Specialized
Specialized Bicycle Components, Inc., colloquially known as Specialized, has been a pioneer in the cycling scene for decades.
Based in Morgan Hill, California, Specialized was founded by Mike Sinyard in 1974. It is now one of the largest bicycle brands in the world, producing a vast range of bikes, helmets, shoes, clothing and accessories for all cycling disciplines internationally.
Revealed: this is our Mountain Bike of the Year for 2026 – and how it beat five of the latest eMTBs
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Top trail bikes as rated by our expert reviewers, plus our buyer's guide for everything you need to know
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Specialized makes the Tarmac SL9 more affordable with three new models
The latest Specialized Tarmac SL9s fill a gap in the range while retaining the same aerodynamics as the S-Works version launched back in June
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
The trends that defined gravel bikes in 2026, and our 2026 Gravel Bike of the Year shortlist
Our nominees reflect how racy gravel bikes have come of age and how a new wheel size looms over the category
Best mountain bike pants 2026 | How to find the best MTB trousers for you
The best MTB trousers as tested by our experts
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
Best mountain bike tyres in 2026: top-rated tyres for XC, downcountry, trail and enduro riding
Our pick of the best mountain bike tyres and our comprehensive buyer's guide
Best endurance road bikes in 2026: our pick of the best bikes for speed and comfort
What to look for in an endurance road bike and our pick of the best
Which bike brands won the most stages at the 2026 Tour de France? The winners (and losers) revealed
Only 9 bike brands chalked up a stage win at the Tour this year – here's how they ranked
New Specialized Levo R Ultralight is the 'fastest Levo ever' – and it's cheaper than the S-Works version
The Ultralight R offers full 850W power with smaller 600Wh battery and top-spec parts
Review | Specialized's Butcher Grid Gravity Radial T9 is confident with loads of grip, but isn't built for bike park abuse
An excellent radial upgrade for riders seeking a calm, connected front tyre
I built my own MTB tyre at Specialized's high-tech factory
Specialized's S-Works tyre facility contains a one-of-a-kind machine
5 new bikes at the 2026 Tour de France weighed and measured
Weights, dimensions and spec details for five pro bikes at the Tour
Custom paint and boutique parts: Remco Evenepoel’s golden Specialized Tarmac SL9 for the Tour de France
165mm cranks, narrow bars, a waxed chain and touches of gold complete the Olympic champion’s unique Tour de France bike
Spotted! Remco Evenepoel will ride this prototype Specialized Shiv time trial bike at the Tour de France
The world and Olympic champion has a new super-aero Shiv for the Tour de France
"The only metric that matters" – Specialized claims the new Tarmac SL9 is faster than the Colnago Y1Rs and Cervélo S5
Specialized says the new SL9 is faster than the Colnago Y1Rs, Cervélo S5 and Factor One when tested against the "the only metric that matters"
First-ride review | The new Specialized Tarmac SL9 is "the fastest road bike ever made", but it left me underwhelmed
The SL9 refines the Tarmac formula, but doesn't offer a generational leap
6 new bikes we expect to see at the Tour de France
New lightweight and aero bikes, as well as a new bike for Pogačar for the team and individual time trials
I’ve been testing Specialized’s new gravel shoes since the Crux launch – and the new ‘foot shape’ is a clear improvement
The new Specialized S-Works Recon EVO shoes are in for testing, and Simon's initial impressions are almost nothing but positive
Your cycling kit is wearing out too quickly – here's how to make it last (and save money in the process)
Save money and cut down on waste by showing your gear some love and attention
“There’s no frigging way they would’ve been thrown out” – Specialized founder slams "arbitrary" disqualification of Lorena Wiebes from Giro d’Italia
Mike Sinyard has become the latest high-profile figure to criticise Lorena Wiebes' disqualification from the Giro d'Italia Women
Specialized Tarmac SL9 leaks confirmed in Red Bull - Bora - hansgrohe Instagram photobomb
Image also reveals suspected prototype Hammerhead rearview radar device