Biking For Beginners
Shimano SH51 vs MT001 vs SH56 cleats: what’s the difference between Shimano's three off-road cleats?
Why are there three different types of Shimano SPD two-bolt cleats?
The best road bike helmets 2025, 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
How to lose weight through cycling: 13 tips to help you shed the pounds
The best ways to get fitter and lighter on the bike
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What to wear mountain biking: a beginner's guide
New to off-road riding? This is the mountain bike kit you need to get started
How to start mountain biking: an absolute beginner's guide to MTB tech, gear and trails
From picking your first mountain bike to understanding essential kit and where to ride, this guide has everything you need to get started
Dear beginner cyclists: you're probably wearing your bike shorts wrong
No, you shouldn't wear underwear under cycling shorts. And why do cyclists wear padded shorts anyway?
Flat or clipless pedals: which are right for you?
We delve into the pros and cons of flat and clip-in pedals for the commuter, mountain biker, road and gravel cyclist
Road bike groupsets: everything you need to know
Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo – the component levels explained
Best commuter bike: What's the best bike for commuting in 2025?
Hybrid, electric bike, road bike, gravel bike or mountain bike – let us guide you through the commuter bike options
27 reasons why you need to take up cycling | How bike riding can boost your brain power, fitness and more
Essential reasons to take up cycling
The complete guide to bike gears – bicycle transmissions explained
A beginner's primer on gears and how to use them
Mountain bike groupsets: the complete guide to SRAM, Shimano, TRP and Microshift drivetrains
Shimano, SRAM and Microshift – the complete hierarchy explained
Women's bike size guide: find the right mountain bike, hybrid, gravel or road frame with our women’s bike size charts
How to find the right size bike
Best hybrid bikes 2025 | Top-rated hybrid bikes and our buyer's guide
The best hybrid bikes for a range of budgets
Shimano SPD vs SPD-SL pedals: what’s the right system for you?
BikeRadar guides you through the ins and outs of Shimano’s two main pedal systems
How to measure a bike frame: our complete guide to sizing a bike
Fundamental measurements so you can compare frames like-for-like
1.6 million people have saved up to 47% on a new bike with Cycle to Work – here's how to join them
How you can grab a bike at a bargain price and get commuting
Bike components explained: a jargon buster for all of the key frame, wheelset and groupset parts on a bicycle
Get your head around headsets, drivetrains, derailleurs and more
Why your knees hurt from cycling – and how to treat common injuries
How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists
Which muscles does cycling work and how can you train them?
Key muscle groups used when riding and how they're employed
Mountain bike sizing guide: What size MTB do I need?
Use our guide to help you determine your perfect size of mountain bike
One of the simplest but most confusing parts on a bike for beginners: the ultimate guide to the humble inner tube
Our in-depth guide to the humble inner tube; what it does and why you need them, even if your bike is set up tubeless
How to adjust the handlebar height on your bike
Why and how you should experiment with bar height
Basic bicycle safety check: make sure your bike is safe to ride with the M check
Make sure adult and kids' bikes are safe to ride using this beginner-friendly walkthrough and video guide