5 biggest road bike launches of 2026 so far – and what we might see in the coming months
The top new road bikes this year and what could be to come
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Are premium-priced hex keys worthwhile, or will a budget set suffice?
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Swiss Side's new gravel wheels are its most aero yet, cheaper and "more fun to ride"
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The best road bike helmets 2026, from entry-level to high-end, as tested by BikeRadar
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7 spring training tips to prime you for summer cycling success
Plus key early-season workouts for road, gravel and mountain bike riders
New Van Rysel EDR CF promises “comfort and versatility” at budget prices, and even follows one of the latest endurance bike trends
The bike starts from €1,799 and includes a tool kit
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The TLO 50 wheels weigh an astounding 977g, yet are made relatively traditionally
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Cannondale's 6 most iconic alloy road bikes of all time
The alloy bikes that have defined Cannondale’s 55-year history
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Shimano 13-speed leaked in app update – are big changes coming to road and gravel groupsets?
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New Continental G5000 S TR increases width to 35mm just in time for Paris-Roubaix
Conti also introduces new 30mm width for GP5000 TT TR
Editor's Highlights
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The best gravel bike tyres in 2026 and our in-depth buyer's guide
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Advice
How to adjust and index bike gears: diagnosing and fixing common shifting problems
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Park Tool's Calvin Jones: "Buy a good workstand and don’t fear failure" – plus more wisdom from cycling’s most famous mechanic
As Calvin Jones retires, he explains the one thing home mechanics get wrong and how he’d fix the cycling industry
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Four out of five of us will suffer from back pain in our lifetime. Learn the moves that’ll keep your spine strong
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