the Race Across Series 2026, eight ultra-distance cycling events across nine countries, with new formats, destinations, and challenges.

Race Across Series #ultraracing #cyclerace #longdistancecycling

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Race Across Series 2026 -
Discover the Race Across Series 2026, 8 ultra-distance cycling events across nine countries, with new formats, destinations, and challenges.
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November 27, 2025 at 9:51 PM
Lightweight and visible, EKOI have added a reflective option to the their Corsa LIght helmet.

All round visibility and an added rear facing LED, should make night-time riding safer.

#cyclingsafety #cyclinghelmet #ekoi

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Corsa Light Helmet -
Ekoi have added a reflective finish to their Corsa Light helmet. So now you can enjoy a lightweight helmet that is super visible
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November 26, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Another YouTube unboxing video, the SpokeLine Gear Organiser.

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SpokeLine Creations Gear Organiser -
The SpokeLine Creations Gear Organiser is a practical and stylish storage system for your cycling essentials and would make a great gift
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November 25, 2025 at 2:16 PM
Looking for some practical and stylish storage solutions for your cycling essentials?

SpokeLine Creations' Gear Organiser neat oak and 3D printed products let you keep your cycling paraphernalia together, so you won't forget them next time you step out the door!

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SpokeLine Creations Gear Organiser -
The SpokeLine Creations Gear Organiser is a practical and stylish storage system for your cycling essentials and would make a great gift
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November 25, 2025 at 2:07 PM