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The best wheel setup for cyclocross, according to the mechanics of the Selle Italia Guerciotti Elite team.
Setting up carbon wheels for cyclocross is very different from what we normally choose for road or mountain biking. Inflation pressure isn't the only difference: we asked the mechanics of the Selle Italia Guerciotti Elite UCI cyclocross team for some tips on the best possible setup.
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Cycling Wheels: New Wheels vs. Used Wheels
Shopping at flea markets is a popular activity among pedal enthusiasts: online or through friends and acquaintances, people search for the latest product at a great price. But how do you approach a potential bargain when it comes to wheels, and above all, how do you avoid the risk of them turning into the most classic of "soles"? Let's explore this together in the following lines.
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Road Bike Wheels: Carbon vs. Aluminum
In cycling, the focus is increasingly on performance. The wheelset is one of the main factors determining the quality of your racing bike, so it's essential to understand the quality differences between an aluminum product and a full-carbon rim.
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Road Bike Wheels: Disc Brakes vs. Rim Brakes
Cycling wheel technology is constantly evolving, and the new technical solutions proposed by manufacturers sometimes don't entirely satisfy the public. This is the case with the ongoing debate in the road world between disc brake wheel advocates and rim brake purists. Let's clarify things a bit.
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Cycling Wheels: Training vs. Racing
But what's the difference between a training wheelset and a racing wheelset? Let's explore this together in this article, which begins by debunking the quintessential misconception about training wheels.
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Road Bike Wheels: Tubulars vs. Clinchers/Tubeless
When it comes to tires, we need to distinguish between two families of tires: a cyclist's preference between tubulars and clinchers also influences their choice of wheelset. Discover the differences and find the solution that best suits your needs.
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What are the most important components for a racing bike?
Do you really know your racing bike? Have you ever heard that wheels are one of the components that most influence your performance? Let's find out together how wheels affect performance and analyze the other components every cyclist should pay attention to before getting on the saddle.
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What is a racing bike wheel made of?
Road bike wheels are an integral part of your bike setup. Therefore, buying a frame with top-of-the-line components will be of little use if the wheels don't perform well. What does performance mean? A good wheelset must ensure great smoothness, reliability, and be the right weight. Comfort and safety should also be important.
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Breaking in road bike and mountain bike wheels: why it's important and how to do it
Have you just bought a new set of wheels for your road bike or mountain bike? Are you thinking about buying them in the coming months? Remember that once mounted on your bike, all types of wheels require a break-in period. Let's take a look at what this involves and why it's important not to forget it.
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