Features
Nick Clark | Like it or not, 32in-wheel bikes are coming – I've seen it with my own eyes
Sea Otter Europe suggests 32in is no longer just an experiment
Warren Rossiter | Shimano's new SPD-SLR pedals are an improvement – but I won't be upgrading for these reasons
Lighter, stiffer, lower, but is the new SPD-SLR system really that much better?
One of my favourite bike lights is now more powerful, more compact and shows how far battery tech has come
Knog says the Blinder 1000 is built with cells used by Tesla for runtimes 35-45% longer than conventional cells
Warren Rossiter | Road cycling tech is no longer all about the bike – here’s why that’s a good thing
Wider tyres and bigger clearances, evolved aero, improved fit, better gearing… it's all looking good for drop-bar bikes right now, but what's next?
The 10 greatest mountain bikes of the 1990s, ranked
The race-winning, rule-bending and bedroom-wall dream bikes that shaped mountain biking’s wildest decade
What's new?
Ride 886 promises to transform your fork in under five minutes
The TopHat replaces your suspension fork’s top cap with a tuneable secondary air spring assembly for a “coil-like feel”
We’ve tested hundreds of bikes and products – this is what we’d buy if we were starting cycling again
Simon and Warren pick the products that make a difference and advise where to save your money if you're just starting out in road cycling
I've tested three of the best electric bike conversion kits: Boost vs Skarper vs Swytch
The best electric bike conversion kits are a popular way to turn your bike into an ebike. Here are the best options
Rob Quirk traded art for craftsmanship – and now he’s building a global cycling brand
As Quirk Cycles moves from custom to small-batch designs, founder Rob Quirk explains why he began building bikes and his vision for the future
Rondo’s return from bankruptcy is a boon for bicycle design – other brands should take note of the Polish innovator
The Polish bike maker's resurgence should encourage others to embrace bold design
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.
Shimano's new Dura-Ace WH-R9370 C50 wheels solve the old model's biggest problem – they're not boring
Updated Shimano hoops shed weight and up the bling factor – hallelujah
POC’s Barocon Carbon helmet is rated to US motorbike standards but built for downhill MTB
Full-face helmet features carbon shell, magnetic visor and lightweight construction
Rapha's Brevet collection includes a satisfyingly stretchy backpack and helps pros save "precious time"
Updated Brevet range also features two jerseys, bib shorts, a gilet and mitts
Long Reads
How Greg LeMond fought back from being shot to win the Tour de France – and 5 other astonishing athletic comebacks
These athletes recovered from life-changing health ordeals and returned to the top of their sport
Tadej Pogačar's VO2 max has been estimated in a major new study – and the number is beyond known human limits
The peer-reviewed study used open-source information, rivals' data and a few assumptions to uncover one of cycling's best-kept secrets
'Teams that build AI programmes will win races' – how artificial intelligence is changing the Tour de France and pro cycling
Advanced analytics are helping Tour de France teams move beyond traditional coaching methods, using performance data, environmental factors and recovery metrics to build a more complete picture of rider fitness and unlock marginal gains.
Opinion
Warren Rossiter | Bike of the Year 2026 proved to me that the best race bikes are better than ever
Our winners in the road and gravel categories reveal how we’re moving towards bikes that are good at everything
The Ridley Kanzo Fast 2.0 is our 2026 Bike of the Year: why I've chosen Ridley's go-fast gravel bike as this year's overall champion
A gravel bike that most successfully combines aero-race bike speed, off-road handling chops, and year-round practicality and versatility
Simon says | I've always used Shimano groupsets, but the new Dura-Ace is a massive disappointment – here's why
'More of the same' is no longer enough from Shimano
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.
Tour de France Femmes bikes 2026: who’s riding what?
A guest appearance for SpongeBob SquarePants and all the rest of the tech at the premier women's cycle race
Dangerholm's sub-9kg Scott Spark RC is a true one of a kind
All the stops have been pulled out for the Swedish bike builder’s latest project
Jono Jones' Saracen Ariel 60 for Ard Rock Enduro shows trend-setting suspension tech isn't everything
We take a closer look at Jones' Masters-winning bike
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
We will answer any tech question you have – just get in touch ahead of our next Q&A
Send your questions – no matter how trivial or complex – to podcast@bikeradar.com
Your tech questions answered | Are handlebar extenders worth trying?
A handlebar extender is an easy way to test a wider width, but there are a few things to keep in mind when trying them out
Your tech questions answered | Does anyone still make traditional chamois leather cycling shorts?
There are still riders who prefer classic wool shorts with a leather chamois
Racing
The forgotten history of the women's Tour de France – and why it vanished for decades
Multiple iterations of a women’s race have come and gone – is the Tour de France Femmes here to stay?
Tour de France Femmes: 8 key questions answered, from race favourites to must-watch stages
We answer the big questions ahead of a thrilling fifth edition of the Tour de France Femmes
Tadej Pogačar trains easier than you think – and you probably should too
Why an 80/20 training split works for the pros and could for you, too
Routes and Rides
I cycled Mont Ventoux’s lesser-known gravel climb and it was a completely different mountain
Having completed the Cinglés challenge of climbing Mont Ventoux via all three road routes in one day, we returned to the bald mountain to discover a little-known fourth route
10 pilgrimages to make by bike, from the Via Francigena to St Columba's Way
Pilgrimages today are as likely cycled as walked, and they’re not all about saints either
"Turn left and I'll be sliced into a thousand pieces" – I jumped into a helicopter to ride bucket-list trails in New Zealand
Rob Weaver encounters some of the best riding of his life on a trip to Queenstown, NZ
Tech Features
I tested six eMTBs to crown our 2026 Mountain Bike of the Year – the Avinox-powered winner is faster, cheaper and more fun than its rivals
After months of testing the best electric mountain bikes, we announce our 2026 MTB of the Year
Endurance bikes are faster and more capable than ever – and the 5-star Canyon Endurace CF SLX is one of the true greats of the genre
The Endurace embodies the joy of a great road bike: it's equal parts smooth, stable, speedy and satisfying. That's why it's our 2026 Endurance Bike of the Year
I've tested race bikes for decades – and the Eddy Merckx 525R takes the design in a radical new direction that I love
Merckx takes the win thanks to the bike's wonderful all-round ride, good range of options and not hugely expensive price