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BikeRadar's guide on how to watch the Tour de France and highlights in the UK, USA, Australia and Europe
The best aero road bikes tested by BikeRadar
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Continental releases Tour de France tyres including exclusive 'transparent' Aero 111
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Shimano finally brings hydraulic brakes to CUES 9-speed – here's why that's great news for riders
Shimano adds new 9-speed hydraulic shifters to its CUES range
New Megamo Ryal 05 is the cheapest eMTB we've seen with Avinox M2S motor – by £1,000
The £5,499 Ryal has an aluminium frame, 29in wheels and 160mm-travel fork
Tadej Pogačar annihilated everyone in the Tour de Suisse – here's what it means for the Tour de France
Pogačar’s triumph at the Tour de Suisse sends a chilling message to Jonas Vingegaard and Remco Evenepoel
Nick Clark | There's no point in short-travel eMTBs – take all the suspension you can get
Nick explains why he believes short-travel electric mountain bikes are headed for the history books
“Road cycling needs a safety revolution": four Canyon innovations that show the future of cycling tech
Canyon has used the Eurobike event to showcase four tech concepts to improve rider safety and speed
"Most exclusive edition ever": Wilier releases Filante Ultimate superbike to mark brand’s 120th anniversary
Top-end bike launched as Wilier announces healthy turnover for 2025
"I’ve never tried so hard": Lael Wilcox abandons Around the World record attempt due to health problems
Wilcox quit her world record attempt after nausea and heat exhaustion during the European heatwave
Men's health slumps in midlife – but these simple lifestyle changes will add years to your life
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Warren Rossiter | I thought people shouldn’t ride race bikes, but a new bike has changed my mind
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I just wish I hadn't looked at the price...
Planning to follow the Tour de France? Don't miss the UK's only official race guide
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Editor's Highlights
Simon says | Shimano just proved mechanical shifting still has a future – now bring it back to Ultegra
New Deore components show Shimano's commitment to good old mechanical shifting, but why can't we have the reliable tech for the brand's performance road groupsets?
‘Playful and fun to ride’: Canyon's new Roadlite:ON is powered by Bosch’s first-ever hub motor
The Canyon Roadlite:ON CF features the new Bosch Hub Line motor and is aimed at urban riders who want to move quickly through the city
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Simon shares three essential tips for buying bike parts on AliExpress
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Best hybrid bikes 2026: top-rated flat-bar bikes for commuters and beginner cyclists
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