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What are FKTs, what are the rules and how do you go about nabbing one?

Best gravel suspension forks 2026 – 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

This smart trainer rivals the best on the market and it now costs only £350

Trek’s 3D-printed Aeolus RSL AirLoom saddles promise "next dimension comfort"
Additive manufacturing has a longer history than you might expect, but the boom in 3D-printed saddles is where cycling has truly embraced the tech

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

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

SRAM launches Jonas Vingegaard’s 150mm cranks plus extra kit to customise your bike
SRAM has also revealed new TT brake levers, hardware and an AXS battery charger with a USB-C cable port

Fox's new Mud Guard solves the one main issue with its near-perfect Podium fork
New Podium Mud Guard is designed to stop dirt getting in your eyes

Q&A | This is why your e-bike's battery dies when it's cold
Plus what you can do to keep it going further for longer

Meet the 13-year-old on her way to becoming a star of MTB trials riding – and our Newcomer of the Year
Why Daisy Craig was crowned MBUK and BikeRadar's Newcomer of the Year for 2025

Canyon's Spectral:ON and Torque:ON go back on sale with new battery after safety recall
Canyon says safety concerns addressed by new Darfon IP7 waterproof battery for its aggressively priced eMTBs

Cyclists to face three new crossings at Regent’s Park in bid to improve safety
The crossings are part of measures to reduce collisions between pedestrians and other road users

Editor's Highlights

Stan Portus | My New Year’s resolution? To ride more
Sometimes a simple goal can lead to the biggest satisfaction

These are the six tech trends dominating gravel racing – from super-wide tyres to triathlon saddles
What's cooking on the US gravel scene?

Scott, Ridley and Orbea are back, but still no Factor – 2026 men's WorldTour bikes and trends analysed
All the bikes and components used by the 18 men’s WorldTour teams in 2026 and what’s changed this year
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The third-generation Ibex combines an elongated length with low volume and light weight

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If you own a compressor in your workshop, I recommend upgrading your inflator to this brilliant bargain

Review | Canyon's Sender CFR Team is a brilliant purebred race bike at an impressive price
Sender by name, sender by nature

Review | Ekoi’s PW8 is the best clipless pedal system I’ve tried, but there’s a catch
With only one very expensive shoe option, I won’t be switching yet

Long-term review | Orbea's Wild rides exceptionally, but I couldn't own it for one reason
Departing senior technical editor Alex reaches the end of the line with the M-Team

Review | Diamant 140 is a fun retro-modern commuter bike built to get rough, but it's too heavy
The 140 is a trail-ready gravel bike with 650b wheels and a suspension fork, that can also handle commuting duties
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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

Gravel groupsets explained: everything you need to know about Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and Microshift gravel groupsets
Single or double chainring, gear range and other key considerations when choosing the best gravel bike groupset for your riding style
Advice

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

Escape a fitness rut and get 2026 off to a flyer with these six essential strategies
Recharge your dwindling willpower or overcome a stale fitness plateau with these motivational tricks from sports psychologist Dr Jamie Barker

Forget 10,000 steps a day, it’s a 1960s marketing gimmick – here's what you need to do to enjoy a longer life
Fewer steps, faster walking and more resistance training are all key to longevity