Features
Your tech questions answered | How to swap wheels between bikes without compromising on braking performance
Michael wants to switch his front wheel between two bikes with different calipers. Here's everything he needs to consider
Will Soffe | I'm a pro bike mechanic and these are the tools I couldn't live without
Which tools are essential? We asked a pro mechanic for his top picks
6 reasons why your next bike should be aluminium
Carbon fibre is cycling's wonder material, but that doesn't mean you should write off aluminium
First Look | Pashley's new Roadfinder SL is the first steel bike I've truly desired in 30 years
The Roadfinder showcases the British brand's frame-building mastery
The Cannondale Slate was miles ahead of its time, but fundamentally flawed – here's how I made it perfect
The Slate is my go-to gravel companion after a few changes
What's new?
Everything you need to know about cycling with cleats
Our essential guide to switching to cycling with cleats and clipless pedals, from the benefits to practical real-world advice
Why BikeRadar tests so many expensive bikes – and what needs to happen to change that
Bike brands control the narrative at the time of launch, with mid-range bikes rarely available to review – but that's bad for the industry, cycling media and readers
These are the gravel bike tyres we would buy with our own cash – and nobody went narrower than 45mm
The all-round gravel tyres BikeRadar's expert testers would pick for their own bikes
I’m a pro cyclist and the UCI weight limit is completely outdated – here’s why
Pro rider Ashleigh Moolman-Pasio explains how the UCI’s 6.8kg bike weight rule has unfairly penalised smaller cyclists throughout her career
These are the 6 rules the UCI needs to ditch
From controversial fit limitations to outdated wheel sizes, these UCI tech rules are fit for the chop
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.
First Look Friday | Why all dropper posts should look like this
PNW's chrome Loam Dropper Gen 2 is an awesome example other brands should follow
How Garmin's new Edge MTB bike computer could help save seconds on your race runs
The Edge MTB has gravity-focused features, including split gates and a durable construction
I was a bike roof-rack sceptic until I tried this one
The Thule TopRide is the answer to my bike-transport problems
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
Robin Weaver | I’ve finally found the upgrade to make me a better mountain biker – and it cost less than £100
Coaching can make you better, safer and maybe even faster on the bike
Ollie Smith | I’m a UCI-level gravel racer and this is the big advantage of MTB tyres that nobody is talking about
Comfort and speed are important, but there’s another huge benefit to fat tyres on gravel bikes you’ve probably overlooked
Robin Weaver | Fork fairings are mountain biking's latest aero hack – but haven't we been here before?
Keegan Swenson's fork fairings on his Leadville 100-winning bike causes a stir, but aero tech on mountain bikes is nothing new
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.
The fastest bike in the world? Matthew Richardson’s Hope HB.T for his 200m world record attempt
Track sprinter will attempt to break the 200m flying start record on a custom Hope HBT.T track bike
Lorena Wiebes' Tour de France Femmes Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8 honours her green jersey and “best season to date”
Custom SL8 features chequered flag pattern and gold graphic celebrating Wiebes' 100th pro win
Kim Le Court leads the Tour de France Femmes – and this is her yellow Specialized S-Works Tarmac SL8
Le Court is the first African to wear the yellow jersey at the Tour de France Femmes
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 | Can you adapt non-Boost wheels to fit a new Boost frame? Yes – but it's complicated
Symmetrical and asymmetric adaptor kits explained, plus a history lesson on axle spacing standards
Your tech questions answered | Why electric bike tuning kits could put you on the wrong side of the law and void your warranty
What UK law says about tuning kits, plus information from Shimano about how they could affect your ebike’s warranty
Your tech questions answered | This is how hot weather affects your tyre pressure (and why hookless rims need extra care)
Heat and altitude can raise your tyre pressures – and for riders on hookless rims, that could mean crossing safe limits
Routes and Rides
Forget Majorca – these 3 European city breaks combine incredible gravel rides, road cycling and culture
The best places for family-friendly mountain biking in the UK – read our comprehensive trail centre guide
Where to take your family cycling on traffic-free forest trails in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland
Tour de France spotlight | I went to France's 'volcano country' to find out why it's one of cycling's best-kept secrets
John Whitney heads to the Auvergne's volcano country, home to the first mountain stage of the 2025 Tour de France
Tech Features
I went inside Specialized's tyre factory to see how prototypes for the pros are made in less than 48 hours
We step inside the S-Works Tyre Factory to see how it keeps making pro riders faster
Aero vs lightweight: Why do the men’s and women’s pelotons choose different bikes?
The men’s Tour de France was dominated by aero bikes, but the women’s race saw riders opt for climbing bikes. We delve into why the two pelotons opt for different bikes, and whether the UCI needs to change its stance on bike weight
What makes the perfect XC race bike? I tested three and one nailed it
How much travel do you really need?