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Beating the January Blues

Rust doesn’t win if you keep riding.
Sure, your bike needs a bit more love now. But in return you get quiet streets, clear lungs and that smug little feeling of being tougher than the rest.

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Alexandra Niggeler Alexandra Niggeler

No Rust. No Drama.

No Rust. No Drama.
Winter doesn’t just test riders — it quietly attacks your bike.
Salt, moisture and grit speed up corrosion, but with a few simple habits you can keep rust under control and your bike running smoothly all season.

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Alexandra Niggeler Alexandra Niggeler

CycleLab’s 2025 Gift Guide

CycleLab’s 2025 Gift Guide
Gone are the days of boring socks – this year it’s all about high-style and high-performance. Whether your favorite two-wheeler enthusiast commutes on a Stromer or with an Canyon Aeroad, loves post-ride coffee, or just wants to look amazing at night, we’ve got you covered.

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Alexandra Niggeler Alexandra Niggeler

The Science (and Art) of Perfect Bike Shoe Setup

Get Your Cleats Right
Where your foot meets the pedal might just be the most underestimated detail in cycling. You can ride the best groupset, the fastest wheels, or the lightest frame – but if your cleats are misaligned, you’re literally pushing against your own biomechanics.

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Alexandra Niggeler Alexandra Niggeler

Top 5 Bike Multitools for your next Ride

Top 5 Bike Multitools for On-The-Go – Our Favorite Picks
Every cyclist knows that getting stranded without the right tools can ruin a ride. In fact, German bike magazine Radfahren notes that a good multitool “belongs to every cyclist’s basic kit”.

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