Podcast appearances and mentions of jack luke

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, digital editor Jack Luke and senior technical writer Simon von Bromley break down a huge week in cycling tech news. From the UCI's latest major rule change to new groupsets from SRAM and Shimano – and motorsport giant Brembo entering the cycling world via Specialized – they unpack all the key stories. Plus, don't miss BikeRadar's top story of the week and our rant of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The UCI has announced sweeping controversial changes to its technical regulation, including new limits on handlebar width, helmets and tyre size.  Due to take effect from 2026, officials say the rules are designed to level the playing field and ensure “sporting fairness”, but the response from riders and industry figures has been mixed. In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, digital editor Jack Luke and senior tech writer Simon Von Bromley explain the key details of the changes, and how the experts and racers have reacted to the changes. https://www.bikeradar.com/news/uci-tech-rules-2026 https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/uci-handlebar-width-rules-2026 https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/uci-handlebar-width-womens-impact https://www.bikeradar.com/news/uci-rejects-one-cycling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tech Q&A is back, with Jack Luke, Tom Marvin and Simon Von Bromley fielding your questions. This time around, the trio cover: Do MTBers wear padded shorts, and if so what kind? Having recently crashed their gravel bike at a local trail centre, one rider is looking for a fun hardtail with a £2,000 budget – we recommend our three top picks Can you fit bigger brake rotors to a converted e-bike to help with stopping power? What to do if your mechanical shifting isn't performing at its best Smartwatches as an alternative to GPS bike computers – are they any good, what compromises might you have to make, and what brands we'd recommend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, digital editor Jack Luke grills Simon von Bromley on his experience with Vistar – an all-new drivetrain that neatly integrates Classified's two-speed hub into a fresh component ecosystem from TRP.    The pair are joined by MBUK presenter Tom Marvin, who gives his take on the system, having tested Classified for BikeRadar on his gravel bike.   https://www.bikeradar.com/news/official-tour-de-france-guide https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/groupsets/groupset-road/trp-classified-vistar-powershift-groupset-review https://www.bikeradar.com/news/shimano-kills-di2-batteries-with-self-powered-qauto-hub Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley get stuck into Campagnolo Super Record 13 – the world's first 2x 13-speed wireless road groupset.   Lighter than the competition, full of smart tech and surprisingly affordable, could Super Record 13 be the comeback Campag fans have been waiting for? The pair also cover: The return of the iconic Campag thumb shifter Why SRAM and Shimano should be worried Future launches from Campagnolo  Shimano's strangest product launch in years  And last week's top story   Read more on everything discussed in today's podcast:   https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/groupsets/groupset-road/campagnolo-super-record-13-first-ride-review https://www.bikeradar.com/news/campagnolo-super-record-13 https://www.bikeradar.com/news/shimano-kills-di2-batteries-with-self-powered-qauto-hub https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/progress-or-protectionism-in-ebike-industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, digital editor Jack Luke takes a super nerdy deep dive into Chris Mehlman's drop bar Pivot Les, which he'll race at Unbound XL 2025.    We explore the specifics of his bike setup, including lots of detail on the logic behind his tyre, suspension and bag choices, and how this unconventional approach reflects wider gravel racing tech trends. If you're a fan of big gravel adventures, weird bikes and clever hacks, you won't want to miss this one. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley unpack the chubby new direction for road bike tyres. Are 50mm tyres the future or a passing fad?   The pair also cover:    ·         The new Cervélo S5  ·         Standert's Kreissäge RS – a “circular saw” for chasing KOMs ·         A drunken 1970s cycling adventure ·         Last week's top content ·         Why saddle packs maybe don't suck Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tech Q&A is back, with Jack Luke and Simon Von Bromley fielding your questions. This time around, the pair cover: 26in, 27.5in or 29in? Which wheel size suits trail riding? Best British bike brands: Looking beyond Orange and Whyte? We suggest five UK makes worth a look – plus the Whyte T-140 RS gets a shoutout as a standout full-suspension option Mechanical disc brake upgrades: We share easy, affordable tips to boost lever feel and stopping power without switching to hydraulic Health benefits of cycling: From cardio to mental clarity, we run through the physical and psychological boosts two wheels can bring Best tyres for wet commutes: Grip, durability and rolling resistance – what to look for when choosing rubber for rainy-day riding What happens when an e-bike battery dies? For riders considering an ebike, we explain battery life, maintenance and proper recycling. Got a question for a future episode? Drop us a message at Podcast@bikeradar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Jack Luke sits down with hardcore roadie turned gravel dad, Simon von Bromley, to discuss the missing 1x version of Shimano's 12-speed GRX Di2 groupset.   