Gravel

Best gravel bikes in 2026: top-rated carbon, aluminium, titanium and steel gravel bikes reviewed
From bikepacking to gravel racing, our expert testers bring together the very best gravel bikes

Your tech questions answered | Can I clean my drivetrain without worrying about squeaky discs?
How to clean your drivetrain without contaminating your rear rotor

Sigma's new radar-equipped smart light has emergency braking function for maximum safety
New radar light can detect up to 8 vehicles 140m away
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Schwalbe is “fully convinced” by 32in tyres – and not only for mountain bikes
Schwalbe will release 32in tyres next year following research conducted in its lab

The best road bike helmets 2026, from entry-level to high-end, as tested by BikeRadar
Top choices rated for every price point, plus our buyer's guide to help find the right helmet for you

Warren Rossiter | Everyone says bigger gravel tyres are better, but I’m not convinced – here’s why
Beware of thinking only bigger is better – we need great gravel tyres for all

New Cinelli Zydeco Washboard is a gravel bike you’ll want to ride everywhere
Entry-level bike is designed for commuting, gravel riding, bikepacking and more

New Schwalbe Pro One Allroad combines road-tyre speed with gravel toughness for “extreme conditions of Paris–Roubaix”
The tyre 'closes the gap' between road and gravel

You can now buy Ribble bikes with Skarper's ebike conversion kit
Plus five other brands have signed up to work with Skarper

Pinarello adds a drop handlebar to its XC hardtail to create ‘monster’ gravel bike
The Grevil MX combines aspects of Pinarello's Dogma XC and top-end road bikes

Shimano's new PD-EH510 Hybrid Pedal could be perfect for your pub bike
Hybrid Pedal blends SPD efficiency with flat-pedal versatility

This steel gravel bike tugged at my heartstrings – and it now has 50% off as British brand slashes prices in outlet sale
Temple Cycles launches outlet site for bikes and frames as it prepares to move to new high-street HQ

I tested two of the best 3D-printed saddles – here's why you should get one custom made
Posedla Joyseat 3.0 Pro vs Selle Italia SLR 3D head-to-head test

Review | The Prestaflator Pro inflator is the best upgrade I’ve made for my home workshop
If you own a compressor in your workshop, I recommend upgrading your inflator to this brilliant bargain

These are the six tech trends dominating gravel racing – from super-wide tyres to triathlon saddles
What's cooking on the US gravel scene?

The German direct-to-consumer brand you don't know about, but should
Hands-on with the Rinos Sandman 6 gravel bike

Tribute | Cannondale founder Joe Montgomery has died – he was one of cycling's greatest minds
Cannondale’s 55 years of innovation were sparked by the vision of one man

Has Cane Creek just solved the problems with internal routing?
Cane Creek's HCR stem and headset combination brings simpler maintenance, longevity and classic looks to modern integrated routing

Sold Secure bike lock ratings explained | Diamond, Gold, Silver and Bronze rated locks compared
What are the differences between each Sold Secure lock rating? And is it actually worth buying a higher-rated one?

Pro's first 3D-printed saddle helps you get 'more aero and more comfortable'
The new Stealth 3D's hexagonal cells are designed to absorb vibrations, reducing road buzz and rider fatigue

Review | Diamant 140 is a fun retro-modern commuter bike built to get rough, but it's too heavy
The 140 is a trail-ready gravel bike with 650b wheels and a suspension fork, that can also handle commuting duties

Warren Rossiter | Lightweight gravel race bikes are cyclocross bikes, so let's start calling them that again
Why has cyclocross become so uncool to brands that they’ve rebadged their pro-level 'cross bikes as gravel racers?

Confusion, crossover and China: our gravel tech predictions for 2026
Our expert tech team gaze into the crystal ball

This new winter jacket and baselayer may be my all-time favourite Santini kit
I’ve been a long-time fan of Santini’s winter offerings, and its latest jacket and baselayer might be the best yet