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Every Expert Bike story: road bikes, gravel, e-MTB, buying advice, training and cycling routes in France.

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Mountain bike and e-MTBBig moments October 12, 2026

How to prepare for the 2027 Roc d'Azur?

Roc d'Azur 2027: dates, registration, required documents and bike choice to prepare for the next Fréjus edition.

Cycling the Coulée verte du Sud parisien: 14 km from Paris to Massy, 100 m of climbing, car-free greenway, Parc de Sceaux and RER back.

Road cycling September 29, 2026

Women's road bike: geometry, small sizes, handlebars, cranks and saddle. The settings that matter when choosing the right road bike.

Indoor bike trainer guide: rollers, wheel-on, direct-drive smart trainers and smart bikes. Price, accuracy and apps compared.

Bike size chart by height and inseam for road, gravel and mountain bikes, with the sizing formula and stack and reach explained.

Gravel bike explained: geometry, tyres, drivetrain and budget. Everything to know before buying your first gravel bike.

Alpine climbs by bike: Alpe d'Huez, Galibier, Iseran, Madeleine. Altitude, distance, gradient and the best time to ride them.

Alsace cycling routes: the Vineyard cycle route, Bruche canal, Route des Crêtes and Grand Ballon. Distances, levels and tips.

Buying a bike online: price, sizing, delivery, assembly, returns and after-sales service. What to check before you order.

Bikepacking guide: bike, bags, camping kit and daily distances. The checklist to prepare a first self-supported bike trip.

Road cycling September 29, 2026

Aero, endurance or climbing road bike: frame, groupset, budget and size. The key criteria to choose the right road bike.

Electric mountain bike guide: motor, torque, battery, suspension and budget. How to pick the right e-MTB for your riding.

Sportive training plan: 12 to 16 weeks of preparation, nutrition, equipment and pacing on race day. The complete method.

Full-suspension vs hardtail mountain bike: travel, weight, price and maintenance. How to choose the right MTB for your riding.