With images of potential new XTR Di2 parts leaking online in recent months, we've been wondering what it could mean for the next generation of 1x GRX Di2 – something conspicuous by its absence in Shimano's gravel line-up.   The duo ponder what a fully wireless XTR could mean for GRX and Shimano's other 12-speed Di2 ranges, why Shimano's enormous product ecosystem can appear so confusing from the outside, and what features they think would be essential in any new 1x GRX Di2 groupset.   Shimano XTR Di2 'leak' reveals the one thing we've been waiting for 12-speed Shimano GRX Di2 is finally here – but it's 2x only for now Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tech Q&A is back, with Jack Luke your host, and Tom Marvin and Warren Rossiter fielding your questions. This time around, the trio cover: Are new bikes actually any better than old bikes?  How to improve hand comfort on the bike  Can you convert an MTB to a gravel bike?  Tips for fitting stiff tubeless tyres  The perfect brake bleed, according to Shimano  Carbon vs alloy mountain bikes, what's better?   Got a tech question for the BikeRadar team? Email us at podcast@bikeradar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Colnago has launched the V5Rs, claimed to be the lightest bike it has ever made. The new bike is the replacement for the V4Rs, which has just had an enviable send-off at the 2025 Tour of Flanders and Paris-Roubaix under Tadej Pogačar. In this bonus podcast episode, digital editor Jack Luke sits down with road tech lead Ashley Quinlan to discuss Ash's early impressions of the new bike from a press event on Lake Garda, Italy. Of course, it's lighter and faster on paper, but is that enough to satisfy these two tech nerds?  Read the V5Rs news story here:  https://www.bikeradar.com/news/colnago-v5rs Read Ash's first-ride review here:  https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bike-reviews/colnago-v5rs-first-ride  Find out why Ash thinks Colnago might have missed an opportunity to be bolder here: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/the-colnago-v5rs-has-left-me-feeling-cold  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For many cyclists, the continual churn of standards can be a nightmare. New ‘standards' shoot up like Tadej Pogaçar on the Plateau de Beille, making our riding lives more complicated than necessary.   Innovation and new standards can make our bikes better, but too often the gains don't feel worth the hassle.   With this in mind, Jack Luke sits down with Simon von Bromley and Tom Marvin to discuss their top picks for universal road and mountain bike standards.   Simon says: dear bike industry, these are the only road bike standards you should use Dear bike industry: these are the only mountain bike standards you should use Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fresh from the launch of her new book, Gravel Rides South West England, Freelance journalist and regular BikeRadar contributor, Katherine Moore speaks to Jack Luke about how to plan the perfect gravel route – or, as Moore puts it, “how to cook up a gorgeous gravel recipe.”    From the absolute basics to shockingly nerdy apps, this episode has something for gravel riders of all abilities.    Learn more about bridleways, restricted and byways: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/routes-and-rides/uk-cycling-footpath-laws   Learn more about the UK's best gravel events: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/routes-and-rides/uk-gravel-race-calendar    Learn more about Katherine's book: https://www.adventurebooks.com/products/gravel-rides-south-west-england Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Freelance journalist and regular BikeRadar contributor, Katherine Moore, speaks to Jack Luke about her new book, Gravel Rides South West England, and shares three of her favourite routes.   Find out more about Katherine's book: https://www.adventurebooks.com/products/gravel-rides-south-west-england?srsltid=AfmBOoqyqkIOiBKKl3jN29T-w7wdJR7hQf7g5z6b5fOeIJ2kPQEHB016 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this news round-up, Jack Luke grills Warren Rossiter and Simon von Bromley on the new Cannondale Topstone gravel bike, Boardman's value-packed SLR, and new tyres from Vittoria and Hutchinson.   Read more: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/2025-cannondale-topstone https://www.bikeradar.com/news/boardmans-new-slr-promises-to-be-fast-for-all-four-seasons https://www.bikeradar.com/news/hutchinson-blackbird-race-blackbird-all-season https://www.bikeradar.com/news/vittoria-wide-rim-optimised-tyres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke sits down with Simon von Bromley to discuss Simon's belief that time trial bikes should be banned.   According to Simon, time trial bikes are dangerous, expensive, and bad for the sport – but how do his arguments stand up to scrutiny?   