Features
Lightweight parts, prototype bikes, wider bars and more | 5 tech trends from the 2026 Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
BikeRadar's Ashley Quinlan scopes out the key tech trends from the Tour de France dress rehearsal
Warren Rossiter | Just because bike tech is new, you don’t have to use it… but please don’t knock it until you’ve tried it
32in wheels may not be for everyone – and that's no bad thing, says Warren
Your cycling kit is wearing out too quickly – here's how to make it last (and save money in the process)
Save money and cut down on waste by showing your gear some love and attention
Chipolo x Secrid’s cycling Miniwallet has the one feature you least expect but absolutely need
If you often ride with your cards tucked into a jersey pocket, the Chipolo x Secrid Miniwallet might be what you need
The Critérium du Dauphiné's new name has confused cycling fans. Here's why it changed
New name better reflects where the race takes place and its current support
What's new?
Cheating in ultra-distance races is a growing problem, but the Trans Balkan Race shows how to deal with it
Radosław Gołębiewski disqualified after evidence of private resupply in unsupported race
Does anyone still make traditional chamois leather cycling shorts?
There are still riders who prefer classic wool shorts with a leather chamois
Why aren't gearboxes for bikes more popular?
Gearboxes are available for a variety of bikes, including eMTBs, but why are they far less widespread than the ubiquitous cassette and derailleur?
How eMTBs changed mountain biking forever – 10 years of ebike evolution
How today's faster, smarter and more complex eMTBs compare to the class of 2016
Forget the mega mullet – this custom Atherton mini mullet proves 26in wheels aren't dead
This Atherton S.200 custom build pairs a 27.5in front wheel with a 26in rear
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.
Madison’s new cycling kit could fill the chasmic gap dhb left behind
New Flux road cycling kit range could offer the value and quality to rival the dhb of old
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
First Look Friday | The new Ochain R can make your ride smoother and save you money on servicing – I’m a big fan
The Ochain mutes pedal feedback when riding the roughest trails out there
Long Reads
The Enhanced Games sees tech billionaires trying to build death-defying ‘superhumans’. Should we be worried?
James Witts, the author of Dope, gets exclusive access to the people behind this weekend's billionaire-funded Enhanced Games, where athletes will compete using performance-enhancing drugs. But that's just the start...
“I was lucky to make it down the track”: MTB legend Steve Peat’s 3 favourite bikes, and how he rode them into the history books
Mountain bike legend Steve Peat welcomes us into his home to show us three of his favourite race bikes, and reminisce about his time riding them
6 scandalous sporting performances that were too good to be true
From Ben Johnson’s solo destruction of the 100m in Seoul 1988 to the collective power of the East Germany women’s swimming team in 1976, these dopers have gone down in infamy
Opinion
Warren Rossiter | In the market for a new bike light? You should buy one of these high-tech devices instead
Providing an early warning of approaching vehicles on narrow rural roads is where I’ve found radars most helpful
Jack Luke | After 10 years in the job that changed my life, I’m leaving BikeRadar – here are 11 highlights I’ll never forget
A fond farewell to Jack Luke's dream job in 11 weird and wonderful content highlights
Warren Rossiter | Everyone's talking about 2.4in gravel tyres, but you don't need them
The cycling industry and pro riders are fitting ever-wider gravel tyres, but Warren explains why you shouldn't necessarily follow their lead
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.
Lael Wilcox's Traka 560 bike – Around The World record holder's Specialized Diverge under the microscope
Wilcox's bike for 550km ultra race featured 50mm tyres and dynamo lights
Lukas Pöstlberger won the Traka 200 using unreleased ultra-wide Newmen aero gravel wheels
Up close and personal with the Austrian's gravel race bike.
Sofía Gómez Villafañe's Specialized Crux proves you don't need an aero bike to win a 200km gravel race
A last stand for lightweight gravel race bikes?
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 | Are aftermarket rotors a worthwhile upgrade or a waste of money?
Aftermarket rotors promise more power, better heat management and less noise – are they all they're cracked up to be?
Your tech questions answered | Screw aero – what's the widest drop bar money can buy?
Narrow bars dominate pro racing but, look beyond that and there's a weird and wonderful world of super wide drops
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
Racing
The Giro d’Italia 2026 in numbers: a 244km stage, 48.7km of vertical climbing and four days outside of Italy
The numbers behind 2026’s first grand tour
2026 Giro d'Italia stage guide and what to expect from this year's race
Route profiles, distances, major climbs and stage outlines for the 21 stages of this year's race
Charlie Aldridge's South Korea World Cup bike swaps electronic and mechanical tech as he targets victory
Aldridge's Cannondale Scalpel features Fox Live Valve suspension, a Lefty single-sided fork, four-piston XTR brakes and a mechanical dropper post
Routes and Rides
"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
Everything you need to know about Unbound Gravel – the world’s most important gravel race
Location, distances, viewing options and more for this year's Unbound Gravel
Cédric Gracia | My worst crash nearly killed me – now a gory video of it is teaching people how to save lives
Cédric Gracia shares the inside story of his famous La Réunion crash
Tech Features
7 new gravel bikes you can expect to see at Unbound Gravel 2026
The new releases and prototypes taking to the Flint Hills of Kansas
Four influential MTB suspension designs named after the pioneers who created them
These iconic rear-suspension systems span the history of mountain biking and played a part in the sport’s development
Shimano vs Renthal vs Wolf Tooth: I tested three pedals that will cover all your mountain biking needs
We've pitted three SPD-compatible pedals against each other to help you make the best choice for your riding
