
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

8 Paris-Roubaix bikes that were ahead of their time
Key bikes that chart the evolution of tech for the cobbles

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

Review | Madison's Roam Isoler thermal trail jacket proves you don’t need to spend a fortune on winter layers
Considering the cost, the Roam jacket is a top performer

Warren Rossiter | Chinese groupsets could take over pro cycling sooner than you think – here's why
Is it really so far-fetched that a company such as Wheeltop or TRP could win at WorldTour level?

How to keep improving your FTP all winter with consistent indoor training
Give your functional threshold power a boost with Rouvy

Review | Specialized Sirrus X 2.0 is affordable, rugged and fun, but there's another model I'd buy
An urban commuter that can handle some rough stuff, too

You can now tap into Tadej Pogačar’s dream state with this special-edition Met Trenta 3K Carbon helmet
The helmet is said to reflect the place where "effort fades yet speed increases”

Torq’s new energy gels and drinks can up your carb intake without upsetting your stomach
New 1:1 Proto formula designed to deliver more carbs with less risk of gut distress

Shimano 11-speed crankset failures: the timeline as recall draws to a conclusion
The full history of Shimano’s recall of 2.8 million Dura-Ace and Ultegra cranksets

MAHLE’s new M40 motor system is here and has a suite of new features that amplify every ride
The MAHLE M40 is the German manufacturer’s first foray into the full-power mid-motor eMTB market and its intelligent assistance technologies make it a strong contender

Your tech questions answered | Is it safe to use clipless pedals after a knee operation?
We help a cyclist seeking to regain confidence and strength after a knee-replacement operation

Editor's Highlights

Tadej Pogačar's Milan–San Remo jersey is up for auction, but be prepared to spend a lot of cash
Pog’s battered skinsuit attracts big bids at auction
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How Sir Chris Hoy's devastating prostate cancer diagnosis sparked a conversation about national screening
The campaign for better prostate cancer awareness has provoked important questions about the lack of testing and screening. Why are men dying unnecessarily?
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Performance benefits for enduro and downhill riders with deep pockets

Review | Cube's Editor One FE is stylishly simple, yet fully equipped for urban riding – but not hills
The Editor is the ideal city bike, providing the geography suits

Review | Orbea Terra M21e Team is among the most versatile gravel bikes I've tested, but it needs one upgrade
The latest Terra is lighter, more aero and ready for adventures or racing

Review | 3T's Racemax2 Italia impresses – but only in the right conditions
The Racemax2 Italia is a conundrum

Review | 7mesh Guardian Apex jacket has plenty of waterproof tech, but there's a reason I can't recommend it
Environmentally-friendly ePE Gore-Tex and a lofty price tag position the Guardian Apex as a premium jacket

Review | Argon 18's well-priced Dark Matter is one of 2026's best gravel bikes
The new Dark Matter promises race-ready speed and capability for rugged adventures
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Best gravel bikes in 2026: 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

13 of the best road bike tyres: our favourite tubeless and clincher tyres
The best tyres for racing, training and more…

Best free indoor cycling apps: 6 free alternatives to Zwift
Want to get training without paying? Here’s our guide to the best free indoor training apps to support your riding

The best road bike helmets 2026, from entry-level to high-end, as tested by BikeRadar
Top choices rated for every price point, plus our buyer's guide to help find the right helmet for you

The best cycling shoes for every budget | Under £100, £150, £200, £300 and £400
Looking for new road cycling shoes? We've pedalled thousands of kilometres to help you pick the best pair for you
Advice

10 ways to make bike components last longer, from easy maintenance to storage advice
Our handy money-saving hacks to prolong the lifespan of your bike

Cyclists who use energy gels risk severe tooth decay – here's what a dental professor says you should do
An expert's advice on how to minimise the damage sports drinks and energy gels do to your teeth

Your complete Strava guide: how to get the best out of cycling's most popular fitness-tracking app
How to use Strava to up your riding game

Intense training has been linked to infertility – should we be worried as committed cyclists?
Here's how endurance enthusiasts can protect their procreative powers

Switch from base to build phase, check your progress and hone your fuelling – a cycling nutritionist and coach explain how to nail your 2026 goals
Plus key early-season workouts for road, gravel and mountain bike riders

Spring is finally here, but is your mountain bike ready? These are the 10 steps you need to follow
Essential tune-up advice for mountain bikers