Tune in to find out… Simon says: the UCI should ban time trial bikes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Last week, BikeRadar's Jack Luke attended Velofollies, one of Europe's leading bike shows, and saw a whole host of wonderful new tech.   Now back in the UK, Jack sits down with Simon von Bromley, to discuss his highlights from the trip, and why he thinks Velofollies may have usurped Eurobike on the cycling-show calendar.   For all our coverage from Velofollies 2025, head to BikeRadar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Liam Cahill and Jack Luke have made some very silly cycling purchases in their time. The pair sit down to discuss the stupidest of the lot and share them in the safe space that is the BikeRadar Podcast. Can you relate? Share your stories at podcast@bikeradar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The BikeRadar team has tested more than 500 products this year, but which ones stood head and shoulders above the rest?   In this podcast, Jack Luke hosts Simon von Bromley, Ashley Quinlan and Warren Rossiter to discuss their top picks for road and gravel.   From the best budget aero helmet to an ebike conversion kit, power meter pedals, electric shoe driers and more, tune in to find out which kit impressed us the most this year and why. BikeRadar's Gear of the Year Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BikeRadar's testers are in the fortunate position to be able to test the latest bikes. But reviewing bikes and making a significant financial investment to buy one, are two very different things.   The gravel discipline has expanded rapidly over the last decade and the bikes which fall under this dusty umbrella range from aero racers to monster adventure rigs. So with gravel bikes becoming ever more numerous, choosing what to buy is getting harder.   We gave Jack Luke, Warren Rossiter and Liam Cahill a tricky task. Choose one bike which they could realistically buy and one that would require a significant win on the horses or lottery.   Given each rider has a very different take on gravel, there were a wide range of options brought to the table. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this edition of the BikeRadar Podcast, road lead Ashley Quinlan and senior technical writer Simon von Bromley are hosted by digital editor Jack Luke to talk about one of the most popular bike upgrades: carbon wheels.   Ash has been hard at work putting the latest sub-£1,000 carbon wheels to the test, and has emerged struggling to think of a reason why anyone should spend more of their hard-earned cash.   They also discuss some of Ash's finer conclusions, including his thoughts on how limiting hookless can be. Here are the wheels tested: Roval Rapide C38 Ere Research Omnia CLR45 - https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/wheels/wheel-sets/ere-research-omnia-clr45-review Hunt 50 Carbon Disc - https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/wheels/wheel-sets/hunt-50-carbon-disc-review Parcours Paniagua - https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/wheels/wheel-sets/parcours-paniagua-review Giant SLR 2 50 Disc Velocite Hyperdrive Carbon 50mm Disc   Remember, we'd love to hear your opinions about anything discussed in this episode – drop us an email at podcast@bikeradar.com with any questions or comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke catches up with Tom Marvin and Alex Evans to discuss whether riding an eMTB makes you a better rider.   The team share their experience of riding electric mountain bikes and talk about how they've shaped their riding on non-assisted bikes.   https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-electric-mountain-bikes https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/what-is-an-electric-bike https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/7-reasons-why-electric-mountain-bikes-are-taking-over Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Tom Marvin and Jack Luke recap on a busy period for mountain bike launches, kicking off with the Specialized Status 2 – an interesting do-it-all shred sled that offers the unusual option to run a 27.5/26in mullet wheel setup on smaller sizes.   The pair then discuss the fourth generation of Trek's all-rounder Top Fuel, which gets lightly updated geometry, suspension and in-frame storage for 2025.   We then round out with the Lapierre Spicy and YT Decoy SN – two hard-hitting enduro bikes with very different views on what makes the ‘best' enduro bike.  ·         https://www.bikeradar.com/news/specialized-status-2  ·         https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2025-trek-top-fuel-gen-4  ·         https://www.bikeradar.com/news/lapierre-spicy-cf  ·         https://www.bikeradar.com/news/yt-decoy-sn  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

