A guide to power measurement
For many cyclists, a power meter is an essential piece of equipment to monitor and improve their performance. But even the least expensive power me...
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Badge of Honour
The Pearson Rose has been our guarantee of provenance for more than 160 years. Will Pearson looks back at how this humble bloom became a big noise.
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Dura-Ace vs Ultegra A Comparison Of Excellence.
With the introduction of 12-speed Dura-Ace and Ultegra last year, Shimano narrowed the options available and also the differences between its two t...
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FORCE OF NATURE - A BIKEPACKING ADVENTURE
Bikepacking is a beautifully simple concept. Take one of the ever-growing numbers of high-performance gravel bikes on the market and kit it out wi...
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What’s the big deal with gravel riding?
Gravel bikes have really taken off in a big way in the last few years and there’s more and more choice of gravel equipment - not just bikes but wh...
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Beginner's guide to the Tour de France
For a pro cyclist, the ultimate accolade is to be picked by their team to ride the Tour de France. But most will finish hours behind the eventual w...
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NEUTRAL SUPPORT. Bikes designed for individuals.
As the world’s oldest cycling company, Pearson has spent 160 years not making bikes for women. And that’s not about to change anytime soon. In the ...
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CIRCLES OF LIFE
It’s often our parents who teach us to ride a bike and thus introduce us to a lifelong pleasure. Ahead of Father’s Day, we offer a heartfelt thank...
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Autumn in the city
The perfect autumnal route taking in all of London's beautiful parks so you can witness the city as it changes colour.
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Planes trains and automobiles. A guide to travelling with your bike.
It's that time of year when we set our sights on riding further afield. Here’s what you need to know about travelling with your bike. Beyond the od...
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Evolution in Short(s)
Cycling shorts have come a long way since their humble beginnings. We will fast track through history and explore the evolution of this essential p...
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PRISMA – SEEING THE LIGHT
You might have noticed our new range looks a bit different. There’s the particularly bold colour palette for starters. Turns out you can have too m...
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