Features
Stan Portus | Komoot unveils ChatGPT-powered app for route discovery – but I'm not sure we need it
The app is said to remove “friction” from route planning, but Stan wants to add that friction back in
Reece Wilson’s Gamux Sego is the wildest bike on the World Cup circuit
Scottish rider's bike has a Pinion gearbox, Gates belt drive and backwards stem
First Look | This is the gravel race bike I'll buy if I win the lottery
Festka’s £13,900 custom Spectre Gravel features radical wheels, and a frame enhanced for traction and comfort
Why do all road bikes look the same?
Since the 1990s, road bike design has homogenised. Paul Norman explains why this happened, and how it might end
Warren Rossiter | I’ve tested gravel bikes since their inception – and the 32in-wheel debate makes me think they have a size problem
After 650b, 700c, 29er and 750d, are 32in wheels the future for gravel?
What's new?
Are handguards on mountain bikes a good idea?
While some may think they're uncool, there are merits to handguards
Shimano's weirdest products of all time, from golf clubs to air-powered derailleurs
Top of the flops from the world’s largest cycle component maker
Shimano's flagship gravel shoe has got me excited thanks to one standout component
Is Shimano finally taking gravel racing seriously?
These 5 MTB products refuse to die – here's why
Modern mountain bikes are full of amazing technological advancements, so why are we still using this old tech?
How do you get the motivation to ride a punishing ultra race? This veteran cyclist knows, so he started his own series
We speak to Race Across Series creator Arnaud Manzanini about the transcendental joys of an ultra
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.
Bryton’s latest full-colour touchscreen GPS offers Garmin-rivalling features for less than half the price
The Rider 650 comes with a packed set of features to rival Garmin’s Edge 550
Ortlieb has solved one of life’s smallest trials with this new pannier bag – and I love it
Few riders truly need a pannier bag that also works as a rucksack, but there's nothing wrong with that
Former Wiggle bosses release new budget dropper posts – and I like what I see
Ascend Components' bargain dropper posts could be all you need
Long Reads
Made in Britain: 3 performance bike brands still manufacturing in the UK
There are still a smattering of companies making high-performance bikes and components in the UK. Charlie Allenby spoke to three of them
Meet the 13-year-old on her way to becoming a star of MTB trials riding – and our Newcomer of the Year
Why Daisy Craig was crowned MBUK and BikeRadar's Newcomer of the Year for 2025
Exclusive interview | How Louise Ferguson became the first woman to conquer Red Bull Hardline – and what the MTB trailblazer is planning for 2026
We catch-up with Louise Ferguson, BikeRadar and MBUK's MTB Rider of the Year for 2025, to reflect on a remarkable 12 months
Opinion
Jack Luke | Re-testing Rapha’s weirdest jacket taught me an important lesson about winter cycling kit – again
Why a solid foundation of winter kit basics will always beat specialist, niche options
Warren Rossiter | New Shimano Dura-Ace is coming, but I want an affordable groupset instead
Rumours are already circulating around the next-generation Dura-Ace, but that's not what Warren wants to see from Shimano
Tom Marvin | eMTBs have often felt heavy and dull, but this new bike changed my mind
Why Tom found it so hard to give the Pivot Shuttle LT back
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.
Jackson Goldstone has ditched one of downhill's hottest tech trends for Red Bull Hardline Tasmania
Tuned mass damper is missing from World Series winner's Santa Cruz V10
Troy Brosnan teases new Canyon Sender at Red Bull Hardline – and that's not the only unreleased thing about it
Australian's cutting-edge bike hides new goodies from SRAM
Mathieu van der Poel gets custom Canyon Inflite as he targets eighth Cyclo-cross World Championships win
Take a closer look at Van der Poel's special Inflite for this Sunday's race
BikeRadar Tech Q&A
Do you have a cycling question you want answered? Every month, we’ll select the most interesting questions and bring you an expert-level response from our unparalleled access to the greatest minds in cycling, both on the BikeRadar staff and across the industry. Send your questions to podcast@bikeradar.com
Your tech questions answered | Are stabilisers on children’s bikes really a bad idea?
Introducing a child to cycling should be a fun experience – we break down the pros and cons of balance bikes and pedal bikes with stabilisers
Your tech questions answered | Is Eurostar’s policy for transporting bikes really that ruthless?
We decipher Eurostar’s rules and regulations on taking your bike on one of its train services
Your tech questions answered | Everybody hates cold feet – here are our tips for keeping them warm in the winter
We share our tips for keeping your tootsies toasty
Racing
Everything you need to know about the 2027 Tour de France Great Britain Grand Départ
Routes, reaction and more for the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes Grands Départs from the UK
Slower bikes and safer courses: Tour Down Under peloton weighs in on how to make pro cycling safer
How current and former pros would change the sport
“We’ve had to completely change all the setups”: Women’s Tour Down Under reacts to controversial UCI handlebar rules
We get the women's peloton's verdict on UCI rule changes at the Tour Down Under
Routes and Rides
I’ve ridden every climb worth talking about in Scotland and these are the 5 best
Simon Warren shares his favourite ascents in Scotland
The UK's best sportives: these events will make 2026 a year to remember
We share our top picks for UK sportives in 2026
Europe's 10 best cycling events: stay motivated with these epic rides
The best cycling events from across Europe, including the Mallorca 312, Paris-Roubaix Challenge and Gran Fondo Mont Ventoux
Tech Features
'They don’t want to get their hands dirty': how Basso is trying to fix a growing problem in the bike industry
Working with the Selle Royal Group, Basso says its new foundation will attract much-needed fresh talent into the cycling industry
Five top road bikes you won’t see at this year’s Tour de France
We round up the hottest bikes that won't be taking part in the 2026 Tour
£200 vs £2,000 MTB kit: how much do you need to spend?
We compare cheap and money-no-object kit in the harshest conditions – the results will surprise you
