If you’ve been paying attention to the pro road-racing scene recently, you may have noticed many riders are increasingly using oversized chainrings.
 
Are today’s pro riders so fast they simply need bigger gears than before, or could there be more to this tech trend than meets the eye?
 
In today’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon von Bromley sits down with Liam Cahill to discuss this development and whether there’s anything the rest of us can learn from it.
 
If you have any thoughts, questions or feedback, you can contact the team at podcast@bikeradar.com.
 

https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/why-are-pros-using-such-big-chainrings 

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Why are pros using such big chainrings and should you be doing the same?

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As summer approaches, it's the perfect time to take full advantage of your time on the trails.
 
In this episode, tech writer Luke Marshall is joined by fellow riders Tom Law and Nick Clark to explore how to make the most of your summer riding experience. 
 
They share tips on discovering new trails, optimising your bike's performance, and identifying the essential gear you need to ride at your best. Tune in to find out how to make this summer your most enjoyable yet.
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How to make the most of your mountain biking this summer

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.
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Shimano launches 12-speed GRX Di2 – what’s new and what’s missing?

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.
 
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The essential electronics you NEED to take on your next cycling tour

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



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Upgrading parts on your bike is something many riders love to do. Whether it’s for a performance benefit or just a splash of personalisation and colour, it can be a fun, if expensive pastime.

But which upgrades don’t bring the benefits their price tag suggests? 

In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, senior technical editor Tom Marvin sits down with fellow shredders Luke Marshall and Tom Law to discuss five mountain bike upgrades they don’t think you need and five that will make a genuine difference to your riding. 

If you have any questions you want answering in a future episode, send them in to podcast@bikeradar.com
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Why are pros using such big chainrings and should you be doing the same?

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