New Specialized Levo R Ultralight is the 'fastest Levo ever' – and it's cheaper than the S-Works version
The Ultralight R offers full 850W power with smaller 600Wh battery and top-spec parts
Review | Nutrak/Vee Tire Co's Attack HPL Full 40 RAD Core shows why radial construction makes sense for gravity riding
Huge gravity grip with a calm, damped ride feel
Tom Pidcock used $1,000 cooling gloves for Tour de France time trial
The Pinarello-Q36.5 rider's cooling tactic is a high-tech version of his former team's plastic tubs
6 free pro mechanic tips to make your bike last longer
Top tips to help you get the most out of your kit for as long as possible and save some money along the way
Review | Ribble's Ultra-Road 105 Di2 Aero is one of the best endurance bikes you can buy – and the price is a bonus
The new Ultra-Road is a fast and forgiving endurance classic that rivals the best in the genre
Garmin challenges Whoop with subscription-free Cirqa Smart Band
The Cirqa's screen-less design may not command attention, but the data should
Rider of the Year is back for 2026 – submit your nominations now
We want to hear your suggestions for our Rider of the Year, Newcomer of the Year and Lifetime Achievement awards
The Bikonic Gas Stand is designed to lift heavy bikes without the cost of an electric stand
The Gas Stand enables you to work on the heaviest bikes with minimal fuss
"We should be testing at all times" – Tour de France's nighttime doping tests reveal a tension at the heart of professional sport
Jonas Vingegaard and Tadej Pogačar's doping control tests have sparked fierce debate. An anti-doping expert tells BikeRadar that it underlines the conflict between keeping sport clean and protecting athletes
Could following cars decide today's Tour de France time trial?
Study shows vehicle size and distance can make seconds’ difference to times
Five things you need to know about the new POC Amidal road and gravel helmet
The Amidal is built for everything from urban commutes to off-road adventures
The 7 hottest time trial bikes at the 2026 Tour de France ahead of stage 16
All the tech details for seven top TT bikes ahead of the stage 16 individual time trial
What are the start times for the Tour de France stage 16 time trial?
The 2026 Tour de France's only individual time trial will be an opportunity for the riders to regain time lost in the Vosges, with the action starting from midday UK time
Weird graphics aren’t dead – Iron Man HJC helmet debuts at Tour de France stage 16 time trial
HJC gets to work on its time trial helmet with a comic-themed design
Editor's Highlights
'Teams that build AI programmes will win races' – how artificial intelligence is changing the Tour de France and pro cycling
Advanced analytics are helping Tour de France teams move beyond traditional coaching methods, using performance data, environmental factors and recovery metrics to build a more complete picture of rider fitness and unlock marginal gains.
These 2 Tour de France rule changes could reshape the 2026 race
How updates to the Tour's rules could shape the early GC and green jersey battles
The 10 greatest Tour de France riders of all time, ranked
Sorting athletes in any field can cause endless debate, but Timothy John argues his top ten Tour riders in reverse order
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Latest Reviews
Review | Specialized's Butcher Grid Gravity Radial T9 is confident with loads of grip, but isn't built for bike park abuse
An excellent radial upgrade for riders seeking a calm, connected front tyre
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German brand's 'all-mountain' electric mountain bike uses Yamaha's PW-X4 motor
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Van Rysel’s cargo bib shorts are well-suited to endurance road use but less suitable for gravel
Review | Forget the S5 and R5, the new Soloist is the Cervélo race bike I'd buy
The revamped Soloist is lighter and faster than ever – and it's priced far more keenly than its pro-tour proven stablemates
Review | Sportful's Supergiara 2 cargo bib shorts are tuned for off-road use, but pricey
Sportful’s gravel cargo bib shorts are compressive with a good seat pad and abrasion resistant outer legs
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SRAM’s most powerful brakes are better than ever
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Our essential guide to every RockShox suspension fork and the brand's key technologies
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The best aero road bikes tested by BikeRadar – and everything you need to know about these go-fast aerodynamic machines
The best rearview radar bike lights 2026, reviewed and rated
A rearview radar can up your situational awareness. We tested the latest models on the market from the likes of Garmin, Wahoo and Lezyne to find the best for you
Best mountain bike helmets | Top-rated helmets for trail riding
The best helmets for cross-country and trail mountain biking
Advice
I felt a brutal sense of physical decline in my 40s, so I took these 5 crucial steps to rewind the clock on my health and fitness
Can you reverse the dreaded midlife health slump? Our 44-year-old writer shares his hard-earned lessons for optimal middle age
Forget VO2 max – a Tour de France cyclist's defining quality is their frightening capacity to suffer
Elite and amateur athletes might compete on different spheres, but they’re linked by an ability to 'suffer'. What exactly is it? And how can you learn to go to a deeper, faster place?
This home lactate device fine-tunes your endurance with lab-grade data – but with one significant caveat
Charlie Allenby experiments with an at-home lactate-measuring device to see how it compares with more expensive lab tests
“If I wasn't happy, challenged, fulfilled, I’d be a worse parent" – two couples reveal how they combine riding bikes with raising kids
Can you be a good cyclist and a good parent? New parent and cyclist Nick Christian asks those who balance both
How to stay hydrated while cycling in a heatwave
We explain how much and what to drink in different conditions
Men's health slumps in midlife – but these simple lifestyle changes will add years to your life
The stereotype says men ignore their health because they’re careless, but doctors don’t agree
