Advice

I'm a pro bike mechanic and this hack will save you bleeding your brakes

Former World Cup mechanic Will Soffe explains why you might not need to bleed your brakes

Wahoo Elemnt Bolt V3 vs Elemnt Roam V3: Wahoo cycling computers compared

All the features of the Wahoo Elemnt Roam V3 and Elemnt Bolt V3 head-to-head

Best gravel bike shoes 2025: gravel-friendly footwear for adventure riding

13 top-rated gravel bike, cyclocross and mountain bike shoes

Best mountain bike shorts: 10 top-rated baggy MTB shorts for men

Our pick of the best mountain bike shorts in 2025

What's new?

Best cycling shorts for men 2025: 18 pairs of bib shorts tried and tested

We've tested the leading bib shorts to keep you pedalling in style and comfort this summer

Best downcountry mountain bikes of 2025: top-rated downcountry MTBs and our buyer's guide

The top downcountry mountain bikes, tested and rated by our expert reviewers

Best women’s cycling jerseys and buyer's guide

Our choice of the best women's jerseys for cycling

15 common bike maintenance mistakes – and how to avoid them

We've all been there… Steer clear of these avoidable errors and avoid any unnecessary trips to the bike shop

Get ready for summer with a pair of 2025's best cycling sunglasses

Top-rated cycling glasses to protect your eyes out on the road or trail

Buying Guides

Best mountain bike shoes 2025: 25 flat and clipless MTB shoes tried and tested

Our top-rated flat and clipless shoes for mountain bikers

Which Oakley sunglasses are right for you? Oakley cycling glasses rated and reviewed

We’ve road-tested Oakley’s cycling sunglasses collection to compare their features and performance

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

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

Move over Strava – here are 4 free alternatives to the popular fitness app

Strava has plenty of attractive features, but these free alternatives offer much of the same functionality and can save you some cash

Revealed: the real reasons why cyclists shave their legs

From crashes to massages, the surprising reasons why cyclists shave their legs – and it’s not just about speed

27 reasons why you need to take up cycling | How bike riding can boost your brain power, fitness and more

Essential reasons to take up cycling

Health

Your ideal body weight for cycling might not be as light as you think – sports nutritionists explain why

Expert tips on aligning your weight, nutrition and training with your riding goals

A 2023 study identified women’s cycling injuries and health concerns... Here's how you can overcome them

Study finds women-specific injuries and concerns for female cyclists, including hip pain and Low Energy Availability

Is cycling bad for your sexual health?

How to identify, avoid and treat common issues associated with sexual health and cycling

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

"It's why racing is so fast now" | Forget aerodynamics and new tech, rising carb limits are behind the lightning-fast speeds of WorldTour racing

Recipe: these tahini banana bread muffins are the perfect indulgent mid-workout snack for plant-based athletes

This Michelin-starred chef's muffin recipe is a satisfyingly semi-savoury vegan sweet treat

Save money by making your own energy drinks – this is how you do it

Save cash with homemade sports hydration

Sizing and Fit

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

The ultimate guide to bike sizes: road, MTB, gravel and hybrid sizing explained

BikeRadar's beginner's guide to finding the right size bike

Women's bike size guide: find the right mountain bike, hybrid, gravel or road frame with our women’s bike size charts

How to find the right size bike

Skills and Technique

7 rookie cycling errors guaranteed to ruin your ride to work

Commuting by bike can make you happier, healthier and save you money – just don't make these mistakes

"Fixed gear bikes are stupid and pointless, and I freaking love them" – 5 surprising reasons you need a fixie in your life

Better pedalling isn't one of them

10 essential tips for taking your first Strava KOM/QOM

How to become a King or Queen of the Mountains

Workshop

How to install and set up SRAM's T-Type Eagle Transmission derailleur – instructions for mechanical or electronic groupsets

Master the setup and installation process for T-Type's new hangerless design