Joe Baker

Joe Baker

Contributor

Joe is a former racer, having plied his trade in Italy, Spain and Belgium, before joining Cycling Weekly as a freelancer and latterly as a full time Tech Writer. He's fully clued up on race-ready kit, and is obsessive enough about bike setups to create his own machine upon which he won the Junior National Hill Climb title in 2018.

Latest articles by Joe Baker

Indoor cycling mistakes: 10 things we all get wrong, and tips on how to solve them

By Joe Baker published

Prevent boredom, overtraining, and broken bars with these tips

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Wahoo Turbo Training

Indoor cycling training plans

By Joe Baker published

When you should use a training plan, where to find them, and how to follow them

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A cyclist riding on a Wahoo KICKR COR2 trainer

How to make indoor training more fun

By Joe Baker published

Indoor training doesn't have to be boring - make the most of your tech and stay motivated while riding indoors

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How to setup your indoor training space

By Joe Baker published

If you're going to suffer, you might as well suffer in comfort

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A cyclist during an indoor training session

Indoor vs Outdoor riding - when should you brave elements?

By Joe Baker published

To turbo or not to turbo - that is the question

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How to fuel your indoor training

By Joe Baker published

Carb intake, hydration, and motivational treats are all essential to a solid indoor training session

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ERG mode explained - What is it, how should you train with it, and when should you turn it off?

By Joe Baker published

Feature ERG mode is a fantastic training tool - but not without its pitfalls

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I used to hate indoor training - Here's how to make it genuinely fun

By Joe Baker published

Sponsored by MyWhoosh

From hardware necessities to training tips, here are the keys to a successful winter of riding indoors

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An off-white cycling waterproof jacket with the zip undone from the bottom

Waterproof fabrics jargon buster - Everything you need to know about staying dry

By Joe Baker published

Feature What's a PFAS? Why do brands keep talking about hydrostatic head? Do I need a DRW?

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