Gravel

Gravel

Gravel race with Rouvy banner

13 best gravel races in the UK: these are the off-road events you need to know about

BikeRadar rounds up the top gravel events happening in the UK this year
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Pack shot of the Sonder El Camino Apex 1 electric gravel bike

Alpkit enters administration having “faced incredible challenges over the last three years”

The popular outdoor company and producer of Sonder bikes says it is already in talks with a new owner and investment partner
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Adidas Heritage Road Cycling Shoes Black

Adidas has sneakily released new cycling shoes – and they're already on sale with up to 45% off

German brand expands range with Heritage and Tempo 3-Stripes Boa Cycling Shoes
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4iiii power meter with Rouvy banner

How to train with power: the 7 key metrics you need to know

Using a power meter opens up a wealth of training opportunities. Here's how to make the most of them
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Man on 3T road bike with Rouvy themed week banner

How to spice up your riding in 2026, from A to Z

We reveal our ultimate A-Z of fun, quirky and challenging rides for you to tick off this year, so you can make 2026 your most memorable year yet
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Blackburn Dayblazer 125 rear light for road bikes

Are flashing bike lights illegal?

We break down the rules and regulations and share our best lighting practices 
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SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission

Why are my gears shifting when I pedal backwards?

We explain the likely causes of this common issue
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Best headphones for cycling

Best headphones for cycling in 2026 – plus our buyer's guide to cycling headphones

We've expanded our in-depth test of the best bone-conduction headphones and open-ear buds for cycling – find the right pair for you
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Drop bars shouldn't be banned at the Leadville Trail 100 because of safety – they should be banned to protect the race's legacy

Leadville’s decision to ban drop bars for safety reasons is spurious – if it had been to maintain the race as a classic mountain bike marathon, I’d be fine with that
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No. 22 Non-Integrated Titanium Stem

This titanium stem is beautiful – but the matching computer mount is $199

No. 22's Non-Integrated Titanium Stem returns with more lengths and finish options
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Oakley Meta Vanguard AI glasses

Which Oakley sunglasses are right for you? Oakley cycling glasses reviewed and rated

We’ve road-tested Oakley’s cycling sunglasses collection to compare their features and performance
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Aerobag airbag for cyclists – pouch on back

8 highlights from Velofollies 2026, including Van Rysel's FTP2 concept bike and airbags for cyclists

Watch Jack Luke’s tech round-up from the Velofollies trade show
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Trek Checkpoint ALR

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
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Liv Avail Advanced Pro 0 road bike for female riders

Can I clean my drivetrain without worrying about squeaky discs?

How to clean your drivetrain without contaminating your rear rotor
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Sigma Reco 81 Link

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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Unpaved Cycles gravel bike with 32in wheels and 32in Schwalbe tyres.

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
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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
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Gravel tyres open

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
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Cinelli Zydeco Washboard Sport gravel bike.

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
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Schwalbe Pro One Allroad tyre.

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
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You can now buy Ribble bikes with Skarper's ebike conversion kit

Plus five other brands have signed up to work with Skarper
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Pinarello Grevil MX.

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
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Shimano PD-EH510 pedal on bike

Shimano's new PD-EH510 Hybrid Pedal could be perfect for your pub bike

Hybrid Pedal blends SPD efficiency with flat-pedal versatility
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Temple Adventure Disc 2

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
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