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Shimano Dura-Ace vs Ultegra: Is the Upgrade Worth the Price?
The End of the World. 01. Pahrnia Parsons' South America Adventure
The starting point was Ushuaia, Argentina - aptly nicknamed The End of the World as the southernmost city on the planet. From there, the plan was to cycle...
The Spirit of Gravel. 04. Annecy
Gravel is often spoken about as the discipline that brings back the cycling bug. That reminds you why you fell in love with cycling in the first place....
Forced to climb...and thrived. 03. Made to Win.
The Shift was put to the test in the mountains of Morzine. Proving it really is the ultimate go-fast climb hard aero race bike you never knew you...
"Does this not make you want to ride your bike?". 02. Fast and Far
Morzine / Forge. Cause that's the thing about Forge. It just makes you want to keep going.
The Way There. From Auxerre to the Alps. 01. Older Than Us.
We stopped halfway to Morzine in Auxerre, France, and found something we weren't looking for: a nineteenth-century bridge, the statue of a pioneering physiologist, and a reminder of...
SRAM vs Shimano in 2026: Which Groupset Is Right for You?
SRAM vs Shimano 2026: which groupset? SRAM vs Shimano comes up before you have even chosen a frame. Both brands have converged on wireless electronic shifting and both...
Frameset vs Complete Bike: Should You Build Up Your Own?
A choice between control and convenience. A frameset lets you build the bike exactly to your taste, but usually costs more and takes work. A complete bike is...
On&On Race vs On&On Adventure: Which Gravel Bike?
Gravel race vs adventure bike: how to choose Gravel race vs adventure bike comes down to intent. A gravel race bike is built to go fast over rough...
Forge vs Shift 2.0: Endurance or Aero Road Bike?
Endurance vs aero road bike: how to choose Endurance vs aero road bike comes down to one question: are you riding to go far in comfort, or to...
Tyre Clearance: How much is enough?
So the actual question is not “How much clearance can we fit ?” But “how much clearance do riders actually need?”. Because tyre clearance affects more than just...
The Hidden Secret That Makes the Forge the Ultimate Winter Bike
How do you winter-proof a performance bike without ruining everything that makes it fast? The Forge hides a clever little secret most riders never spot. A smart 3D...
Inside the On&On Race: The Making Of Our Lightest Ever Gravel Bike
The combined voices of our team riders and ambassadors set us a challenge: to build the fastest and lightest gravel bike we have ever produced.
Your Season of Gravel: Events, Giveaways & Good Times
Glorious Gravel: off-road made easy. This season, we’re teaming up with Glorious Gravel to give you the chance to ride some of the UK’s best off-road events for...
Spectra Racing X Pearson Cycles
We are thrilled to announce our continued partnership with Spectra Racing, rebranding as Spectra Pearson for the upcoming 2025 race season.
Cycling Weekly's Sam & Joe Talk Pearson's Fit First Philosophy
Sam Gupta and Joe Baker ran the rule over Forge this week, but what really caught their attention was the Pearson Fit First Philosophy.
Xan Crees Shines at the British National Cyclocross Championship
Xan’s win at the National Cyclocross Championships is a testament to her skill, determination, and the reliability of her Pearson On and On bike.
Winter Adventures in the Yorkshire Dales: Josie’s Forge Ride
Discover the adventures of Jess and Josie on the Forge, exploring the Yorkshire Dales.
Embrace the Elements: The Forge, Built for Winter
Rain. Sleet. Snow. Wind. Fog. Sun. Look out of the window this time of year and it's easy to see why some riders retreat to the turbo. But...
The Best Carbon and Aluminium Wheels for Road and Gravel Bikes
Discover our opinion on the perfect wheels to complement your Pearson carbon fibre frame. Performance, precision, and reliability are at the core of every component we choose, so for...
GRAVEL ADVENTURE IN WALES
The air was crisp with the earthy scent of damp leaves and pine as I set out from Dolgellau, ready for a true gravel adventure. The route I’d...
Top 5 UK Cycling Routes for a Weekend Ride
Looking to turn a weekend into something memorable? These are my five favourite UK day rides — big scenery, proper climbs, and the kind of roads you'll be...
My Dream Tour de France Bike Setup
As a very keen amateur (amateur being the operative word), I can't help daydreaming about riding the Tour de France. I'd probably struggle to finish a single stage,...