Road Cycling

Giant's answer to the CAAD 14 looks incredible – but there's a huge catch
The Giant TCR SLR is the alloy TCR you've been dreaming of – but good luck finding one

Shimano Ultegra Di2 now has up to 53% savings in these late spring sales
Save big on your next groupset from Merlin Cycles and Sigma Sports

5 ways to make your riding fun again, from ditching your bike computer to MTB orienteering
Has your cycling experience stagnated? Spice up your riding with these top tips
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Freitag just released a new crossbody bag that fits to your bike for commuting or longer adventures
Freitag's F141 BERYL is made up-cycled truck tarp and no two bags are alike

Specialized and Audi's F1 team join forces with racing livery Tarmac, with more "cool collaborations" to come
American bike brand joins forces with Audi Revolut F1 in two year partnership

First Look | I tested the new Tailfin Journey Rack on a punishing 600km audax – here's why you should consider it over a saddle bag
The modular rear-rack system is said to be Tailfin's "most versatile" to date with significant changes over the brand's eight-year-old Alloy Rack

SRAM calls for reform as UCI loses its gearing restrictions appeal in "groundbreaking" ruling
Belgium’s Market Court dismisses the UCI’s appeal saying it "failed to justify why the maximum gear ratio standard was necessary and proportionate to achieve the objective of improving rider safety”

Hunt’s new climbing wheels are faster and lighter than Pogačar’s
Hunt’s 4AM Limitless brings category leading aero to lightweight climbing wheels.

New Specialized Evade 4 is 2.4% cooler, but not any faster – have we reached peak aero helmet?
Has the UCI's updated helmet regulations and extreme heat at the Tour de France prompted a rethink from Specialized?

MyWhoosh Championships announced with $1,000,000 prize pot, and no finisher will go away empty-handed
Registration opens for seven day esports stage race in July

These are the best GPS bike computers tested by BikeRadar
The best GPS cycle computers for road and mountain bikes from Garmin, Wahoo, Hammerhead, Bryton and more

10 essential bike maintenance tips for beginner cyclists
Learn how to keep your bike safe and smooth-running

Review | The Castelli Espresso 2 W DT Bibshort is a do-it-all workhorse that doesn't compromise on style
All style and substance - the Castelli Espresso 2 bibs can do both

Eurobike moves venue and dates for 2027 in huge shakeup for troubled show
Eurobike bosses say changes will encourage "the return of leading bike brands"

Jack Luke | Every road bike should have mudguard mounts – yes, even aero bikes
Fender eyelets can be integrated into any bike with no impact on performance or aesthetics, so why do so few have them?

“Comfort and speed are not opposites” – new Rapha Brevet system has extra storage and high visibility for "stupid long rides"
Rapha says its overhauled Brevet works as a ‘modular system' and it now features a ‘nature-break solution’

Your tech questions answered | What’s the difference between a folding and wire bead tyre?
We explain the differences between folding and wire bead tyres

Reims announced as host to the 2028 Tour de France Grand Départ
115th edition of the Tour de France will start with four stages in the east of France

We took 12 of the latest bike locks to the lab and tested them to destruction – here are the results
Plus, how to lock up your bike safely and securely

5 Chinese groupset brands you need to know about – and could be a money-saving choice
Chinese component brands are selling increasingly sophisticated parts at prices which undercut the big three

The Specialized Tarmac SL9 has leaked – here's what we know about the unreleased race bike so far
Get your magnifying glass out, folks…

Review | DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut 55 review: a polished performer, but look elsewhere for more progressive or better-value options
Although fast and well-made, the ARC 1100 Dicut 55's design is conservative compared to premium rivals

In brief | Aero and 32in gravel bikes, Rotor on the ropes, Fizik's new Ergolace 2 and Italian teens charged – plus the other key news you’ve missed this week
Catch up on the essential road and gravel headlines from the past seven days

These are the best Shimano chain deals today – cheapest 11- and 12-speed chains prices ranked
£10.99 for an 11- or 12-speed chain is as low as you can go – but there's a catch
