Road Cycling

The best road bike helmets 2026, from entry-level to high-end, as tested by BikeRadar
Top choices rated for every price point, plus our buyer's guide to help find the right helmet for you

7 spring training tips to prime you for summer cycling success
Plus key early-season workouts for road, gravel and mountain bike riders

New Van Rysel EDR CF promises “comfort and versatility” at budget prices, and even follows one of the latest endurance bike trends
The bike starts from €1,799 and includes a tool kit
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Review | Schmolke's TLO 50 wheels are the lightest I’ve ever tested – and among the best, too
The TLO 50 wheels weigh an astounding 977g, yet are made relatively traditionally

The best cycling shoes for every budget | Under £100, £150, £200, £300 and £400
Looking for new road cycling shoes? We've pedalled thousands of kilometres to help you pick the best pair for you

Cannondale's 6 most iconic alloy road bikes of all time
The alloy bikes that have defined Cannondale’s 55-year history

New Cannondale CAAD14 returns to its racing roots with “stiffness, explosiveness, and razor sharp handling”
The legendary alloy bike has dropped the practicality of the CAAD13 and is a love letter to "how aluminium should be"

Shimano 13-speed leaked in app update – are big changes coming to road and gravel groupsets?
Shimano adds 13th cog in E-Tube app leak. Here's what it could mean for Shimano's road, mountain and gravel bike groupsets

New Continental G5000 S TR increases width to 35mm just in time for Paris-Roubaix
Conti also introduces new 30mm width for GP5000 TT TR
Tadej Pogačar's new sunglasses use titanium temples for a secure, consistent fit
Scicon's new Aeroshade 2.0 Titanium sunglasses are 4g heavier than the originals

How to adjust and index bike gears: diagnosing and fixing common shifting problems
Indexing gears, setting derailleur limits and replacing a rear derailleur explained with video walkthroughs

Gorewear is closing down and some great kit is in the sale
Grab a deal before Gorewear closes its doors

Center Lock vs 6-bolt – which BikeRadar editor wins the standards debate that won't die?
Tempers flare at the BikeRadar office as Jack Luke and Tom Marvin go head-to-head over which disc-rotor standard reigns supreme

18 of the best bib shorts tested by BikeRadar
We've tested the leading bib shorts to keep you pedalling in style and comfort this summer

Warren Rossiter | Carbon fibre is cycling’s wonder material, but titanium is having a renaissance – here's why
Warren ponders why this once-forgotten frame material is enjoying a resurgence in popularity

Tadej Pogačar is making his 2026 race debut at Strade Bianche aboard this lightweight Colnago Y1Rs
The World Champion has prioritised aerodynamics and puncture protection

How to watch Strade Bianche 2026: global options for live TV, streaming and highlights
Tune in for the season’s biggest race so far, wherever you are in the world

New Bianchi Infinito follows latest endurance bike trends with slick storage and “gravel-ready capability” so you can “ride forever”
The Infinito increases tyre clearance to 40mm and there is a limited-edition model for the launch

2013 vs 2026 Giant Propel: how the aero bike has evolved to become the lightest on the market
Fourth-generation Giant aero bike is a very different beast from the original, even if the price is similar

New Merida Reacto beats big-name aero bikes for speed, according to independent testing
The Reacto is also said to be a more versatile all-rounder than previous generation

I can't believe how comfortable the new Assos jersey and bib shorts are – and the price isn't bad either
Assos Mille GT kit comes with a reasonable price tag and considered design

The new Giant Propel is the lightest aero bike we’ve ever seen
Giant's new aero bike breaks the UCI's weight limit

Updated Giant Pursuit MIPS and Rev Pro MIPS helmets are aero tuned to save watts
Aero and vented road helmets are available with Giant or Liv branding

Buns vs ponytails: Specialized's wind tunnel testing reveals the faster hairstyle
Lael Wilcox tests aerodynamic hairstyles in preparation for circumnavigation of the globe record attempt
