The Giant Defy Advanced Pro 2 is our Road Bike of the Year for 2024
We announce the winners of our endurance, race, gravel, budget and urban ebike categories
Whyte, YT, Canyon and Rockrider are our 2024 Mountain Bike of the Year winners
Our annual bike mega-test is back with a bang for 2024
Road Bike of the Year winner | Giant Defy Advanced Pro 2
Our Road Bike of the Year winner for 2024
Trail Bike of the Year winner | Whyte T-160 RS
Our Trail Bike of the Year winner for 2024
BikeRadar Podcast | How we chose our Mountain Bike of the Year winners
We discuss the decision-making behind our Mountain Bike of the Year winners
Geraint Thomas’ cycling shoes, our Tour de France guide, Silca Grinta bikepacking bags and a flat-pack bike stand
Plus the latest news and reviews
3T’s new Strada Italia blends comfort and aerodynamics while adopting SRAM UDH
New made-in-Italy road bike completes 3T’s Italia collection and fits 35mm tyres
A do-it-all adventure shoe: 6 key features of the Northwave Hammer Plus
Introducing Northwave's all-rounder off-road shoe
Is your saddle setback right? We explain how to find your ideal fore and aft position
Perfect your saddle fore and aft position to pedal as comfortably and powerfully as possible
Review | Gusset Matt Jones S2 Lock-On Grips
Comfortable grips with sleek cushioning
Garmin Edge bike computers: buyer’s guide to all the models
We explain them all, from the Garmin Edge 1040 Solar all the way down to the Edge 130 Plus
How to lock a bike properly | Essential advice to prevent bike theft
Where to lock your bike, how to lock your bike and what locks you should use
Best dropper posts in 2024 | 24 recommendations and our buyer's guide
The best height-adjustable seatposts reviewed and rated by BikeRadar's expert testers
BMC's latest ebike eyes up all-road riding with 38mm tyre clearance
The Roadmachine AMP switches to a TQ HPR50 motor for a quieter life
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Editor's Highlights
Shimano patent reveals plans for fully wireless 13-speed electronic groupsets
Are 13-speed Di2 groupsets on their way?
Traka 2024 gravel tech trends gallery | Tricky tyre choices, wild paint and aero mods for storm-affected race in Girona
Challenging conditions resulted in a plethora of setup solutions for one of Europe's biggest gravel races
Analysis | With Fox’s new SpeedSuit spotted at Fort William, is mountain biking about to enter an aero era?
Just how tight is too tight for the downhill brigade?
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Latest Reviews
Review | Rapha Women’s Core Bib Shorts
Budget-friendly bib shorts that don’t compromise on quality
A gravel bike for Paris-Roubaix? Israel-Premier Tech to use Factor Ostro Gravel at the Hell of the North
Is a gravel bike the answer to Paris-Roubaix's mud-caked cobbles?
Review | Magura Vyron MDS-V3 dropper seatpost
Has Magura fixed its Vyron with this latest generation?
Review | Q36.5 Gregarius Pro bib shorts
Q36.5’s ‘entry-level’ bib shorts perform like pros
Review | Cannondale Trailshroom grips
Mushroom-textured grips with a couple of design issues
Review | Gore Spinshift Bib Shorts Women’s
Classy easy-pee bibs that size up strangely
Best Products
The best short-sleeve cycling jerseys for summer riding, as tested by BikeRadar
We've whittled down your best options for pedalling in style and comfort this summer
RockShox forks explained | Your guide to the trail, enduro, XC and downcountry range
Our essential guide to every RockShox suspension fork and the brand's key technologies
19 of the best bib shorts tested by BikeRadar
We've tested 19 bib shorts to keep you pedalling in style and comfort this summer
What is a chain guide and should you use one?
Everything you need to know about chain guides, whether you ride road, gravel or mountain bikes
12 of the best mudguards for road cycling and commuting
Do you need full mudguards, clip-ons or something in between?
The best waterproof mountain bike trousers in 2024 | Riding pants to keep you dry
Top trail pants to keep you warm, dry and clean in the slop
Advice
How to lose weight through cycling: 13 tips to help you shed the pounds
The best ways to get fitter and lighter on the bike
How to maintain your electric bike, from servicing to washing electrical parts
How to wash an ebike, how to update a motor's firmware and other ebike maintenance basics explained
How to clean your bike chain in 8 simple steps
How scrubbing your chain can save money and help you gain speed
The best cycling shoes for every budget | Under £100, £150, £200, £300 and £400
The best road cycling shoes tested and reviewed by our team
Gravel bike vs road bike: what are the differences?
They share drop bars, rigid frames and skinny(ish) tyres, but what exactly are the differences between a road and gravel bike?
How to plan your first road bike ride
Everything you need for an enjoyable introduction to road cycling