
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 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
MTB brand Pivot launches its first road bike with “a position riders can actually sustain”
Pivot says the new Pravia is WorldTour inspired, with three builds from 7kg claimed weight

This smart trainer rivals the best on the market and it now costs only £350
How much? Forget budget, as Fabric returns with a £300 saddle
Fabric's new ALM:Halo saddle updates a design from 2013
Ashley Quinlan | I’ve tested all the best road bike lights sets for less than £100 – here’s what you need to know before parting with your cash
Get the best bike lights set for you with my top tips
How Redshift Sports redesigned the humble saddle bag to make it more rider-friendly than ever
The innovative Quickdraw Saddle Bag is functional, fun and easy to use
Review | Knog’s Blinder Pro 700 & Plus Rear Light set offers one very good light and one that feels like an afterthought
The rear light will do a job, but only for so long
Zwift launches $30 subscription tier with AI coaching and augmented reality video routes – but is it worth it?
Team TotalEnergies trades Cube for Pardus as another Chinese brand joins pro cycling peloton
Pardus joins Team TotalEnergies for three seasons having officially launched in Europe earlier this year
Garmin Edge 1060 vs 1050: what’s the difference?
The key differentiators between Garmin’s new flagship Edge 1060 bike computer and its predecessor explained
Flashing vs steady bike lights: which is safest and what does the law say?
Are flashing lights unsafe? Can they affect those with epilepsy? And are they even legal?
Garmin Edge bike computers: a buyer’s guide to all the models
We explain the full range of current models, including the flagship Garmin Edge 1060

Editor's Highlights
Warren Rossiter | I’ve met cycling’s greatest designers – forget AI and wind tunnels, it’s people that make the best bikes
Why all of the biggest and best advancements in cycling have come from the visionary designers and engineers
Test OM-288 (preview only)
2027 Tour de France route revealed: beefed-up solo time-trial kilometres and more climbing dominate
71km of individual time-trial is the most seen in the race since 2012
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Latest Reviews
Review | The Bluegrass Venture Vest offers plenty of capacity and protection, but the zips could be better
Comfortable on-body protection with added utility (and warmth)
Review | Sigma Buster 800 & RL 150 is the lights set to buy if you want a brake light for under £100
For sheer light throw under £100, consider this Sigma set
Review | Giant's Recon HL 600 and TL 200 Combo is a near-perfect lights set with compact power and light-sensing smart modes
The Recon light package is well-rounded and hard to fault
Review | Cateye's AMPP 500S and Viz 150 set is worth buying for the strikingly powerful rear light, but the brackets aren't the best
Fiddly bracket setup aside, this is a great-value bike lights set
Review | The Moon Rigel Lite and Helix Lite is the best compact lights set I’ve tested this year – and it’s cheaper than most of its rivals
Moon's light set is compact, punchy, well accessorised and offers good value for money
Review | Ravemen's FR500 & CL01 Pro (LS07) light set is great for riders who want a clean cockpit, but the rear light lacks power
A likeable front and rear light set, but more standard designs may suit you better
Best Products
Best gravel bike shoes 2026: gravel-friendly footwear for adventure riding
11 top-rated gravel bike, cyclocross and mountain bike shoes
I’m a pro mechanic and here’s where to spend your money when buying bike tools
A well-stocked workshop should be on every rider’s wishlist, but quality tools are expensive. If you’re starting out on your cycling journey here is where to invest your cash
Rim width explained for road bikes, mountain bikes and gravel bikes
What is wheel rim width and why is it important?
How many lumens do you really need for a front light?
Knog and Exposure explain what bicycle light output will help you see your way on the road and the trail
Best mountain bike helmets – top-rated helmets for trail riding
The best helmets for cross-country and trail mountain biking
What are StVZO bike lights and do you need one?
German bike lights have to meet stringent regulations, but should riders elsewhere also consider StVZO-compliant illumination?
Advice
The clocks have changed – this is what you need to do to cycle safely in the dark
Our tips on how to stay safe when riding at night
9 tips for creating the perfect indoor training setup
Make your indoor cycling setup something to be proud of
Why you should stop wasting money on expensive high-carb energy drinks and do this instead
How you can make your own energy drinks using readily available ingredients and save money
Rollers, indoor bike, turbo or smart trainer? Which indoor cycling solution is best for you?
Everything you need to know about the different indoor cycling options
Cigarettes and cabbage soup: 5 bizarre diet crazes and 2 that work
Cabbage soup! Grapefruit! Cigarettes! Not all diets have had the legs to go the distance
"Silent revolution" strength training has swept through pro cycling – and cast aside the pencil-thin physiques of the past
Advancing science and more expertise on teams means riders can feel the benefits of extra muscle mass
