
Best endurance road bikes in 2026: our pick of the best bikes for speed and comfort
What to look for in an endurance road bike and our pick of the best

Sigma's new radar-equipped smart light has emergency braking function for maximum safety
New radar light can detect up to 8 vehicles 140m away

Schwalbe is “fully convinced” by 32in tyres – and not only for mountain bikes
Schwalbe will release 32in tyres next year following research conducted in its lab

Could your brakes charge your bike's gears? These engineers think so
Regenerative braking could be closer than you think as Italian academics work on a project to harness thermal energy to charge your AXS/Di2 battery with zero drag

Will Soffe | This bike tech solves tubeless tyre problems. Why isn't it everywhere?
Solid rim beds do away with rim tape and make for a stronger, stiffer rim – but they're all but extinct

Drop handlebars banned from two major US MTB races
Life Time cites safety concerns and 'course compatibility'

The best road bike helmets 2026, from entry-level to high-end, as tested by BikeRadar
Top choices rated for every price point, plus our buyer's guide to help find the right helmet for you

How to use indoor training to boost your FTP
How Rouvy's focused training plans can help you meet your riding goals

Your tech questions answered | Is there a capable trail bike that can keep up with enduro rigs?
We look at trail-bike options for enduro-minded riders

The question every cyclist fears after a break from riding: how quickly do you lose fitness?
What happens to your fitness when you stop riding?

32in wheels are rolling out – what does it mean for your local bike shop?
With a new, larger wheel size emerging across the World Cup XC circuit, it’s likely to trickle down to bikes you can buy, but what are the implications for bike shops?

Warren Rossiter | Everyone says bigger gravel tyres are better, but I’m not convinced – here’s why
Beware of thinking only bigger is better – we need great gravel tyres for all

New Cannondale Supersix Evo raced at Tour Down Under
New bike sports a new cockpit, UDH, and a modified tubeset

This airbag for pro cyclists is the safety tech we’ve been waiting for – and a WorldTour team is already using it
Aerobag in talks with the UCI, with WorldTour teams set to use the tech in 2026

Editor's Highlights

Pinarello adds a drop handlebar to its XC hardtail to create ‘monster’ gravel bike
The Grevil MX combines aspects of Pinarello's Dogma XC and top-end road bikes

Rapha reveals first kit collection with USA Cycling
New designs unveiled for road, track, mountain and BMX

New Cinelli Zydeco Washboard is a gravel bike you’ll want to ride everywhere
Entry-level bike is designed for commuting, gravel riding, bikepacking and more
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Sender by name, sender by nature

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What are smart bike lights and should you use them for your cycling?
Smart bike lights improve your visibility and alert you to vehicles. We explain whether they're worth the investment and recommend our favourites

Bike computer vs smartphone vs smartwatch | Which is best for cycling?
Do you need a bike computer when smartwatches and phones do so much?

Best mountain bike pants 2025 | How to find the best MTB trousers for you
The best MTB trousers as tested by our experts

Sold Secure bike lock ratings explained | Diamond, Gold, Silver and Bronze rated locks compared
What are the differences between each Sold Secure lock rating? And is it actually worth buying a higher-rated one?

Studded tyres for snow and ice: what's the point and do you need them?
Everything you ever wanted to know about spiked tyres for cycling on ice

Best hardtail mountain bikes in 2026: top-rated hardtail MTBs and our buyer's guide
Our pick of the best hardtail mountain bikes over £2,000, under £2,000, under £1,500 and under £1,000
Advice

The science-backed route to New Year weight loss: 3 key lessons
Three tips to achieve healthy, consistent weight loss

I asked ChatGPT to be my new coach – this is what happened
Can AI rival a real-life coach or personal trainer?

Cycling develops one-dimensional fitness – these 7 cross-training benefits will make you a more rounded rider
From superior speed and power to enhanced durability and motivation, cross-training delivers multiple benefits

Zwift racing explained: everything you need to know about setup, categories, formats and tactics
Channel your inner racer without leaving your house

The UCI says riders shouldn't take ketones. Where next for this polarising supplement?
Are there tangible performance benefits? And what about long-term health ramifications?

The 10 things I wish I knew when I started cycling (don’t make the same mistakes)
With the benefit of hindsight, Mark Bailey looks back on the biggest errors he made when he took up cycling