You should check your bike before your sportive so that one simple, avoidable mechanical issue doesn't derail months of careful training and preparation. These checks shouldn't take you too long, plus, they will take even less time if you keep on top of your regular maintenance.
Check out the tips in this video to prepare your bike and have a look at our sportive calendar to find the perfect event for you.
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In these days of smart trainers and virtual cycling platforms such as Zwift, traditional rollers can seem a bit outdated and limited but having a set and being able to ride them is definitely still worthwhile.
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We look at the top 10 common sportive mistakes and how you can avoid them.
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