Self Improvement

How to become a better time trialist

There is nothing more satisfying than winning the race of truth: an individual time trial. Winning an ITT means you were the fastest rider on the day, that you’d mastered your race day pacing and left nothing in the legs, crossing the line exhausted but triumphant. So how do you become a great time trialist? Helen […]

Hydration for cyclists: how much do we really need to drink?

Summer might be finished here in Australia but staying hydrated on the bike is as important as ever. In fact, for years we’ve been bombarded with messages about hydration and performance – “lose more than 2% of your body weight and your performance will decline by x%”, or words to this effect. It’s become burnt […]

How to descend like a pro

Pro cyclists adopt many different positions so that they can descend as quickly as possible. In this video the guys at GCN have some tips on how you can get aero to descend fast.

How to train for mountains if you don’t live near any

If you’re planning on riding a mountainous sportive or gran fondo but don’t live near any mountains how can you train for climbing? The team from GCN has some advice.

The Inside Line: How to corner with Robbie McEwen

Take a masterclass lesson from the best in the business. Robbie McEwen shows us how to corner as fast and efficiently as possible. And yes…we do know that “braking” is spelled incorrectly in the video.

How to ride in strong winds

Crosswinds and other strong winds make for some of the most epic racing conditions. How can you adapt the strategies that the pros use to everyday riding and racing?? The folks from GCN have some advice.

What it takes to win a nationals road race

On Saturday afternoon Gracie Elvin became the first woman in 20 years to win back-to-back titles at the Australian national championships road race. In this piece Helen Kelly from Kelly Cycle Coaching analyses Gracie’s power file from the race and considers what it takes to win a national championship road race.

How to become a better criterium racer

It’s summer here in Australia which means it’s criterium season. From local club crits, through to bigger races likes the Bay Crits and even the national criterium championships, many riders are testing themselves on these short-course races at this time of year. So what are some of the things you can do to improve your […]

Caffeine and cycling: social accessory or performance enhancer?

The café is a social highlight of many a bunch ride. Very few cyclists don’t like coffee, and even fewer will publicly admit it to their mates. But what effect does all that caffeine have on your cycling performance? As well as coffee we’ve got access to Coke, caffeinated gels, sports drinks, tablets and energy […]

How to become a better climber

Whether you’re a flatlands specialist, a mountain goat or something in between, there’s a fair chance you’d like to be a little stronger when it comes to climbing. And while there’s no quick fix, there are certainly things you can do to make yourself that little bit more competitive when the road heads up. Helen […]