Features
Gravel riding explained | Everything you need to know to get started gravel cycling
Want to start gravel riding but don't know where to begin? Let us help you!
"It asks a hell of a lot of you, but gives so much more back" – 3 Giro d'Italia veterans tell their stories
It's a race that brings you into its orbit and doesn't let go
Electric bikes are more powerful than ever – do we need to put the brakes on?
The latest crop of ebikes are the most powerful yet, but could they be harming the reputation of mountain biking?
Oscar Huckle | I've ridden thousands of bikepacking miles – here are 10 mistakes to avoid
Heading on a bikepacking adventure? Make sure you avoid these 10 common pitfalls
Why you should wax your chains – and more gravel tech tips from the pros
Rosa Klöser and Paige Onweller reveal their tried-and-tested tech tips, from blip shifters to chain waxing
What's new?
I tested four gravel bikes from $1,200 to $12,000 – this is how much you really need to spend
Find out which of this quartet of bikes offers the best balance of performance and value for money
I test bikes for a living and I'm done with saddle packs – here's why
Saddle packs suck – why down-tube storage is the future
"Spaceflight by bike" – these are Europe's hardest road climbs, and they're not where you think
Seven of the toughest road cycling ascents in Europe ranked
Save the rim brake? DT Swiss' ARC 1400 Dicut wheels show why they never died
"We remain committed to rim brake wheels" – the quiet updates to DT Swiss' rim brake wheels we missed
Ned Boulting and Matt Stephens: pro cycling commentary is a graft… but we have a brilliant time
Andy McGrath drops in on the commentary booth at the Giro d’Italia to find out how the pros make it look easy
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.
Your new bike needs this tool – but it doesn't come cheap
Banish squeaking brakes and add a beyond-factory finish to your frames and forks with the Park Tool DT-5.2
The new Brompton C Line is glorious in purple – and it should make pedalling easier
The 50th anniversary C Line uses a novel drivetrain
This new carbon crankset brings aero and vibration-damping qualities to gravel drivetrains
Spanish brand launches trio of cranks made from carbon fibre used in aerospace industry
Long Reads
Icons of Cycling | How Bianchi has maintained the winning habit for 125 years
An in-depth look at the history of one of the giants of bicycle racing
I helped record air-pollution levels by riding my bike – the results were surprising
Rob Ainsley joins a pioneering project using cycling citizen scientists to find out how dangerous the air we're breathing is
Weathering the storm: how professional cycling is grappling with the climate crisis
From heatwaves to torrential rain, the climate crisis has a direct impact on professional cycling – we consider what the future holds
Opinion
Jack Luke | The one benefit of Strava that nobody is talking about (and why it could make you happier)
How a more mindful approach changed my relationship with Strava
Ashley Quinlan | So simple it’s brilliant: why Harry Tanfield’s homemade handlebar padding is my hack of Traka 2025
Is lateral thinking the answer to cheap (and effective) bike customisation?
Liam Cahill | The best road bike groupset you can buy is eight years old – and I'll tell you why
Why Shimano's 11-speed Ultegra R8000 is the smart choice
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.
How Bianchi custom-built road bike perfection to carry Marco Pantani to Giro d'Italia glory
An Italian masterpiece for one of Italy's cycling giants
Taco van der Hoorn mixes Shimano Dura-Ace and GRX components for Paris-Roubaix
This Cube Litening Air C:68X is Paris-Roubaix’s most custom bike
Wout Van Aert snubs Cervélo S5 aero bike for Soloist at 2025 Paris-Roubaix
Routes and Rides
I ditched my bike computer and embraced natural navigation – and it was one of my most rewarding rides in years
Could you navigate a long bike ride using natural clues from the sun, clouds, wind and trees alone?
20 of the best Strava tips to get the most out of your riding
Try a challenge, protect your privacy and use the app to its full potential
Cornwall is jaw-droppingly beautiful and ideal for your next cycling holiday
In this extract from her latest book, Gravel Rides South West England, Katherine Moore outlines an unforgettable ride around Land's End