José Antonio Hermida is an institution of cross-country mountain bike racing.    From humble beginnings – winning his first race at age 14 in a hockey helmet, swim shorts and a T-shirt – he racked up a wealth of impressive wins throughout his 20-year racing career, culminating in a dominant performance at the 2010 World Championships. He also took silver at the 2004 Athens Olympics and fourth at the 2012 London Olympics.   In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, deputy editor Jack Luke and Hermida discuss coaching Tom Pidcock to victory at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, his predictions for the 2024 Games, how 29ers changed XC racing, how training and nutrition strategies have evolved since he retired, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After teasing it for weeks, Canyon has announced the new Aeroad CFR.   Said to be both lighter and more aerodynamic than the third-generation version, the 2025 Canyon Aeroad is boldly claimed to be “the fastest bike in the pro peloton”.   In this podcast, Jack Luke catches up with Simon von Bromley, who spent a few days in Calpe, Sapin, gathering intel and first impressions of the bike ahead of the announcement.   We also hear from Lukas Birr, a design engineer at Canyon, and a key mind behind the new Aeroad.   Birr tells us why the new Aeroad looks so similar to the old one and what changes Mathieu van der Poel specifically requested.   https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2025-canyon-aeroad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke is joined by Alex Evans and Simon von Bromley to discuss some of the most interesting bike tech stories from recent weeks.   First up, Alex takes us through the details on Specialized's updated Chisel – its high-performing full-suspension alloy MTB.   Following that, Simon gives his take on Zwift's latest innovation – a (relatively) low-priced, modular smart bike called ‘Zwift Ride'.   Alex, Jack and Simon then discuss the new RockShox forks and dampers, and ponder why we only see incremental upgrades to certain products nowadays.   We finish on Specialized's new premium alloy gravel bike, the Crux DSW – claimed to be the lightest alloy gravel frame available.   https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-zwift-ride https://www.bikeradar.com/news/rockshox-forks-shocks-2025 https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-specialized-crux-dsw   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How do you pick a tyre for gravel riding? Jack Luke and Tom Marvin are joined by gravel race and former BikeRadar tech guru, Ben Delaney, in our second episode in our gravel cycling series with Canyon, to discuss just that.  How do you know what width tyre to get, or how much air you need to put in it? How important is tread pattern, and what on earth is tubeless and what are inserts?    Looking for more info? Check out these in-depth buyers guides:   Buyer's guide to gravel tyres: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-gravel-tyres Gravel tyre reviews: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/tyres/gravel-bike-tyres Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jack Luke and Tom Marvin are joined by gravel racing legend, Ben Delaney, for the first episode in our gravel cycling series with Canyon. In this episode, the trio discuss what gravel cycling even is and the key things to consider when shopping for you first gravel bike.    Looking for more info? Check out these in-depth buyers guides:   Buyer's guide to gravel bikes: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-gravel-bikes Gravel bike setup explained: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/gravel-bike-setup   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unbound, arguably the most important gravel race in the world, took place last weekend, and our eyes on the ground spotted a host of interesting tech strapped to bikes and bodies.   Jack Luke and Liam Cahill guide Tom Marvin through the most interesting bits of tech seen at the Mid-West's foremost gravel event.   For more Unbound tech, head to www.bikeradar.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ahead of Unbound 2024, Tom Marvin grills Jack Luke on gravel racing and busts a few myths along the way. No you don't need to be a pro, no you don't need to be able to ride silly-long distances and no you don't even have to ride a gravel bike. For a lot of people, it's not even a race.   This podcast is part of Gravel Racing Week on BikeRadar. Check out all of our gravel racing content here: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/gravel-racing-week-bikeradar Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Yesterday, Shimano announced GRX Di2 RX825 – its long-awaited 12-speed electronic gravel bike groupset.   In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke grills Simon von Bromley to find out what's changed, what's stayed the same and what's missing.   For the full scoop on Shimano's first 12-speed electronic gravel bike groupset head to www.bikeradar.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Electronics and bikepacking don't always go hand in hand. The romanticism of disappearing on your bike for days on end often comes as part of a digital detox, disconnecting from tech in order to mindfully focus on your surroundings. However, Jack Luke, a man well versed in spending weeks under canvas, believes that there's plenty of place for electronics on your next multi-day adventure. But, which digital devices should you pack in your panniers? Jack explains all.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SRAM's new Red AXS groupset is claimed to be the world's lightest electronic disc brake road bike groupset, saving 154g versus the previous generation.  