Features
Robin Weaver | I need to quit road riding – seeing a van hit a cyclist was the final straw
The risk when clocking up the road miles isn’t worth it for me anymore
These waterproof MTB boots solve the biggest problem with winter riding
If you hate getting soaked feet, the Fox Union BOA All Weather shoes might be the answer to your winter-riding woes
I tested the fastest gravel tyres you can buy – this is why rolling resistance isn't everything
Don't shop for gravel tyres in the same way you do road tyres
This fat-tyred Trek Equinox looks just as bizarre nearly 10 years on
We take a look at this Franken-bike and other creations from Drew Wilson of Cyclocarbon
From drawing board to a World Championship-winning production bike in only 18 months: the inside story of the new Giant Anthem
Alan Hatherly piloted a prototype Giant Anthem to victory at the UCI Cross-country Mountain Bike World Championships. Hatherly and Giant's Joe Staub reveal how the bike was made
What's new?
I'm a professional bike mechanic and these are the disc brake features you should avoid
Which hydraulic disc brakes are the best and worst to bleed and adjust, and what to look out for
Hi-vis is not a silver bullet for cycling safety – but this hack might be
Research shows that failure of cognition, not lack of visibility, needs to be addressed
I've tested so many top-end mountain bike brakes and you don't need to spend a fortune – here's why
Why a higher price doesn’t always mean more stopping power
Don't waste your money – these £500 smart trainers are good enough for 99% of riders
The JetBlack Victory, Wahoo Kickr Core 2 and Elite Rivo go head-to-head
Why 2026 will be the year of the affordable gravel bike – whatever kind of rider you are
The bike industry appears, finally, to be giving the budget end of the gravel market the respect it deserves
Bike of the Week
Cube Nuroad C:62 SLT costs £5,999 but has £4,000 SRAM Red XPLR AXS groupset
We take a closer look at Cube's newly refined Nuroad C:62
Trek's Procaliber eyes up fast XC racing with compliant yet efficient IsoBow softail frame
US brand's high-end hardtail says farewell to IsoSpeed
Antidote Woodsprite promises to get you airborne with its novel suspension layout
Polish brand's short-travel trail bike positions rear shock outside the front triangle
First Look Friday
Every cyclist, whether you're a road rider or mountain biker, loves new gear and First Look Friday is our weekly round-up of the most interesting, innovative and exciting products to land in the BikeRadar office.
From the latest gadgets to drool-inducing superbikes, via cutting-edge clothing and everyday accessories, there's something for everyone.
Check back every Friday for the latest instalment or take a look through the archive below.
This precise pocket-sized tool is my new go-to torque wrench
Whether on the bike or in my garage, the new Prestacycle TorqRatchet Elite Lite has fast become essential
Electric bike maintenance is a pain, but this gas-assisted workstand could provide the solution
The Bikonic Gas Stand uses a gas strut to help lift your heavy electric bike into place for repairs and maintenance
Flextail’s new Tiny Tire Pump ACS solves one of the biggest problems with mini pumps
The Tiny Tire doubles up as a rear light and straps to your seatpost
Long Reads
How Formula One tech is helping Tour de France racers ride faster than ever (without breaking the rules)
An in-depth look at the rise of big data and the brightest minds, often inspired by the world of racing cars…
Could Italy be the cycling industry's solution to trade wars and tariffs?
With Trump's tariffs causing global havoc, Warren Rossiter speaks to Italian brands and bike builders about how the 'home of cycling' is reclaiming its title
Ned Boulting: The Tour de France is absurd, beautiful and unforgettable – I’ll miss it profoundly
Ned Boulting's unbroken 23 years with the Tour on ITV ends this July. BikeRadar spoke to him about his new book and the race that changed his life
Opinion
Will Soffe | This humble tool is the most important in your workshop – find out why
Hex keys are the most frequently required tool for working on your bike. Here's everything you need to know and why it’s essential to have a set in your toolbox
Katherine Moore | I've tested countless women's bib shorts and these are the 4 things you need to know
Essential buying advice from expert tester Katherine Moore
Warren Rossiter | Shimano CUES has failed to revolutionise entry-level road gearing
CUES was intended to simplify Shimano's budget groupset range, but may have had the opposite effect
Bike Gallery
In BikeRadar's bike gallery features, we bring you a detailed look at the bikes, wheelsets, components and tech used by cyclists from all walks of life – from WorldTour tech to niche hill climb bikes, we've covered it all.
This Cannondale SuperSix has been transformed into a ‘good-for-nothing’ fixie – and we love it
Professional bike mechanic Paul Legendre bought the road frameset for €70 before adding track dropouts, and plans to ride the bike from Paris to Brittany
This 5.9kg mystery Cervélo is everything that’s great about hill climb bikes
A closer look at Bhima Bowden's lightweight Cervélo from the National Hill Climb Championship
This sub-5kg Cannondale Capo is an ode to minimalism
Rob Borek's Cannondale Capo is a commuter turned hill climb slayer and was raced by Arion Oates at the National Hill Climb Championships
BikeRadar Tech Q&A
Do you have a cycling question you want answered? Every month, we’ll select the most interesting questions and bring you an expert-level response from our unparalleled access to the greatest minds in cycling, both on the BikeRadar staff and across the industry. Send your questions to podcast@bikeradar.com
Your tech questions answered | Fazua vs Bosch vs Shimano vs Yamaha... which ebike motor should I buy?
What are the pros and cons of each system?
Your tech questions answered | Does the mountain bike I'm looking for exist?
We help a reader trying to find their dream electric mountain bike
Your tech questions answered | Which gravel bike should I buy to replace my Cannondale Topstone AL?
Suspension performance is the key for this reader
Routes and Rides
Alex Evans | Riding at night can change your whole perception of mountain biking – here are my tips
Conquer the dark abyss of winter with style, confidence and a big front light
Jack Luke | The 2025 National Hill Climb Championship was perfect – all bike races will be judged against it
Matlock CC’s promotion on Bank Road set a new standard for what domestic racing in the UK can be, cementing the National Championship’s status as the most important road event on the calendar
Destination guide: Oslo, where world-class gravel and nature collide
Your destination guide to Oslo, Norway
Tech Features
Your bike will never be as fast as a pro's – here's why
5 secret reasons why pro bikes are faster than anything you can buy in the shops
I tested Fox’s Podium Factory vs RockShox’s ZEB Ultimate – is it really worth £1,000 more?
How does Fox’s inverted Podium beat the established industry-leading performance of RockShox’s ZEB?
15 essential MTB upgrades for under £50 that will transform your riding
These affordable mountain bike upgrades will make a big improvement to your riding