Tom Marvin | Have we reached peak 29er? The truth is, it doesn’t even matter with 32in bikes on the rise
2026's 29in XC launches have left me with questions
First-ride review | Scott Spark RC World Cup EVO should be near the top of your shopping list after subtle updates
The Spark RC remains one of the foremost cross-country race bikes around
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A “lost generation” of adults lacks the skills and confidence to cycle
New report finds that a lack of confidence stops people cycling, and suggests what can be done to get more people on their bikes
Review | The Lusso Women's Paragon Signature CB Bib Shorts are supremely comfortable, but I worry about their durability
Manchester-born bib shorts that offer performance and comfort at a reasonable price
12 road bike upgrades you don’t need (and why)
These are some of the costly upgrades you can probably go without
Megamo's new e-road bike is the first with Avinox's turbo-charged M2S motor, but do road riders really need 1,500W peak power?
Punchy DJI motor system comes to road bikes
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
Pirelli expands its gravel tyre range, quite literally, with new 55mm options
Pirelli joins the wide tyre gang with its new race-oriented gravel tyres
This tiny new HoverAir drone weighs only 99g and has AI-powered rider tracking
HoverAir brings the X1 Smart to the UK
Jan-Willem van Schip “forced” to stop racing by French police following yet another race disqualification for non-compliant kit
Boundary-pushing Dutch cyclist has yet another run in with the UCI
Lightweight parts, prototype bikes, wider bars and more | 5 tech trends from the 2026 Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
BikeRadar's Ashley Quinlan scopes out the key tech trends from the Tour de France dress rehearsal
"I'm having such a good day" – Lael Wilcox rides 282 miles on day one of her world record attempt. More than 17,000 miles to go…
Wilcox sets off on her attempt to break Mark Beaumont's overall round-the-world record
Garmin quietly releases a key feature that could save you money on replacement parts
Garmin Edge computers can now track your gear’s use and help you schedule maintenance
Editor's Highlights
Michelin has a new “faster” racing tyre, but you can’t buy it yet
Team Picnic-PostNL says new tyre has a dual compound and reworked casing
This trend-bucking prototype Ridley weighs 6.9kg and is being tested by the Uno-X team at the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
Aero, it seems, isn't everything
Cycling training can be bafflingly complex. This top coach wants to show you an easier way
University of Zaragoza professor Sebastian Sitko reveals 5 ways to navigate the maze of modern training
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Latest Reviews
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Wahoo's debut radar light is a decent offering, but it doesn't match the market leaders
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Hyperepic by name, but alas, not by nature
Review | Garmin's Varia RearVue 820 is by far the best radar you can buy, but you'll need a recent Garmin GPS to get the best out of it
The RearVue 820 incorporates new tech that elevates it far beyond everything else on the market
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A clever approach at a compelling price means there's a lot to like about Lezyne's rear radar
Review | Iris Escape Bib Short 2.0 are the best women's bib shorts around in 2026
Designed by a former pro rider, these women-first shorts are practically faultless
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The Stage Stunt is designed for enduro riders who want more coverage without compromising airflow
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Our pick of the most comfortable and practical women's bib shorts
SRAM Eagle Transmission explained – everything you need to know about the T-Type MTB drivetrain family
SRAM Eagle Transmission comes in a range of electronic and mechanical variants – our essential guide breaks down all the options
Best hybrid bikes 2026: top-rated flat-bar bikes for commuters and beginner cyclists
The best hybrid bikes for a range of budgets, plus our in-depth buyer's guide
Best mountain bike pedals 2026: 38 of our favourite flat and clipless MTB pedals
Our pick of the best flat and clipless pedals
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
I’m a pro bike mechanic and these 5 common maintenance mistakes can wreck your bike
From contaminated rotors to dirty chains, these are the easiest things your should avoid doing when working on your bike in order to have a better time when out riding.
"I can go from leading a race to being dropped": if pollen allergies wreck your rides, here's how to fight back
Seasonal allergies affect 25% of riders, but there are ways to beat hay fever – and the competition
9 tips to survive cycling in the heat, from how much to drink to why you should take a hot bath
How to stay hydrated, fuelled and safe when cycling in the heat
10 solo cycling tips to elevate your riding
Want to stay motivated, focused, self-sufficient and in control when riding on your own? Here’s our ultimate guide to the art of solo cycling
5 ways to make your riding fun again, from ditching your bike computer to MTB orienteering
Has your cycling experience stagnated? Spice up your riding with these top tips
These are the best GPS bike computers tested by BikeRadar
The best GPS cycle computers for road and mountain bikes from Garmin, Wahoo, Hammerhead, Bryton and more
