The comfiest Specialized saddle, Thule’s Rail bumbag, the newest light from Gloworm, and Nukeproof riding kit

What a start it’s been to 2021’s Tour de France. Not only has the opening week seen some of the event’s most dramatic crashes, but it’s also played host to compelling and arguably very worthy stage wins. Be sure to stay tuned to BikeRadar and the BikeRadar Podcast to read about and listen to our take on all the tech from this year’s event.

Let’s not forget about Lachlan Morton’s attempt to ride the entire Tour de France route – including transfer stages – unsupported, and beat the peloton to Paris. We’re rooting for Lachlan and hope to catch up with him on the BikeRadar Podcast soon to talk about his feat.

Although quite understandably, the Tour is the biggest thing going on in the cycling world at the moment (find out how to watch the 2021 Tour de France here), we’ve also had articles on a load of other happenings and some high-scoring reviews, to boot.

Do you fancy an all-road electric bike? The Cairn E-Adventure 1.0 could be the one for you thanks to its impressive handling and subtle assistance. Maybe ebikes aren’t your thing, if so the sub-£3k Cannondale SuperSix Evo Carbon 105 might be what you’re after.

We’ve also compiled a list of the best steel road bikes. So if the Cairn or Cannondale aren’t your cup of tea, maybe one of the bikes on that list will take your fancy.

In the mountain bike world, Chain Reaction Cycles’ house brand, Nukeproof, launched its brand-new Megawatt electric mountain bike, designed for enduro-style descents just like its human-powered Mega namesake.

I said goodbye to my Yeti SB165 long-term test bike after spending a year on the boutique, descent-crushing machine. I’m going to miss swinging a leg over it, given how capable it’s proven to be.

Sticking with the enduro theme, we’ve published our beginner’s guide to enduro racing. So if you’re tempted by the popular discipline, make sure you study up.

And, if you want to take it one step further, why not find out what the best enduro mountain bikes are? Maybe you’ll be topping the Enduro World Series podium in no time.

Until then, check out the latest and most interesting kit to cross our desks this week.

Specialized Bridge Comp saddle

Finding the perfect pew can seem like a life-long task for many mountain bikers, road cyclists or gravellers out there, me included.

That was until my backside became very intimate with Specialized’s Bridge saddle when I reviewed the Rockhopper Comp 29 2x, the Fuse 27.5, and most recently the magnificent S-Works Turbo Levo. All three of those bikes are fitted with versions of the Bridge.

It was love at first touch thanks to the Bridge’s soft but not excessive padding, a broad but flat profile and central pressure relief channel.

The Bridge Comp has hollow Cro-Mo rails and in the 143mm last model weighs 261g on my scales.

Needless to say, my peach has never been happier.

• £95 / $130

Nukeproof Blackline Women’s riding kit

The latest Blackline range is no exception and is available in both women’s- and men’s-specific fit and, for the eco and ethically conscious, the majority of Nukerpoof’s riding kit now uses Bluesign-certified fabric, to boot.

Nukeproof Blackline Women’s Short Sleeve Jersey

• £45

Nukeproof Blackline Women’s Shorts with liner

They also have laser-cut front-facing vents, and along with three pockets – all with zip closures – included with the shorts is a padded liner that uses dual-density foam.

• £70

Nuleproof Blackline Vapour Glove