Latest articles by Aaron Borrill
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POC’s radical new Sonal TT helmet comes in two shell sizes for different shoulder widths, we've been putting it to the testFitting the helmet to the rider’s shoulders rather than their head is a novel concept, developed by the Swedish brand with EF Pro Cycling and delivering claimed savings of 15-20 watts
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Cannondale Caad14 review: a good bike that would be great, with one component swapThe new Caad14 pairs integration and contemporary standards in a do-it-all aluminium package – it just needs a better wheelset
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Factor Elara review: a bonkers, incredibly capable gravel bike designed for nothing else but going fastAn aero gravel bike designed around massive tyre clearances and two-by groupset compatibility – it’s got that unmistakable wide-set fork, too
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Pinarello’s new X Series endurance bike straddles the all-road category with provision for 40mm tyres and a focus on in-frame storageSecond-generation X Series comes in three different frame layups, hitting a variety of price points, with a broader focus on improved terrain management
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Campagnolo sells minority stake to investment group with links to PinarelloFamily-owned Italian company has lost ground to its competitors in recent years, but may be about to turn a corner
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Best cheap smart trainers 2026: get connected without the costGetting started with indoor training doesn't need to cost a fortune if you use one of the best budget smart trainers
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Best heart rate monitors 2026: 5 Editor-approved picks after thousands of indoor and outdoor kilometresEssential for indoor and outdoor riding, a good heart rate monitor needs to be durable, sweatproof, and never miss a beat
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Best road bikes 2026: the absolute best reviewed and rated by our road cycling expertsOur expert testers have selected 9 of the absolute best road bikes, from budget models to grand tour-proven race machines
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Best road bike wheels 2026: disc and rim wheelsets to supercharge your ride, reviewed and ratedOur complete guide to what to look for in the best road bike wheels, including six highly rated options from our road biking experts
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Best gravel bike pedals 2026: clipless, power, and flat pedals, all expert-rated for off-road ridingOur experts have selected their 6 top picks for riding terrain somewhere between MTB and road, depending on your preference
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Factor Sarana gravel bike review – an extreme gravel option designed to take you places your regular bike couldn't dream ofWhy prune a tree with a pair of scissors when you've got secateurs? The Sarana is a specific bike that caters to its market of ultra gravel riders and bikepackers perfectly
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Scribe Elan Ultra 6 wheels review: premium road racing wheelset that climbs as well as they rollAn impressive blend of aerodynamics, low weight, and stiffness
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Megamo Pulse 04 SLR review: a well-balanced ride and competitive pricing from a brand you've probably never heard ofA worthy consideration if you’re looking for a new race bike and want to fly under the radar
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I made six tech predictions ahead of the Tour de France – which did I get right?Leap Components and 3D printing dominated the tech at the Tour de France, but did our tech editor manage a clean sweep of predictions?
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Strada Gravel Aero Plus 2 wheelset review: a mixed-depth gravel performance upgrade worthy of the outlayA light, fast, and compliant performance gravel wheelset that won't break the bank – or your back, for that matter
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Best road bike helmets 2026: 9 of the best for safety, airflow & speed, all expert-rated and reviewedFinding the right helmet is a balance of fit, ventilation, and speed. Our experts have logged thousands of hours to narrow down the best to just 9 top performers
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A new livery and golden decals: Tom Pidcock’s Pinarello Dogma F is ready to slay the French AlpsThe Yorkshireman’s Pinarello Dogma F is a very different machine to the one we covered at Opening Weekend
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Canyon Endurace CFR review: an Aeroad CFR with wider tyre clearances or an endurance bike with racy intentions?Super comfy over the rough stuff, but too racy to be classed as a bona fide endurance bike
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Golden paint and custom details: Remco Evenepoel's 7.05kg S-Works Tarmac SL9 for the Tour de FranceA closer look at the double Olympic Champion's Tour de France race bike
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Blacked-out frameset with stem spacers and 28mm tyres: Paul Seixas’ Van Rysel RCR-Pro prototypeDecathlon CMA CGM’s teenage prodigy spotted aboard an unreleased Van Rysel race bike
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2026 Cannondale SuperSix Evo 2 review: a brilliantly balanced road bike worthy of challenging for segment honours, even in mid-spec guiseThe fifth-generation Cannondale SuperSix Evo marks a notable boost in ride quality and overall dynamics over its forebear – it’s one of the best road bikes we’ve tested this year
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'The lightest endurance bike on the market' – second-generation Pinarello Dogma X is difficult to fault, but the lofty price tag makes it easy to overlookIconic X-Stay configuration remains, as does the balanced handling and impressive ride quality, but do subtle refinements to the platform make it a better bike?
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‘It’s like a stripped-out track car with all driver aids turned off’ – 1,300km and counting on the Factor One aero road bikeFast, furious, and unforgiving at times – the Factor One has all the markings of a champion, but you’ll need to ride it hard to truly appreciate it
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Stem spacers and shorter cranks: Felix Engelhardt's Bundesflagge-themed Giant Propel Advanced SLCustom paint, 55/44T chainrings and 30mm tyres headline national champion's Tour de France-ready Giant Propel race bike
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