Features
Unreleased Öhlins shock spotted on prototype Specialized Demo DH bike with hidden drivetrain and Brembo brakes
Jordan Williams' pre-production Demo is the fastest bike at Not A Race
How big is your cluster? Why you need to try this addictive cycling craze
Tile hunting, or tile bagging, could become your new obsession, but what is it and how do you get started?
This titanium handlebar is close to carbon weight but with aluminium assurance
Berm Cycle's Roam Riser handlebar and RAD2 stem are unconventional to say the least
Knog’s Modemaker app solves over-complicated bike light modes and it’s straight out of The Matrix
Light brands take note, this is how light customisation should be
The 5 best new titanium gravel bikes of 2026 so far
Our pick of the new off-road bikes made from this classic material
What's new?
Why England's smallest (and happiest) county is a hidden gem for cyclists
Rutland hides a treasure trove of striking landscapes and quiet roads. Mark Bailey embarks on a 100km loop
4 bikes you can buy with this mind-blowing automatic-shifting tech
We look at the bikes that feature Shimano's Q'Auto system
How do I fit Shimano SPD cleats properly?
This is how to fit your cleats, step by step
This is why your knees hurt when cycling – and here's how to fix them
How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists
Aero bikes are for the pros – you’re better off with a bike that fits you
When it comes to your overall aero performance, the bike is a small part of the equation
First Look Friday
Every cyclist, whether you're a road rider or mountain biker, loves new gear and First Look Friday is our weekly round-up of the most interesting, innovative and exciting products to land in the BikeRadar office.
From the latest gadgets to drool-inducing superbikes, via cutting-edge clothing and everyday accessories, there's something for everyone.
Check back every Friday for the latest instalment or take a look through the archive below.
Adidas Anemos Light glasses promise clear vision, good looks and an attractive price
Could the Anemos Light glasses be a budget-friendly alternative to Oakleys?
I can't believe how comfortable the new Assos jersey and bib shorts are – and the price isn't bad either
Assos Mille GT kit comes with a reasonable price tag and considered design
This new enduro wheelset promises carbon performance on a budget
Hunt’s Proven Carbon Enduro H_Core V3 wheels are designed to offer toughness and light weight for gravity-oriented riders
Long Reads
Made in China: why the country's cycling revolution should have Western brands worried
Chinese brands are on an upwards trajectory in quality, innovation and exposure. Warren Rossiter speaks to a few experts and predicts what will come to next
"Everyone goes there": how a UK wind tunnel became a world leader for cycling innovation
Charlie Allenby investigates how the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub has become the sport’s gold standard
Made in Britain: 3 performance bike brands still manufacturing in the UK
There are still a smattering of companies making high-performance bikes and components in the UK. Charlie Allenby spoke to three of them
Opinion
Jack Luke | ‘You’ll be heading to the doctor riding that death trap!’ – this viral sketch reveals an uncomfortable truth about bike shops
Dear bike shops: stop treating customers like trash
Center Lock vs 6-bolt – which BikeRadar editor wins the standards debate that won't die?
Tempers flare at the BikeRadar office as Jack Luke and Tom Marvin go head-to-head over which disc-rotor standard reigns supreme
Warren Rossiter | Carbon fibre is cycling’s wonder material, but titanium is having a renaissance – here's why
Warren ponders why this once-forgotten frame material is enjoying a resurgence in popularity
Bike Gallery
In BikeRadar's bike gallery features, we bring you a detailed look at the bikes, wheelsets, components and tech used by cyclists from all walks of life – from WorldTour tech to niche hill climb bikes, we've covered it all.
Gravel groupsets and pressure sensors: the 6 hottest bikes from Omloop het Nieuwsblad
1x and 2x groupsets, tyre choices, air-pressure sensors and fit-specific picks showcased at the opening Spring Classics of 2026
5 Omloop het Nieuwsblad tyre takeaways, from increased widths to glued-on rubber
We track the tyre choices and setups of the pros at the first Classic of the season
Is this the best custom-painted bike in the pro peloton? Alison Jackson’s maple leaf Cannondale SuperSix EVO Lab71
Jackson's SuperSix EVO turned plenty of heads at Omloop het Nieuwsblad
BikeRadar Tech Q&A
Do you have a cycling question you want answered? Every month, we’ll select the most interesting questions and bring you an expert-level response from our unparalleled access to the greatest minds in cycling, both on the BikeRadar staff and across the industry. Send your questions to podcast@bikeradar.com
Your tech questions answered | How much should a home mechanic spend on hex keys?
Are premium-priced hex keys worthwhile, or will a budget set suffice?
Your tech questions answered | Help, there’s air leaking from my tubeless tyres. What should I do?
We show you how to keep air in your tubeless tyre setup
Your tech questions answered | What's the best way to convert a bike to singlespeed? The 4 main options compared
Chain tensioner vs eccentric bottom bracket vs magic gears vs dedicated single speed bike – what's the best option for you?
Racing
Everything you need to know about the 2027 Tour de France Great Britain Grand Départ
Routes, reaction and more for the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes Grands Départs from the UK
Slower bikes and safer courses: Tour Down Under peloton weighs in on how to make pro cycling safer
How current and former pros would change the sport
“We’ve had to completely change all the setups”: Women’s Tour Down Under reacts to controversial UCI handlebar rules
We get the women's peloton's verdict on UCI rule changes at the Tour Down Under
Routes and Rides
How do you get the motivation to ride a punishing ultra race? This veteran cyclist knows, so he started his own series
We speak to Race Across Series creator Arnaud Manzanini about the transcendental joys of an ultra
I’ve ridden every climb worth talking about in Scotland and these are the 5 best
Simon Warren shares his favourite ascents in Scotland
The UK's best sportives: these events will make 2026 a year to remember
We share our top picks for UK sportives in 2026
Tech Features
These are the 5 worst proprietary road bike standards of all time
Nick Clark recalls times when bike brands got it wrong and made life unnecessarily difficult
5 biggest road bike launches of 2026 so far – and what we might see in the coming months
The top new road bikes this year and what could be to come
Cannondale's 6 most iconic alloy road bikes of all time
The alloy bikes that have defined Cannondale’s 55-year history