Priced from around £4,090 / $4,090 / €4,135, the groupset is fully wireless, with a new lever and hood design, increased brake adjustability, and improved braking performance from the hoods. Front shifting is also claimed to be faster and smoother.   In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, senior technical editor Warren Rossiter shares his thoughts on the revised shifter ergonomics, enhanced braking and shifting changes with deputy editor Jack Luke and senior technical writer Simon von Bromley.   2024 SRAM Red AXS groupset review: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/components/groupsets/groupset-road/sram-red-axs-review Hands-on with SRAM Red AXS | Real weights vs Shimano Dura-Ace Di2: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/2024-sram-red-axs-weights New SRAM Red AXS is the world's lightest electronic disc brake groupset: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/new-sram-red-axs New Hammerhead Karoo integrates with SRAM AXS and improves GPS accuracy: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-hammerhead-karoo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sea Otter 2024, part trade show, part mountain, road and gravel festival, has just wrapped up. The beady eyes of George Scott and Jack Luke have been on the search for the best MTB kit at the show, and they bring you their top picks here. From fancy frames to brand new pedals, via a very fast set of tyres, the 2024 Sea Otter has provided the goods. Our team pushed out a lot of tech content on BikeRadar's Instagram account, so you can catch up with even more here: https://www.instagram.com/bikeradar/ And, of course, there are a host of articles on the site now, and coming soon, covering all aspects of the show. https://www.bikeradar.com/news/sea-otter-classic-2024-mtb-tech https://www.bikeradar.com/news/maxxis-aspen-st https://www.bikeradar.com/news/neko-mulally-bonded-dh-frame https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-sea-otter-new-gravel-tech Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sea Otter 2024 has landed, merging trade-show tech with bike-festival vibes. Our editorial duo of Jack Luke and George Scott are pounding the grounds of Laguna Seca Raceway to bring you the best bits. This podcast focuses on the best of the drop-bar tech seen on day one. Jack Luke almost lost his marbles when he spotted Ritchey's new Montebello randonneur bike, and was blown away by 5Dev's scuff-proof cranks. There also were some fancy bikes from the likes of Parlee, while the team got a hands-on look at the new Cane Creek Invert gravel fork that has certainly stirred up plenty of comments. For the most up-to-date news from the show, follow BikeRadar's Instagram account here: https://www.instagram.com/bikeradar/ And, of course, there are plenty of in-depth features on BikeRadar.com, including the stories below on Ritchey, Parlee, 5Dev and Cane Creek. https://www.bikeradar.com/news/ritchey-montebello https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-parlee-ouray https://www.bikeradar.com/news/5dev-diamond-coated-cranks https://www.bikeradar.com/news/cane-creek-invert-gravel-suspension-forks   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, deputy editor Jack Luke and senior technical writer Simon von Bromley discuss the latest tech news in road cycling.   Last week saw the launch of the new ENVE Fray and BMC Roadmachine – both endurance road bikes with an all-road slant. As well as sharing details of each new bike the pair discuss whether all-road bikes can really do double duty off and on the tarmac.   Next up, Jack and Simon discuss Campagnolo's new HPPM power meter, and why it took the BikeRadar team by surprise.   Finally, this week's podcast wraps with details about Shimano's new Essa groupset – an 8-speed 1x-only groupset designed specifically for budget bikes. The duo consider how it fits in with Shimano's Cues range, and what it could signal for entry-level bikes of the future.   As always, if you have any comments, questions or feedback about what was discussed in this podcast, you can email the BikeRadar team at podcast@bikeradar.com. https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/enve-fray-first-ride-review  https://www.bikeradar.com/news/bmc-roadmachine-2024  https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-campagnolo-hppm-power-meter https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-shimano-essa Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke, Tom Marvin and Warren Rossiter answer questions sent in by you, our beloved listeners. From average chain life to describing the feel of tyres, the trio shares solutions for your burning tech questions.    Thanks to Steve Wilson, Nicolas Rogowski, Tom Parish, Owen Lockwood and everyone else for sending in your questions!   If you have any questions you want answered in a future episode, send them to podcast@bikeradar.com    https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/workshop/how-to-set-up-your-mountain-bike-suspension-video-guides-to-help-you-get-the-most-from-your-bike Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dropper seatposts are near-ubiquitous on modern mountain bikes, but what separates the good from the bad, how do they work and what should you look out for when shopping for a new one?    