Buyer’s Guides

Five best exercise bikes for indoor cycling

Looking to get a pedal fix indoors and want a bike that's always ready for the job? Here's five to choose from...

How to get started in road cycling (on a budget)

Here's our step-by-step guide on taking your first steps in road cycling, from buying your first bike, your first time in clipless pedals to joining a club

How to get started in cycling on a budget

Everything you need to think about to get you riding

The best turbo trainers for indoor cycling: smart and standard turbo trainers reviewed

Your definitive guide to the smart turbo trainer, what they are, what they can do and where to find the best ones

Best kids’ bikes: tips for choosing a children's bike

Our tips on what to look for when buying a kids' bike and some suggested boys and girls bikes

Six best aero bikes 2020: fastest speed weapons ridden and rated

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 rollers to add variety to your indoor cycling

Looking to break up the dreary turbo routine with something a little more rocking and rolling?

Six best women’s road bikes for 2020 and what to look for in a female specific bike

Best road bikes under £2000 for 2020

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 their price tags

Five best mini bike pumps 2020: a buyer's guide

Even the toughest tyres can't guarantee you won't puncture. A mini-pump can't either, but it can guarantee you're not left stranded in the cold. We take a look at seven of the best

Best power meters 2020: everything you need to know before you invest

What is a power meter? Do I need a power meter? Which power meter is best for me and what features should I look for and be aware of? All these questions and more are answered in our comprehensive guide to power meters, including links to reviews of the latest products

Best road bike wheels reviewed 2020: disc and rim wheelsets

Our complete guide to what to look for when buying your new road bike wheels, including the type of rim, the material, and the depth you should go for.

Best leg warmers and knee warmers reviewed

Aluminium road bikes: five of the best reviewed

Aluminium is often looked at as the cheap option when buying a bike, not as nostalgic as steel or a performance lead as carbon. But it has its place in the market and it is well worth considering

Six best bike bags and boxes for travel

Our guide to the best bike bags and boxes to keep your ride protected when travelling the world

Best road bikes under £1500 for 2020

Six best time trial bikes and triathlon bikes 2020

Bicycle Insurance: everything you need to know

It's your pride and joy, and the chances are you spend more time on it than you do on you sofa, but is your bike insured? Our helpful guide tells you all you need to know about bicycle insurance

Best balance bikes for toddlers

Balance bikes are an amazing way to introduce your little one to cycling — we explain how to choose one

Best cyclocross bikes for 2020

Your complete guide to the best cyclocross bikes we've tested here at CW

Garmin Edge computers: everything you need to know

Whether you're looking for a Garmin Edge navigational aid or a computer to push your training, this page will help you choose the best Garmin Edge for you

Best endurance and sportive bikes 2020: a buying guide

Best bike storage solutions: hooks, racks and sheds

Best cycling apps: iPhone and Android tools for cyclists

We round up the most useful mobile apps for cyclists: if you use an app not listed here, tell us about it

The best road bike tyres

Here we show you what to look for when buying a new set of road bike tyres; something that could give you huge performance gains