Reviews
Review | A top-notch seat pad for bumpy gravel rides, but the rear pocket is an issue
Comfortable cargo shorts for long and bumpy gravel rides
Review | Castelli Unlimited 2 Cargo bib shorts are comfortable, but the pockets are too small
Quality shorts with a comfortable pad but a couple of minor flaws
First-ride review | The new Orbea Wild LT's Avinox motor and electronic integration make this benchmark bike even better
The new Orbea Wild LT M-LTD RS is one of the most technologically advanced electric mountain bikes
Review | New Eddy Merckx 525R is the best aero road bike I’ve ever ridden
Warren says the 525R is simply well thought out – it’s for riders who like to go fast, and push the power, but not at the expense of relative comfort
Review | Radar flaws mean I can't recommend the compact Bryton Gardia R300L
Smart-priced smart light with inconsistent radar performance
What's new?
Scott Spark RC World Cup EVO first-ride review: revered XC race bike should be near the top of your shopping list after subtle updates
The Spark RC remains one of the foremost cross-country race bikes around
Lusso Women's Paragon Signature CB Bib Shorts review: supremely comfortable British bibs, but I worry about their durability
Manchester-born bib shorts that offer performance and comfort at a reasonable price
Wahoo Elemnt Trackr Radar review: a solid-performing radar light, but it suffers from blind spots
Wahoo's debut radar light is a decent offering, but it doesn't match the market leaders
Sportful Hyperepic Women’s Bib Shorts review: shorts that appeal in the shop but fall short on the bike
Hyperepic by name, but alas, not by nature
Garmin Varia RearVue 820 review: by far the best radar light you can buy, but you'll need a recent Garmin GPS to get the best out of it
The RearVue 820 incorporates new tech that elevates it far beyond everything else on the market
Accessories
Review | Lezyne's Radar Drive Rear is excellent and you can throw in a front light for the same price as Garmin's RearVue 820
A clever approach at a compelling price means there's a lot to like about Lezyne's rear radar
Review | BBB Signal Radar BLS-251 is a prominent and powerful rear light but radar performance falls short
A well-priced contender with a difference
Review | Stashed’s LodeStar system is the Porsche 911 of cycling storage
This modular setup is by no means the cheapest option, but it’ll suit those who value versatility and a premium look
Bike Reviews
Review | Cannondale CAAD14 is the alloy race bike enthusiasts have been waiting for – but the price makes it a tough sell
The CAAD14 blends classic race-bike sharpness with modern refinement, but poor value for money limits its appeal
First-ride review | Specialized Crux 5 S-Level could be the perfect do-it-all drop-bar bike
Specialized takes a big swing and knocks it out of the park
First ride review | The new Guava Ace majors on fun not facts, but is this enough for a gravel race bike in 2026?
The new Guava Ace is racier than its predecessor, but can a modern race bike ignore the wind tunnel? Simon von Bromley rode the bike in Girona, Spain, to find out
Clothing
Review | Iris Escape Bib Short 2.0 are the best women's bib shorts around in 2026
Designed by a former pro rider, these women-first shorts are practically faultless
Review | Ryzon's Vela Cargo Bib Shorts are extremely good – if you don't want an easy-pee feature
Near-perfect cargo bib shorts, let down by one factor
Review | Albion Women’s ABR1 Pocket Bib Shorts are winners for big storage
Why these Ultra racer-led bib shorts work just as well for everyday riders
Components
Review | Garmin Edge 550's fiddly interface and high asking price stop it being a winner
The Edge 550 has a bright screen, but its button-only interface is an issue
Review | Pademelon Steering Damper delivers calmer, more stable handling, but can you justify the price?
Performance benefits for enduro and downhill riders with deep pockets
Review | Oquo's RP50 LTD wheelset is light enough for the road and tough enough for gravel
Versatile all-road wheels from Basque brand
Helmets
Review | Troy Lee Designs Stage Stunt is one of the best three-quarter helmets I've tested, with only a single minor flaw
The Stage Stunt is designed for enduro riders who want more coverage without compromising airflow
Review | Fox Rampage RS is one of the best full-face helmets I've ever tested, but I don't love its looks
The new Rampage RS boasts more safety tech and a lighter weight than its predecessor
Review | The iXS Carve 1.0 helmet has ample safety tech, a comfortable fit and excellent storage for your glasses – as long as they're not too big
iXS’ latest lid is stuffed full of safety tech
Maintenance
Review | OneUp Components 70cc EDC Pump Kit
An all-in-one kit designed to fix most trail-side mechanicals
Review | Crankbrothers TT17 Twin Tube Tool Kit
A compact kit designed to handle most trail-side repairs
Review | Stanley FatMax Walltech Pro air compressor
Pricey but powerful tyre inflator that makes tubeless seating struggles a thing of the past
Shoes
Review | Fox Union BOA All Weather shoes make winter riding better – but they're a pain to take off
The All Weather shoes do a great job of keeping the elements out and your feet dry
Review | Northwave's XT Arctic Celsius GTX gravel shoes are my new winter favourites, but keeping them clean is a nightmare
Dream shoes for winter gravel riders and bikepackers
Review | Fox Union BOA clipless shoes have a revised upper and better impact protection – at a high price
Fox rolls out a host of changes on its top-tier clipless shoes
Training
Review | Garmin's Rally RK / XC210 pedals are its best power meter pedals yet – but they need to be cheaper
Excellent power meter pedals but at a high price
Review | Bryton Rider 650 is the best-value performance GPS I've tested
The Rider 650 has its quirks, but it's the bargain GPS I've been waiting for
Review | Garmin's Edge MTB is a rugged alternative to the Edge 550, but the compromises don't quite add up
Pint-sized computer’s MTB functionality is a bonus, but there are limitations elsewhere
