Features
How big tyres and short cranks could beat the UCI's new gear restrictions
Road cycling could soon have a new 'meta'
Mountain bike tech we hated, but now can’t live without
Once dismissed as gimmicks, these controversial mountain bike technologies are now well-established among riders
Your tech questions answered | What are the best mechanical disc brake upgrades?
Key upgrades and tips to improve the feel and function of your cable disc brakes
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
Warren Rossiter | The front derailleur's days are numbered – and I can't wait to ditch it for good
Drivetrain technology has moved on in leaps and bounds, relegating the need for front derailleurs
What's new?
Why the only bike you need is a gravel bike
We run through the top 5 reasons why your next bike should probably be a gravel bike
Why this device might be the best way to measure suspension sag
Top tech to help you ride better
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
Carbon vs alloy mountain bikes – what’s better?
After snapping their carbon MTB, a BikeRadar reader wonders: is alloy the smarter choice next time?
Why the launch of Shimano Deore and XT Di2 makes XTR pointless
Shimano's unusual timing for the launch of XT and Deore Di2 leaves little time to build XTR hype
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.
These new power meter pedals are the cheapest dual-sided option available
Magene's first power meter pedals bear a strong resemblance to Favero's Assioma Duo
This rearview bike camera livestreams footage to your handlebar
The Beam's Ride Safety System RS 1000 could be the blueprint for future rearview safety devices
Are handguards the next big thing – or just moto cosplay for mountain bikers?
Crankbrothers Guardian Handguards bring moto flair and two types of mounting options to enduro rigs
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 | Dear bike brands: alloy bottle cage bolts are diabolically idiotic and you need to stop using them
Bottle cage bolts should be made of stainless steel and should not have a flush-fit button head – this is not debatable
Robin Weaver | I test the latest bikes, but a wrecked town bike made me fall in love with cycling again
Sometimes we need to remember why we started riding bikes in the first place
Matthew Loveridge | Shimano just killed off its best ever tech – why is no one talking about it?
By ditching cup-and-cone hubs, Shimano has given up a little bit of its soul
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.
Chunky tyre tread and a computer that refuses to die: Heather Jackson's Unbound XL-winning Canyon Grail
Smart component choices help Heather Jackson to victory
Unbound XL podium bikes: Rob Britton’s Factor Ostro Gravel vs Lachlan Morton’s Cannondale Topstone
The two leading riders – and their bikes – from the 350-mile Unbound XL
A drop-bar MTB for Unbound?! Why this custom Pivot LES SL could be gravel's future
All the nerdy details, whys, and Unbound XL challenges behind Chris Mehlman’s custom Pivot LES SL
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 | What are the physical and mental health benefits of cycling?
How does riding bikes help you live a longer and healthier life?
Your tech questions answered | Are new bikes any better than old bikes?
Can older premium bikes still compete with new releases?
Your tech questions answered | Trump has put me off US bikes. Which British brands should I consider instead?
All our favourite home-grown MTB brands revealed
Routes and Rides
Everything you need to know about Unbound Gravel – the world’s most important gravel race
Location, distances, viewing options and more for Unbound Gravel 2025
Bikepacking explained: what to take, how to pack and where to ride
From bike setup to overnight camping essentials, here's everything you need to know about planning your first bikepacking adventure
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!
Tech Features
"Blatant disregard" – new UCI handlebar rules ignore the needs of female riders, say experts
New rules will impact access to sport for women, according to bike fitter and team manager
Factor's mind-blowing aero bike and more Critérium du Dauphiné tech that will define the Tour de France
The tech arms race heats up ahead of the Tour
“It’s impossible” – how the UCI’s new controversial handlebar rules will affect pro riders and teams
Pro riders have been going narrower for years – now the UCI is drawing a line