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Although 57% of respondents prefer peace and quiet, the remainder enjoy a good beat whilst out on a spin!Do you enjoy ca...
11/07/2025

Although 57% of respondents prefer peace and quiet, the remainder enjoy a good beat whilst out on a spin!

Do you enjoy calm classical, hardcore drum & bass, rock, or just chilling with some indie pop? Tell us your genre of choice for your rides 👇

It’s the Grand Départ!80% of our panel were eagerly awaiting the start of this year's Tour de France — a three-week batt...
08/07/2025

It’s the Grand Départ!

80% of our panel were eagerly awaiting the start of this year's Tour de France — a three-week battle for yellow, fraught with nail biting sprints and brutal climbs.

The Tour de France isn’t just a key moment in the cycling calendar — it’s one of the few races that truly transcends the sport.

With two clear favourites in Pogačar and Vingegaard, is there anyone else you think could shake up the standings and steal yellow in Paris?

👇 Let us know who you're backing in the comments!

28/06/2025

Why do gravelists like gravel? We found that the number one reason is to escape the traffic. Close behind is the sense of freedom— our riders don't like being constrained to the tarmac.

Did you always ride gravel or did you make the switch from another riding discipline?

Let us know why and how you got into gravel riding in the comments 🪨 🤘

Have you checked out the Rider Research Hub Newsletter yet?There could be one hot from the oven, ready and waiting in yo...
25/06/2025

Have you checked out the Rider Research Hub Newsletter yet?

There could be one hot from the oven, ready and waiting in your email inbox, or you can find them on the 'News' section of our website.

We serve it up monthly, packed with juicy stats, fresh insights, and tasty trends straight from our cycling community. 📊

If you love geeking out over gear, rides, and what makes cyclists tick — this one's for you.

What’s the most thrilling ride you’ve ever had? 🚵‍♀️Was it a gnarly mountain trail, a leg-burning climb, or terrain that...
21/06/2025

What’s the most thrilling ride you’ve ever had? 🚵‍♀️

Was it a gnarly mountain trail, a leg-burning climb, or terrain that nearly shook your teeth out?

We asked our riders on the Rider Research Hub, and the stories did not disappoint.

Got a story of your own?

Head over to the Rider Research Hub 'Discussions' page to have your say!

Sleeves or leg warmers? Why not both. 🚴‍🧦Many of our riders don’t leave much to chance when it comes to preparing for th...
18/06/2025

Sleeves or leg warmers? Why not both. 🚴‍🧦

Many of our riders don’t leave much to chance when it comes to preparing for the cold — most have both arm and leg warmers in their wardrobes.

📊 But some riders feel one set is plenty - here's the break down ⬇️

🔹 18% ride with only arm warmers
🔹 Just 4% go for only leg warmers

Cycling apparel brands, take note: sleeves are seeing more solo action, but owning both arm and leg warmers is the most likely scenario.

🇨🇦 The Canadians are on fire 🔥 Gracey Hemstreet (Norco Race Division) and Jackson Goldstone (Santa Cruz Syndicate) domin...
09/06/2025

🇨🇦 The Canadians are on fire 🔥 Gracey Hemstreet (Norco Race Division) and Jackson Goldstone (Santa Cruz Syndicate) dominated the Leogang track this weekend, each claiming their second win of the UCI DH World Cup series! 🏆

The times are were tight, but their speed and style were unmatched. Can they keep the streak alive?

💥 Think you can pick a winning team? You can build your fantasy downhill squad on the Pinkbike website!

We recently asked RRH members whether they were planning to watch either the men's or the women's Giro d'Italia this yea...
06/06/2025

We recently asked RRH members whether they were planning to watch either the men's or the women's Giro d'Italia this year, and over half said they were looking forward to following the action.

But the 25% of respondents who said they weren't going to watch sure missed out on the excitement in the men's race, which turned out to be a real nail-biter. The race seemed all but in the bag for the young Mexican cyclist Isaac del Toro, but Stage 20 saw the yellow-and-black blur of Simon Yates flash past the UAE rider on the Colle delle Finestre, finishing with a 3-minute, 56-second advantage. Yates was able to put the ghosts of Giros past behind him and celebrate a truly spectacular victory.

The Giro Donne will be happening later this summer, with the biggest names in women's cycling coming together to fight for the pink jersey.

What about you—did you enjoy the drama over the past few weeks? Or are you waiting for the Giro Donne? Let us know in the comments! 🇮🇹

🌎 Happy World Bicycle Day! 🌎The greatest day of the year is upon us, a day to celebrate the simple, powerful machine th...
03/06/2025

🌎 Happy World Bicycle Day! 🌎

The greatest day of the year is upon us, a day to celebrate the simple, powerful machine that has transformed the way we move.

Bicycles aren't just a means of transportation—they're a symbol of freedom, sustainability, and health. Whether you're commuting to work, exploring a new trail, or just out for a pootle, we can all appreciate the joy that two wheels can bring to our lives.

But where and when did you first ride a bike? In the back garden at your parents house? Or maybe with a friend at the local park?

Let us know in the comments or share your experiences on the upcoming forum 💬

A poll on the Rider Research Hub told us that 59% of you ride solo most of the time. With that in mind, we then asked: h...
23/05/2025

A poll on the Rider Research Hub told us that 59% of you ride solo most of the time. With that in mind, we then asked: how do you stay safe when you’re out riding alone?

Here’s what you shared 👇

🔹 General safety concerns
Some riders expressed genuine concern about solo riding safety, worrying about crashes or emergencies.

🔹 Tech + tools to stay safe
Many respondents indicated that they took some level of precautionary measures when out riding, e.g. keeping in touch with family members or riding when other riders are around. Some respondents stated they use crash detection systems on their Garmin or Apple Watch and use tracking apps like Strava and Life360.

🔹 Accepting the risk
Several riders downplay safety concerns, seeing riding as inherently risky but manageable. Many viewed worrying too much as a barrier to enjoyment, opting instead for basic precautions.

What’s your approach to solo riding safety? Tell us in the comments 👇

Café, Buddy, Route!We recently asked our community to tell us about their ideal ride, including where they would go, who...
17/05/2025

Café, Buddy, Route!

We recently asked our community to tell us about their ideal ride, including where they would go, who they would ride with, and all the café stops in between!

Head over the the Rider Research Hub to share your dream café rides ☕

We know from a previous poll on the RRH that the majority, 59%, prefer riding their bikes alone. With this in mind, we a...
14/05/2025

We know from a previous poll on the RRH that the majority, 59%, prefer riding their bikes alone.

With this in mind, we asked respondents how they felt about riding safety and methods to keep themselves safe while out on the bike.

There were some interesting themes that emerged from the discussion. Swipe to see 👉

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