
FKTs have become ultra-cycling's biggest trend – but what are they and why are they so popular?
What are FKTs, what are the rules and how do you go about nabbing one?

Best gravel suspension forks 2025 – plus our buyer's guide
The best gravel suspension forks will help you soak up bumps and take on rowdier trails

£700 KS Lev Circuit wireless dropper post, Scott MTB Volt EVO shoes, Timber bell and PNW Loam grips
Plus this week's highlights from BikeRadar
Thermoplastic Focus Jam2 eMTB paves the way for recyclable and sustainable carbon fibre manufacturing
Limited edition Jam2 eMTB uses a unique EU-made frame, Bosch’s Gen 5 drive unit and a host of performance parts to justify its €8,999 price tag

A brief history of Winspace, plus new product highlights for 2025
Winspace’s performance bikes and wheels are designed to rival the best at lower prices

Pro launches its first 3D-printed saddle
Pro claims its Stealth 3D-printed saddle helps you get more aero as well as more comfortable

Gear of the Year | Grip, control and comfort: these are the best tyres I’ve ever ridden
Schwalbe's Radial tyres make a genuine difference on the trail, if grip is what you're looking for

Challenger bike computer brand enters the WorldTour in partnership with Groupama-FDJ
iGPSPORT will supply French team with tech for the 2026 season

Gear of the Year | Bike lights are annoying – except this one
Why the Knog Blinder is the light of our managing editor’s life

Gear of the Year | This rear hub is the trail-smoothing wonder I never knew I needed | Rob Weaver’s Gear of the Year 2025
e*thirteen’s approach to taming drivetrain feedback makes a big difference to suspension performance

20 wins from only 50 race days: Tadej Pogačar’s incredible 2025 season in numbers
Pogačar had a short but breathtaking 2025 season, surpassing 100 pro victories and igniting debate over whether he is the greatest of all time

I'm a 33-year-old with the VO2 max of a top pro cyclist. Could I have made the WorldTour?
There's far more to a pro contract than a high VO2 max

Gear of the Year | Suspension forks don't get any better than this
The Fox Podium fork’s upside-down format and stringent design process culminate in ultimate performance

Gear of the Year | Zipp’s 303 SW wheelset made every ride better
Brilliant new wheels with integrated tyre pressure sensors

Editor's Highlights

UK bike light laws 2025: what you need to know
Flashing or steady lights? How bright is too bright? We explain everything you need to know about bicycle light laws in the UK

Virginia Tech has a new safest helmet: these are now the safest lids according to its independent testing
Virginia Tech has rated 284 cycling helmets for safety, with the top spot taken by the Canyon Deflectr

UCI confirms equal number of women's and men's starts in cycling at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Gender parity continues from the 2024 Games
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Latest Reviews

Review | Vittoria’s Rubino V Tubeless tyre is the best Rubino I’ve tried, but it struggles in the wet
A confidence-inspiring tubeless road tyre – when the tarmac is dry

Review | SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission is equally at home on my enduro bike and my race bike
Unsurpassed shifting performance, but at a high price

Review | Madison's DTE 4 Season Bib Trousers are so good I want (no, need) another pair
The ultimate winter trousers, but don't be fooled into thinking they're a summer option, too.

Review | The Michelin Pro5 Competition Line proves you don’t need to spend big for speed
Mid-range price, but near top-end rolling resistance

Review | Outlier Pendulum flat pedals offer unrivalled grip, but one flaw might put you off
One-sided self-righting pedal, designed with performance in mind

Review | Zipp 303 SW is a high-performance, versatile wheelset that adds usable data-driven tech
The new 303 SW is a truly excellent do-it-all wheelset
Best Products

Updated | The best electric bike pumps 2025 reviewed and rated
We’ve expanded our test of the latest electric pumps to find the best options for all riders

How to get your gravel bike ready for winter
Essential setup tweaks to take the sting out of winter gravel riding

What are rearview radar bike lights and should you use one?
A rearview radar can up your situational awareness, but it’s not a substitute for keeping alert as you ride

The best winter cycling shoes for road riding and mountain biking
Banish cold toes with our pick of tested winter cycling shoes for road cyclists and mountain bikers

Best gravel bikes in 2025: top-rated carbon, aluminium, titanium and steel gravel bikes reviewed
From bikepacking to gravel racing, our expert testers bring together the very best gravel bikes

650b vs 700c for gravel riding: which is best for you?
We weigh up the pros and cons of 650b and 700c gravel wheels to help you choose the best for you
Advice

The 3 red flags for low testosterone – and why they are all that matter
Studies have finally revealed the top three symptoms of low testosterone, which all men should be on guard for

How to clean your bike in 7 simple steps
Wash your bike after riding to remove grime and keep it running smoothly

Blood-flow restriction sounds like torture, but it could boost your cycling performance – here's why
Plus two other cutting-edge products the pros are using

What are mini-hook rims and do we really need them?
Experts from across the wheel-building industry share their thoughts on this growing trend

How to pressure wash a bike safely
How to jet wash your road or mountain bike and what to avoid

Don't let winter ruin your mountain biking – read our guide for what to wear, how to prep and where to ride
Our top tips on mountain bike kit, setup and riding for winter