Buyer’s Guides

Bikes, cycling kit and clothing tested together to give you a better understanding of what is best for you. Compare bikes and products to their competitors before buying

  • February 2, 2019 1:53 pm

Our independent testing shows that an aero bike can save about 25 watts, we've tested the latest and greatest aero bikes and these are the best models

best bikes under 1500

  • January 29, 2019 3:00 pm

For a grand drop-bar bikes become reasonably lightweight and reasonably sporty, and this is often the maximum budget for a first road bike since it ties in nicely with the…

  • January 28, 2019 12:35 pm

Two grand is a serious amount of money to spend on a bike, so we put four to the test to see if they lived up to the promise of…

  • January 25, 2019 11:00 am

The Giant TCR Advanced is designed to be an all-round race bike, with good rigidity coupled to a low overall weight. We guide you through the 2018 range

  • January 24, 2019 12:01 pm

Race numbers, chequered flags, last lap bells and the Cannondale SuperSix Evo: all quintessential components of traditional road race. The Cannondale SuperSix Evo aims to be lightweight, whilst still offering…

  • January 24, 2019 10:04 am

A comfortable bike that doesn't sacrifice race driven handling, the Domane famously houses Trek's IsoSpeed decoupler, at front and rear

  • January 23, 2019 1:10 pm

The Giant Defy is an endurance focused model that boasts a hint of zip. There are seven models in the range at very different prices: we demystify the differences

  • January 18, 2019 10:20 am

The Specialized Allez range consists of great entry level first road bikes and crit racing machines - we explain what's available to help you choose the right model for you

best winter cycling gloves

  • January 15, 2019 2:50 pm

Nothing ruins a ride so quickly as freezing, numb fingers but sweat-soaked palms aren't exactly an invitation to ride either. So how should you keep your hands happy this winter?…

  • January 10, 2019 10:30 am

Cervélo bikes are some of the most sought after toys in cycling; the brand has a reputation for creating top end machines with a racing pedigree. The Canadian brand was…