All Cycling Choosing Gear ARTICLES
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New Gear: CamelBak Crux Reservoir
In Summary, the Crux Bladder delivers more water per slip, stays cooler for longer, less prone to leakage, Improvements in the cap make the system of refilling faster and it’s easier to clean. Read Article
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Osprey Talon 11 and Tempest 9 Daypacks
Whether you’re going for a run, small hike or a bike ride or travelling, you need a pack that is versatile, streamlined and most importantly comfortable. Osprey’s Women’s Tempest 9 and Men’s Talon 11 Daypacks are built for multi-use and active light pursuits and come with some awesome functi Read Article
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Why run a wider handlebar?
Handlebar width can be a cheap and cost effective way to make a big change in how your bike handles on the trail. Read Article
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Crankworx Rotorua Santa Cruz demo – All mountain shakedown
We do the hard yards to test 3 of Santa Cruz's most popular bikes at Crankworx Rotorua and give you our thoughts. Click here to read our comparison review between the Santa Cruz 5010, Bronson and Nomad. Crankworx Rotorua Santa Cruz demo – The Ultimate Shakedown Read Article
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Types Of Bikes – Which One Is Right For You?
Decided to purchase a two-wheeled friend, but overwhelmed by the different types of bikes out there and what will be best for your needs? Don't worry, you're not alone; and you're certainly not going to be left in the dark if Torpedo7 has any say in it. Read Article
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Choosing a set of Pedals for your bike
Pedals are a crucially important aspect of any bike set up. Whether you’re a road cyclist, downhiller, trail rider, or a commuter, you’ll need pedals to ride. Besides the obvious fact that you need pedals to drive the cranks and get you moving, your choice of pedal will ultimately impact your pe Read Article
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How to choose a bicycle pump
Flat tyres don't roll so well and at some stage you're going to have to put some air in those tyres of yours. For such a simple task there's actually a variety of options to suit your needs so check out our pump guide to see what works best for your ride. Read Article
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What to look for in cycle clothing
Bike Riding Clothing Explained Cycle Shorts Cycling shorts are designed to make your time on your bike as comfortable as possible. The material is designed to provide ease of movement and the padded liner will give you comfort in the saddle. When investing in a pair of cycling shorts, it’s Read Article
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How to Choose a Bike Helmet
Helmets are an absolutely essential piece of gear when you are riding a bike, not only because is illegal not to wear one, but because they could save your life if you are in an accident. They come in three basic styles; street style, road and mountain. Different styles have features specific to the Read Article
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