Features
Icons of Cycling | How Bianchi has maintained the winning habit for 125 years
An in-depth look at the history of one of the giants of bicycle racing
7 fascinating lessons about why we push our bodies to the limit, according to an endurance-obsessed anthropologist
Why do we choose to do agonising feats of endurance? Anthropologist Michael Crawley seeks answers in his new book
From fascist interference to stunning records, a brief history of the Maglia Rosa
The Giro d’Italia’s pink leader’s jersey is one of the most cherished prizes in professional cycling
Jack Luke | The one benefit of Strava that nobody is talking about (and why it could make you happier)
How a more mindful approach changed my relationship with Strava
5 enduring road cycling myths that just won't die
No – narrow tyres aren't faster
What's new?
Your new bike needs this tool – but it doesn't come cheap
Banish squeaking brakes and add a beyond-factory finish to your frames and forks with the Park Tool DT-5.2
So simple it’s brilliant: why Harry Tanfield’s homemade handlebar padding is my hack of Traka 2025
Is lateral thinking the answer to cheap (and effective) bike customisation?
I ditched my bike computer and embraced natural navigation – and it was one of my most rewarding rides in years
Could you navigate a long bike ride using natural clues from the sun, clouds, wind and trees alone?
The best road bike groupset you can buy is eight years old – and I'll tell you why
Why Shimano's 11-speed Ultegra R8000 is the smart choice
Lachlan Morton's Traka gravel bike sports exceptional puncture repair hacks
Bike of the Week
Cube Nuroad C:62 SLT costs £5,999 but has £4,000 SRAM Red XPLR AXS groupset
We take a closer look at Cube's newly refined Nuroad C:62
Trek's Procaliber eyes up fast XC racing with compliant yet efficient IsoBow softail frame
US brand's high-end hardtail says farewell to IsoSpeed
Antidote Woodsprite promises to get you airborne with its novel suspension layout
Polish brand's short-travel trail bike positions rear shock outside the front triangle
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.
The new Brompton C Line is glorious in purple – and it should make pedalling easier
The 50th anniversary C Line uses a novel drivetrain
This new carbon crankset brings aero and vibration-damping qualities to gravel drivetrains
Spanish brand launches trio of cranks made from carbon fibre used in aerospace industry
Jacked-up cockpits are fashionable, but are they functional?
Renthal's biggest-rise bar yet
Long Reads
I helped record air-pollution levels by riding my bike – the results were surprising
Rob Ainsley joins a pioneering project using cycling citizen scientists to find out how dangerous the air we're breathing is
Weathering the storm: how professional cycling is grappling with the climate crisis
From heatwaves to torrential rain, the climate crisis has a direct impact on professional cycling – we consider what the future holds
Exclusive interview | Five moments that shaped Sir Chris Hoy's career
Opinion
Warren Rossiter | The UCI should allow F1-style race bikes – we'd all be better off
Why brands should be left to build bikes to suit the professionals – and regular riders would benefit
Simon says: these are the essential features I want in a new 1x GRX Di2 groupset
Do leaked images of XTR Di2 suggest 12-speed 1x GRX Di2 is on the way?
Stan Portus | I’m a cycling journalist and I’m glad Jeremy Vine has stopped his cycling videos – it will help our cause
Hate-filled abuse will not improve road safety for cyclists, writes Stan Portus
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.
Taco van der Hoorn mixes Shimano Dura-Ace and GRX components for Paris-Roubaix
This Cube Litening Air C:68X is Paris-Roubaix’s most custom bike
Wout Van Aert snubs Cervélo S5 aero bike for Soloist at 2025 Paris-Roubaix
Lorena Wiebes' custom Paris-Roubaix Femmes Tarmac SL8 honours her European Championships win
We'll always make time for someone racing a white bike at Roubaix
Routes and Rides
20 of the best Strava tips to get the most out of your riding
Try a challenge, protect your privacy and use the app to its full potential
Cornwall is jaw-droppingly beautiful and ideal for your next cycling holiday
In this extract from her latest book, Gravel Rides South West England, Katherine Moore outlines an unforgettable ride around Land's End
Want to tick off your first coast-to-coast bike ride? Here's how I did it in eight hours
Simon Warren attempts a C2C from Morecambe to Scarborough in a single day – but did he catch his train at the end?
Tech Features
A Canyon x DT Swiss collab fork, a gravel tandem, pro bodges and... Paw Patrol – Traka 2025 tech gallery
Are bike helmets about to get safer? This test lab is on a mission to make that happen
HEAD Lab at Imperial College London is working to provide valuable information to consumers about bike helmets – and to improve safety standards
Don't waste your time and money – 12 pro bike hacks to avoid
Why these trends are best left to the professionals