Hot on the heels of a nine-way test, BikeRadar digital writer Nick Clark outlines the key buying considerations and spills the beans on the best and worst of dropper seatpost tech today.   He's joined by BikeRadar MTB presenter Tom Law and deputy editor Jack Luke, who've each spent enough time swearing into a seat tube and fishing about for pesky cables to earn a spot in this episode.  BikeRadar's buyer's guide to the best dropper seatposts: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-dropper-posts Nick's matt paint op-ed: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/matt-paint-is-trash      Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fastest Known Times (FKTs) are individual time trials raced over typically mixed-terrain ultra-endurance routes.   A long-established racing format in the thru-hiking and backpacking worlds, cycling FKTs have surged in popularity in recent years.    In today's episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, custodian of fastestknowntimes.org.uk and ultra-endurance racing legend Molly Weaver explains what FKTs are, their rules and how to take one for yourself.    Weaver turned pro in 2015, riding for Matrix Fitness Pro Cycling, before wrapping up her pro road career in 2018 riding for Trek-Drops.    Weaver has gone on to become a legend in the ultra-endurance scene, competing in this year's Atlas Mountain Race, the Trans Pyrenees, the GB Divide, the Highland Trail 550 and more.   At the time of recording, she holds no fewer than eight UK FKTs. She's also one of our only guests to have their own Wikipedia page.   Weaver is joined by deputy editor Jack Luke and senior videographer Robyn Furtado – the only person on the BikeRadar team with the necessary experience to talk with authority about what it takes to race an ultra. Robyn's Bright Midnight writeup: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/bright-midnight  Trans Cambrian relay attempt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fv0CW77fZCg  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Specialized's cross-country bike, the Epic 8, was launched with an updated RockShox Flight Attendant, updated to work seamlessly with XC race rigs. In this episode, Tom Marvin speaks to Brian Gordon, Specialized's product lead on all things XC, and Chris Mandell, North America PR man for SRAM. They discuss the new Specialized Epic 8 and Epic 8 EVO, as well as the latest wireless developments in suspension – Flight Attendant. Along the way, host Jack Luke quizzes Tom on his experience of both new bikes and RockShox's electronic equipment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Manufacturers of carbon rims are increasingly adopting hookless rims, citing benefits such as lower weight, improved aerodynamics and reduced manufacturing costs.   Last week, though, on stage five of the 2024 UAE Tour, Thomas De Gendt suffered a high-speed crash while – seemingly – just riding along.   De Gendt's wheels, a set of Zipp's 353 NSW carbon wheels with hookless rims, were initially deemed to be at fault, but can we be sure about what actually happened, and could there be more to this story than meets the eye?   In this episode of the BikeRadar podcast, deputy editor, Jack Luke, and senior technical writer, Smon von Bromley, discuss the incident and what it might mean for the future of wheel and tyre tech on road bikes.   Simon's in-depth feature on the incident: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/de-gendt-uae-tour-crash-are-hookless-rims-safe   Since this episode was recorded, Vittoria has released a statement seeking to clarify the cause of the incident: https://www.bikeradar.com/news/vittoria-statement-de-gendt-crash-hookless-rims  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In today's episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, deputy editor Jack Luke and senior technical editor Tom Marvin discuss this week's biggest news stories in MTB tech.    With Orange Bikes saved from administration, the pair consider how the brand may evolve in the coming years. They also ponder what it is that makes Pivot, and brands like it, so cool, and the proliferation of integration on modern mountain bikes.    And please don't forget to share your thoughts on what you consider the coolest cycling brands and integration with podcast@bikeradar.com  https://www.bikeradar.com/news/orange-bikes-saved-by-owner-ash-ball  https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/orange-bikes-administration-opinion https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/mountain-bikes/full-suspension-mountain-bikes/scott-ransom-900-rc-first-ride-review https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2024-pivot-switchblade Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Winter can be a tough time for a cyclist, so in this episode, BikeRadar's George Scott, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley talk through 6 winter cycling mistakes to avoid. And they're talking from bitter experience!   