Advice
How to create the perfect bikepacking bike for your ride
Choosing your ultimate bikepacking rig or upgrading your bike? Here’s what you should consider
25 of the best road helmets from entry-level to high-end
Top choices rated from MET, Specialized, Giro, Kask, Lazer and many more
Best handlebar tape 2024 | Top-rated bar tape and our buyer's guide
Spruce up your bar and give your hands a treat
What are mountain bike flip chips? The pros, cons and whether your next bike should have them
Flip chips make it easy to adjust your mountain bike's geometry – but are they all they're cracked up to be?
Best hybrid bikes 2024 | Top-rated hybrid bikes and our buyer's guide
The best hybrid bikes for a range of budgets
What's new?
What is an electric bike and how do they work?
Thinking about buying an ebike? We've got the electric bike basics covered
Mountain bike tyre pressure explained | Everything you need to know
Get the perfect tyre pressure for any trail
Best road bikes under £2,000 or $2,000 in 2024
Our pick of the top endurance and race bikes for less than two grand
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
Stop fasting, plan around your cycle and work on strength – how women can boost their fitness
Training advice often focuses on the needs of male bodies. Dr Georgie Bruinvels and British Cycling explain how female athletes can tailor their workouts
Buying Guides
Who still makes rim brake wheelsets – and why do they do it?
If you ride a rim brake bike, there are still plenty of modern wheelset options available
Best titanium road bikes 2024 | 11 frames that are good enough to ride forever
The best titanium road bikes, as reviewed by the BikeRadar team
A guide to mountain bike axle standards | Quick-release, thru-axles, Boost and more explained
Don't know the difference between Boost and QR? Our guide is here to help…
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
Strength training for cyclists: how to make your body bombproof
Ride faster without pain by doing these simple and cheap strengthening exercises
How many calories does cycling burn?
We suggest ways to calculate your cycling energy expenditure but explain why they're estimates at best
Cross-training for cyclists | 6 rewarding alternatives to cycling, from swimming to Crossfit
Cross-training provides an injection of fun and variety – and will make you a stronger cyclist without turning the pedals
Health
Why cycling in winter unlocks amazing health benefits, from weight loss to mental resilience
Research suggests exposure to cold can unlock a host of surprising results. But how should you prep for freezing conditions?
Cycling injuries | How to fix the 6 most common types of pain caused by cycling
Overcome pain and strain, stay comfortable and ride more
What impact does exercise have on your immune system? And how to stay well while cycling
How does cycling affect your immunity?
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
Carbohydrates and cycling: how to use carbs to ride faster and further
Carbohydrate intake, timing and type explained
10 of the best energy drinks for cyclists – and how to choose the right drink for your needs
How to fuel and hydrate at the same time, plus our buyer's guide
Sodium bicarbonate supplements are all the rage in pro cycling – but what happened when I underwent a bicarb trial?
I took part in an independent trial of the Maurten Bicarb System used by Team Jumbo-Visma
Sizing and Fit
How to adjust your saddle angle
Improve your seat comfort by adjusting the angle of your saddle
How to measure a bike frame: our complete guide to sizing a bike
Fundamental measurements so you can compare frames like-for-like
Road bike sizing: what size bike do I need?
Use our guide to ensure you choose the correct frame size
Skills and Technique
How to cycle in snow and ice
Cold conditions call for extra care – or specialist equipment
The complete guide to winter mountain biking: what to wear, how to prep your bike and where to ride
Our top tips on mountain bike kit, setup and riding for winter
How to teach a kid to ride a bike in 30 minutes
Skip the stabilisers and teach them to ride properly in as little as half an hour
Workshop
How to remove and install a bike wheel | Step-by-step guide to quick-release and thru-axle wheels
Everything you need to know to remove and install a bike wheel
How to use a torque wrench | Settings, maintenance and more explained
Learn how to use this essential bike maintenance tool correctly
How to adjust your mountain bike’s geometry | Flip chips, headset cups and essential measurements explained
Tweaking your geometry can make a world of difference. We explain how to adjust key measurements and angles