Advice
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
"I found it hard to accept I was no longer a rider" – what Nathan Van Hooydonck did next after the cardiac arrest that nearly killed him
The 27-year-old was one of the world’s fittest pro cyclists when a heart attack took it all away in an instant. We find out how he’s coping with his new way of life
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
Winter training for cyclists: how to make this your best winter yet
Five tips to get the most out of your training
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
What's new?
11 tips to stay motivated through winter
How to drag yourself out of bed and keep riding through winter
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
Hate indoor training? These 9 mudguard fitting secrets will help you beat winter
Pro tips from a mudguard obsessive – no more wobbling, wet feet or damaged paintwork
Here's how to make wearable tech work for you – and not the other way around
Heart rate variability, blood glucose levels, sweat rate… the list of metrics you can measure in cycling is exhaustive and exhausting. It begs the question: when it comes to technology, can you have too much of a good thing?
This vascular condition has become cycling’s occupational hazard
A long list of pro riders have been affected by this debilitating vascular condition that drains power
Buying Guides
The Cycle to Work scheme has saved 1.6 million people up to 47% on a new bike – here's how to join them
Despite speculation of a return to £1,000 cap, the scheme stays unchanged in the 2025 budget – here’s how you can make the most of it
Best steel road bikes 2025: 7 timeless bikes that will never go out of fashion
The best steel road bikes, as rated by the BikeRadar test team, plus our buyer's guide
Best free indoor cycling apps: 7 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
Fitness and Training
BIkeRadar's fitness and training section is packed full of expert advice for those looking to improve their road cycling or mountain biking
This broccoli shot promises to lower blood lactate – and send your endurance sky-high
A Nomio shot contains isothiocyanates, which prime the body to handle physical stress
This wearable tech is so effective that Tadej Pogacar's team pays out of its own pocket to use it
Could Core's heat sensor boost your ability to ride in hot weather?
6 tips to get the most out of your smart trainer
Our top hints and tricks to make life with your smart trainer easier
Health
Heart problems can strike any cyclist – here's how to navigate an alarming diagnosis
Nick Christian examines the mental scars of riding with a worrying heart condition
These are the 7 training mistakes I see most often, says world-renowned cycling coach
From inconsistent training to working too hard, too fast, Joe Friel has seen it all in his 45 years of coaching
Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks – here's why that shouldn't put you off riding
Heart scarring and irregular rhythms are much more likely in older people when they are engaged with intense cycling, a new study has shown
Nutrition
Expert advice on nutrition for cycling including what you should eat when riding a bike, advice on supplements and dietary requirements plus healthy recipe ideas
How to lose weight through cycling: 13 tips to help you shed the pounds
The best ways to get fitter and lighter on the bike
This rider’s simple homemade energy gel recipe saves him $300 a month and can be made anywhere
DIY gels cut weekly fuelling costs from $80 to $5 – and any rider can make them at home, or on the road
Black Bean Burgers
Hearty meat-free burgers rich in protein, fibre and iron
Sizing and Fit
Bike sizes for kids | How to find the right size bike for your child
Make sure your child feels comfortable and confident on their bike
Gravel bike geometry and sizing: everything you need to know
Demystifying the numbers behind your frame design, and how to choose the best gravel bike and size for you
Expert explains why you can't find a comfortable saddle – and what to do about it
Bike fitter James Thomas explains the causes of saddle discomfort and what you can do about them
Skills and Technique
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
Rollers, static bike, turbo or smart trainer? Which indoor cycling solution is best for you?
Everything you need to know about the different indoor cycling options
Top 5 ways to go faster for free
Take these easy routes to getting quicker on your bike
Workshop
Gravel bike tyre pressure explained | Recommended pressures and key points to consider
How to find the correct tyre pressure for your gravel bike
Will Soffe | I'm a professional bike mechanic and these are the disc brake features you should avoid
Which hydraulic disc brakes are the best and worst to bleed and adjust, and what to look out for
Will Soffe | This humble tool is the most important in your workshop – find out why
Hex keys are the most frequently required tool for working on your bike. Here's everything you need to know and why it’s essential to have a set in your toolbox