Listen to our podcast with three waterproof experts – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bikeradar-podcast/id1461106709?i=1000644146441   Read Simon's High-Mileage Heroes of the Sportful Fiandre Light NoRain Vest: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/sportful-fiandre-light-norain-vest   BikeRadar's buyer's guide to chain lubes: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/chain-lubes   How to wax your chain: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/workshop/how-to-wax-a-chain   How to treat and avoid saddle sores: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/health/how-to-avoid-and-treat-saddle-sores   UK Climbing – 10 tips on staying warm in winter: https://www.ukclimbing.com/articles/skills/10_tips_on_staying_warm_in_winter_by_andy_kirkpatrick-6903 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Following our overview of predicted MTB launches, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley run through eight road bikes we think may be launched this year.  Cyclical development and release schedules enable us to make some fairly solid predictions. 2024 is also an Olympic year, so any brand gets two juicy munches out of the marketing cherry, significantly increasing the likelihood of new bike launches. Our gossip geeks also discuss whether consumer tastes or convergent design philosophies drive progress, the one thing Simon would change about the Canyon Aeroad and the future of material science in cycling.  WorldTour tech gossip podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5htzhlgH18Un0WKk1QnBjv  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 2024 WorldTour kicks off soon with the start of the men's and women's editions of the Tour Down Under in Adelaide.  While not the biggest race in the World Tour calendar, the Tour Down Under is the first opportunity for top-flight teams to show off their latest wares.  In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, loose-lipped Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley spill the tea on the latest new tech that has already been spotted at training camps and on Instagram.  https://www.bikeradar.com/news/prototype-trek-road-bike-leaked https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2025-kask-utopia https://www.bikeradar.com/news/prototype-sram-red-shifters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While road tech can often feel as though it moves with the zeal of a glacier, 2023 was an interesting year.    We saw new endurance bikes herald the greater conflation of endurance and gravel, new tubeless road tyres from most of the big brands and fresh road groupsets from the Big Three (and more besides), to name just a few.   But what does 2024 hold? In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley look ahead into the year ahead and discuss the BikeRadar tech team's predictions. https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/road-tech-predictions-2024    Did Jack pronounce Schwalbe wrong? Watch these two videos to find out!   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-QMCKWRWnH8  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N_6TLA_ClXk Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

 As the BikeRadar team takes its annual look into the crystal ball ahead of the new year, what better time to look back at our 2023 bike tech predictions and come clean on what we got wrong? In this episode, Simon von Bromley is joined by Jack Luke and Tom Marvin to discuss road, gravel and mountain bike tech prophecies that didn't come to pass, and why that might be. Was the BikeRadar team ahead of the curve, or barking up the wrong tree? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With another year in bike tech almost over, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley look back at some of 2023's biggest news stories.   Topics include the relaunched Raleigh Chopper, Shimano's crankset recall, SRAM's T-Type Eagle Transmission, Van Rysel's ambition to become a “top five global brand”, the Specialized Sirrus Carbon and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon von Bromley grills Jack Luke and Tom Marvin on the gravel cycling accessories they recommend ahead of his conversion to a full-time gravel rider.  What accessories do you like to take on your gravel rides? Send your recommendations to podcast@bikeradar.com  https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-gravel-tyres/  https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/buyers-guides/best-gravel-bike-accessories/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke, Simon von Bromley and Tom Marvin discuss this week's biggest news in cycling tech. Kicking things off, Simon explains why he thinks the new Aerosensor Aerodynamic Cycling System might be the DIY aero optimisation system we've been waiting for.  The trio then delve into the new Orbea Occam, arguing about whether flip chips are pointless along the way. Finally, Jack gives an overview of his review of the new Canyon Grail.  Please send us your thoughts on flip chips and adjustable geometry to podcast@bikeradar.com – we'd love to hear from you! ·         https://www.bikeradar.com/news/aerosensor-aerodynamic-cycling-system/ ·         https://www.bikeradar.com/news/2022-orbea-occam/ ·         https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/gravel-bikes/canyon-grail-cfr-di2-review/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices