Tech Features
I tested Fox’s latest 38 fork against the new RockShox ZEB Ultimate – the winner performs better for less money
Which of these two big-hitting forks for 2027 smooths out the trail and handles impacts best?
6 new bikes we expect to see at the Tour de France
New lightweight and aero bikes, as well as a new bike for Pogačar for the team and individual time trials

7 times the UCI banned cycling tech, from bulbous wheels to massive pedals
A nostalgic look back at tech that vanished thanks to the Clarification Guide of the UCI Technical Regulation

12 road bike upgrades you don’t need (and why)
These are some of the costly upgrades you can probably go without

13 cheap AliExpress bike parts that are surprisingly good (and two that definitely aren't)
Simon's best and worst AliExpress cycling purchases
What's new?

Lightweight parts, prototype bikes, wider bars and more | 5 tech trends from the 2026 Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
BikeRadar's Ashley Quinlan scopes out the key tech trends from the Tour de France dress rehearsal

How eMTBs changed mountain biking forever – 10 years of ebike evolution
How today's faster, smarter and more complex eMTBs compare to the class of 2016

7 new gravel bikes you can expect to see at Unbound Gravel 2026
The new releases and prototypes taking to the Flint Hills of Kansas

Four influential MTB suspension designs named after the pioneers who created them
These iconic rear-suspension systems span the history of mountain biking and played a part in the sport’s development

Shimano vs Renthal vs Wolf Tooth: I tested three pedals that will cover all your mountain biking needs
We've pitted three SPD-compatible pedals against each other to help you make the best choice for your riding
Versus

Garmin Edge 850 vs Wahoo Elemnt Roam 3: my head-to-head test shows you don't need the most expensive bike tech
Neither mid-level bike computer is flawless, but both deliver a premium experience

I tested two British gravel bikes costing £3,000 and £6,000 – the winner proves practical bikes are where you should spend your money
Pearson's On&On Race goes up against Ribble's Ultra-Grit

I tested Nukeproof and Trek's aluminium trail bikes – and the winner is more engaging, capable and confidence-inspiring
How does the Nukeproof Reactor Alloy 290 compare to Trek's Fuel Ex 8 Gen 7?
