Latest articles by Matt Ischt-Barnard
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Best rim brake pads for road bikes: expert-rated braking performance for all-weather and rim typesLooking for better braking performance no matter whether it’s wet or dry? We’ve rounded up the best rim brake pads for road bikes
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Best puncture-proof tyres for cycling 2026: add peace of mind with some puncture protectionTyre reliability can have a massive impact on your enjoyment of cycling, so fit one of these expert-approved best puncture-proof tyres and worry no more
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Sponsored rider leaks video of unreleased Canyon aero gravel bike on InstagramWith the trend toward ever-wider tyres and increased aero performance in gravel, is Canyon about to join the party?
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Best gravel bike tyres 2026: tested and rated by our gravel experts for every terrainOur gravel cycling experts are here to help you cut through the jargon of an increasingly complex subject – having tested the best gravel bike tyres for every terrain, frame clearance, and budget
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From race-ready to all-day adventure: Our editors' top gravel bike picks from Competitive CyclistSponsor Content Created With Competitive Cyclist
Competitive Cyclist offers a broad range of gravel bikes from brands such as Cervelo and Pinarello, including the highly rated Aspero-5 and Grevil F3
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Best electric bike conversion kits 2026: 6 expert-approved kits to electrify a bikeWith one of the best electric bike conversion kits you can add power to your own bike at a fraction of the cost of a full machine
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Best bike locks 2026: every style extensively tested and rated for security and usabilityOur cycling experts put all the best bike locks through rigorous testing, ensuring you can leave your bike anywhere, secure in the knowledge that it's safe.
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Best bike floor pump 2026: workshop stalwart, or just nostalgia? I tested 10 pumps that don't require a USB-C to inflate your tyres10 of the latest floor pumps tested for efficiency, usability, build quality—and most importantly, accuracy!
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Best bike cleaning kits 2026: for a faster and shinier bikeThe best bike cleaners and tools will keep your steed clean, well oiled and ultimately save you money by keeping your bike in tip-top running order
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The world's top five climbers were all wearing lace-up cycling shoes on the way to the summit of Plateau de Solaison – should you be too?Deals Six lace-up cycling shoe deals you can grab right now, from Rapha, Giro, Specialized, Lake and Adidas, with discounts of up to 53% off
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It wouldn't feel like summer without the Tour de France and the Rapha Sale – now live with up to 50% off!Deals I've trawled the Rapha sale listings to bring you all the best deals, and there is a fine selection of tried-and-tested cycling clothing on offer
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Get the Paul Seixas look: The youngest rider to start the Tour de France in 89 years, and with arguably the most affordable setupDeals Decathlon has been making waves in the pro peloton with its affordable gear, and now the company has Paul Seixas to show it off at the head of the race
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As heatwaves and forest fires hit the Tour de France — here’s my guide to high- and low-tech gear that can help to make extreme temperatures more bearable this SummerDeals 11 Tour de France peloton-inspired high- and low-tech gear solutions for beating heatwaves as a solo, unsupported rider this summer
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What’s 4 watts between friends? Specialized Tarmac SL8 now discounted after the launch of new SL9 modelDeals The Specialized Tarmac SL9 broke cover earlier this week, and UK retailers Balfe's Bikes and Sigma Sports are already offering up to 16% off select SL8 models
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Gearhead approved: 14 cycling deals not to be missed this July 4th from REI, Competitive Cyclist, Mike's Bikes and moreDeals There are a ton of unmissable discounts to be snapped up as America celebrates its 250th birthday
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Amazon Prime Day Cycling Deals 2026 Day 4 LIVE: Only a few hours left to grab a bargain!Amazon Prime Day deals are coming to a close—Our deal-hunting experts are still here to bring you the best the sale has to offer, but time is running out
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Family life is finally tempting me to ride indoors, and this Wahoo Kickr Core 2 offer has sealed the dealI’ve always advocated for riding outside come rain or shine, but balancing it with family is tough. I’ve had my eye on Wahoo's upgraded smart trainer for months, and this discount might finally tempt me
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Amazon Prime Day Cycling Deals 2026: our deal-hunters are in the listings, bringing you all the best Prime Day deals
Our deal-hunting experts have already scoured the listings to find the real savings for cyclists, including Garmin, Wahoo, Shimano, Shokz and Cycplus
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I recently tested two dozen manual bike pumps and electric bike pumps are the future—don't miss these 11 incredible Amazon Prime Day deals and make the switch todayDeals Big discounts to be had across Cycplus, Muc-Off, Airbank & Topeak in the Amazon Prime Day summer sale
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Time and cycling are intrinsically intertwined: the world's finest watches worn by some of the world's fastest ridersIt would be amiss not to discuss the connection between cycling, time, and the home of watch making, Switzerland, as the riders roll out for the 89th edition of the Tour de Suisse
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Best power meters 2026: 6 pedal and crank-based systems our experts tested and would actually buyPower meters for cycling are becoming an essential tool for precision training; we run down key features, how to use them and highlight the best for road, gravel and Zwift
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The Lego road bike is the only gift I'd like to receive this Father's DayEver since its launch a few weeks back, I knew all I wanted for Father's Day was the Lego Icons Road Bike
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I designed 29ers – 32-inch wheels could drive innovation, but the bike industry must learn from the past, and fastThe introduction of 29ers was certainly not smooth, but can we learn from our mistakes and make 32-inch wheels a success? I hope so
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I cut 5 of the best angle grinder-resistant bike locks in 2026 to find out which was most secureArmed with an angle grinder and just five minutes, I wanted to see which of these five best angle grinder-resistant locks would crack first!
