Features
Hands-on with the new Shimano GRX Di2 RX825 groupset – real weights and first impressions
We take an in-depth look at Shimano's latest electronic gravel groupset
First Look | Mornera's Daimon saddle is straight out of a sci-fi movie and here to end perineum pain
Space-age saddle is claimed to relieve pudendal nerve numbness
Best mountain bike grips | 15 of our favourite lock-on MTB grips
They're a key contact point, so don't skimp on grip, comfort or security
How is AI impacting cycling?
Could you harness the power of AI to enhance your life on two wheels?
Save up to 65 per cent on bikes, groupsets, forks and more with these Jenson May deals
Our pick of the best deals from the US retailer's latest sale
What's new?
Formula’s ultra-tunable shock, hardcore Race Face carbon wheels, Leatt's unique cargo-equipped MTB kit and multi-use DMR pedals
Plus a look at this weeks highlights from BikeRadar
Hands-on with SRAM Red AXS | Real weights vs Shimano Dura-Ace Di2
How does SRAM’s latest flagship groupset perform on the scales of truth?
The best MTB trail centres in Scotland | All you need to know about the 7stanes trail centres – and more
What the riding's like, who it's suitable for and how to get there
Geraint Thomas’ cycling shoes, our Tour de France guide, Silca Grinta bikepacking bags and a flat-pack bike stand
Plus the latest news and reviews
Bike of the Week | BMC's latest ebike eyes up all-road riding with 38mm tyre clearance
The Roadmachine AMP switches to a TQ HPR50 motor for a quieter life
Bike of the Week
Privateer 141 ditches internal cable routing and gains mullet compatibility
Privateer's second-generation 141 arrives for testing
Decathlon’s £4,000 Riverside GCR takes on premium gravel bikes
Can the carbon-framed GCR deliver comparable performance to more expensive gravel rivals?
Downcountry goes electric with 16.2kg Focus VAM2
Flexstays and Fazua motor help bring down weight of flagship Focus eMTB
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.
Tubolito tubes with a no-puncture warranty, a fetching yellow rain cape, a trendy gravel windproof and more
Plus a round-up from the last seven days on BikeRadar
RockShox's new budget Psylo fork, Kali's carbon full-face lid, Fox's Boa-equipped flat-pedal shoes and G-Form's chunky Spike torso protector
The latest kit to land on BikeRadar's virtual desks
A one-stop chain waxing shop, funky Attaquer crocs and jersey, weight-weenie Fizik kicks, an airy Specialized helmet and nifty electric pumps
Plus all the latest news and reviews from the week
Long Reads
Women’s cycling is growing in popularity, but how can participation be improved?
British Cycling memberships are around 20 per cent female and cycling is still a male-dominated culture. But new research, events and cycling groups show how gender parity could be achieved
Do women make the best ultra-endurance cyclists? We investigate the science and speak to race winners
Why the gap between men and women closes over longer races, and what the future holds for women's ultra-endurance cycling
Why has cycling become a hotbed for sportswashing?
Charlie Allenby investigates sportswashing in cycling, from state sponsorship of WorldTour teams to the reach of sovereign wealth funds across the industry
Opinion
Analysis | With Fox’s new SpeedSuit spotted at Fort William, is mountain biking about to enter an aero era?
Just how tight is too tight for the downhill brigade?
Ashley Quinlan | Aluminium can be faster than carbon and 5 more takeaways from testing alloy wheelsets
Why choose carbon when alloy is this good?
Analysis | Does anyone really want ebike motor power to increase?
Government consultation to double motor power and introduce throttles receives mixed reception
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.
The hottest prototypes from the Fort William pits | DH World Cup opening round tech gallery
A selection of tantalising tech as the downhill season gets under way
5 of the fastest downhill bikes from Fort William | Tech gallery from the pits of the season-opening DH World Cup
We take a closer look at some of the top bikes at the start of the 2024 UCI Downhill World Cup
Traka 2024 gravel tech trends gallery | Tricky tyre choices, wild paint and aero mods for storm-affected race in Girona
Challenging conditions resulted in a plethora of setup solutions for one of Europe's biggest gravel races
Routes and Rides
How to plan your first road bike ride
Everything you need for an enjoyable introduction to road cycling
Ten things I learnt cycling 5,000 miles from Scotland to Cape Verde
Lessons in adventure
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
Tech Features
5 of the top eMTBS of 2024 (so far)
The electric mountain bikes you should have on your watchlist
It's Giro d'Italia time! 5 dreamy Italian road bikes – from the classic to the ultra-modern
Some of the best road bike designs have, and continue to, come out of the country that is so in love with la bicicleta
Lightweight enduro bikes head-to-head: Cube Stereo One77 C:68X SLX 29 vs Last Tarvo MX
We pit two lightweight enduro bikes from the David and Goliath of European brands against each other