Skills & Techniques: Racesmart & Road
What to expect from your first road race
Racing on the road can be very different from training rides or racing on closed circuits. What should you expect from racing on the road, what are the common mistakes and how do you avoid making them?
Knowledge Level: Intermediate
Published on: 16/03/2021
Read full articleWhat is Race Smart?
Race Smart is an awareness campaign designed to promote responsible racing on Britain’s roads.
Published on: 19/11/2014
Read full articleHow to get into road racing - Race Smart
Fancy getting into road racing but don't know how, follow this quick guide that we have put together.
Published on: 18/11/2014
Read full articleHow to check your bike is race ready - Race Smart
Your bike should be checked before each and every race as having a safe and reliable bike is essential. Follow these tips on what to check before you head to the start line.
Published on: 18/11/2014
Read full articleHow to pack your kit bag for a race - Race Smart
There are so many things to remember to pack in your race day kit bag, it can be easy to forget something essential. Follow our checklist to ensure you arrive at the race fully prepared.
Published on: 18/11/2014
Read full articleHow to communicate with signals in a bunch - Race Smart
Using signals makes riding in a bunch much safer. Find out how to communicate with other riders in the bunch here.
Published on: 19/11/2014
Read full articleHow to cope with contact - Race Smart
Going into a tight corner or the final few kilometres of a race, the bunch will be tightly packed and everyone will want to be at the front meaning some contact is likely. Here are tips on how to deal with it.
Published on: 17/11/2014
Read full articleHow to corner in a bunch - Race Smart
Cornering in a large group of riders can be quite technical. Follow these tips to ensure you do it safely.
Published on: 17/11/2014
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