Best mountain bike mudguards: 6 of the top mudguards tested, plus our buyer's guide
Our pick of the best front and rear MTB mudguards
Cadex’s first mountain bike wheels weigh 1,248g with bonded carbon spokes and buckets of lateral stiffness
The Max XC WheelSystem comes with an unusual carbon construction, a 120-tooth ratchet and some big claims about its stiffness
Stargazing and bikepacking in Arizona was one of the best cycling experiences I've ever had
Sandy off-road climbs, soaring temperatures and starry skies in the Arizona desert
Can fearless descending make up for climbing fails? We head to the Swiss Alps to find out
We consult former pro sprinter Greg Henderson – a rider who had to perfect the art of going downhill to stay in a race
"A V5Rs for the dirt" – new Colnago G5-X is built for compliance, comfort and gravel racing
Colnago’s versatile off-road speed machine gets an overhaul, with new geometry and carbon layup schedule
The best electric bike pumps 2026 reviewed and rated
We’ve expanded our test of the latest electric pumps to find the best options for all riders
5 underrated upgrades that will transform your cycling
BikeRadar’s recommendations for cheap changes to improve your ride experience
Three’s a charm: riding a trio of Forestry England trail centres in one day
We take on an array of top trails at three Forestry England locations in a single brilliant day
New Look G85 Cezal RS is a lighter, stiffer gravel race bike for "virtually every scenario"
New carbon layup sees gravel race bike's weight drop by 200g
Review | Smith Forefront 3 is one of the best MTB helmets I've ever tested thanks to quality construction and fit
Smith's top-tier trail helmet is worth its high price
The best cycling headphones I’ve ever tested are at their lowest price yet in Amazon’s Big Deal Day sale
Save up to 32% on the top sports headphones for cycling and running from Shokz
Review | The new Orbea Orca Aero is a thrilling modern aero racer, but there's one upgrade I'd make
The new Orca Aero gets revised geometry to make it more stable at speed, a lighter frame and very wide 37mm tyre clearances
Ridgeback recalls hybrid bikes fitted with Vee Zilent tyres and sold since 2020
Possible tyre defect may make affected bikes unsafe to ride
I went to Lezyne's Taiwan factory to build my own bike light
Tom heads to Taiwan and has a go at building his own bike light, with Lezyne
Editor's Highlights
Forget ketones and lactate gels: pre-race nerves are an untapped fuel source we can all learn to harness
Racers and psychologists offer their tips and expertise on squeezing something good out of what can be an overwhelming situation
Warren Rossiter | I rode a new gravel bike in Tuscany and it made me realise the best options are more like Swiss army knives than scalpels – here's why
Now more than ever, you need to be sure of what you want from your off-road fun
This is why your knees hurt when cycling – and here's how to fix them
How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists
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Latest Reviews
Review | Canyon Endurace Allroad is affordable, practical and versatile – it's the perfect beginner’s performance bike
Struggling to find a bike to get into road or gravel cycling? Problem solved…
Review | Cannondale Bad Habit 1 is an agile enduro bike that excels in technical terrain, but there's an upgrade I'd make
More fun than you might think on mellower trails, but taller riders may struggle with the geometry
Review | Sour Cycles' Pasta Party 32 is an intriguing half-prototype that has convinced me about 32in wheels for XC bikes
Steel-frame hardtail shows big wheels make a subtle, but noticeable difference on the trail
Review | Moon Rigel Enduro 2600 is a strong all-rounder MTB light – my complaints are very minor
A powerful, all-purpose mountain bike light for £150
Review | The Bikil 2400 is a genuinely usable MTB front light, but can you get away with spending this little?
Big battery life for remarkably little money
Review | Sigma's Buster 1600 is an easy-to-use MTB light with a focused beam, but I found one key flaw
The Buster produces impressive reach from its 1,600 lumens and has excellent controls, but its narrow beam becomes limiting
Best Products
8 of the best budget bike lights for safe night riding, according to our test team
Keep yourself safe on the roads with our discount light recommendations
8 of the best mountain bike lights for night riding
Seek out new trails after dark with the best MTB lights
8 of the best bike upgrades that will transform your ride – without breaking the bank
Marginal costs for major gains
Best bike lights 2026 rated and reviewed: top picks from our expert testers
The best front and rear lights to keep you visible out on the roads
Best tyre levers for road, gravel and mountain bikes in 2026
Less time spent wrestling rubber off the rim means more time riding
Shimano SPD vs SPD-SL pedals: which is the right system for you?
BikeRadar guides you through the ins and outs of Shimano’s three main pedal systems
Advice
I’m a pro mechanic and here are my 5 tips to make your ebike components last longer
The power and weight of electric bikes can increase component wear and their specialised electronics need extra care – this is how to prolong the life of your ebike
How to optimise tyre pressure for speed, comfort, grip and puncture protection
Finding the right tyre pressure for your road bike can increase your speed, comfort, grip and puncture resistance
Women need testosterone more than they realise – here’s how to keep your levels where they need to be
As women move into their 40s, 50s and beyond, and perimenopausal and menopausal symptoms rear their heads, there is growing debate about whether the real culprit is low testosterone
Most dietary supplements do nothing for healthy people, says top doctor – this is how the wellness industry flourishes regardless
Doctor and broadcaster Xand van Tulleken reveals how the supplement industry thrives in his new book Make me Well
Best road bike wheels in 2026: 28 rim and disc brake wheelsets tried and tested
The best wheels for road cycling ridden and rated by our expert testers
Best mountain bike grips: 11 of our favourite lock-on MTB grips
MTB grips are a key contact point, so don't skimp on comfort or security