Buyer’s Guides

Road bike geometry explained: how to choose a bike that suits you

We discussed the metrics that make up bicycle character with a man who spends all day matching riders to geometry charts

What's the best bike for commuting?

Looking for a reliable commuting bike to get you from A to B on a daily basis? We round up some of the best bike styles for cycling to work

The best cheap road bikes 2020: beginner road bikes and commute machines reviewed

Your guide to the best road bikes for under £500, under £750 and under £1,000

Best on test: winter cycling gloves for 2020

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? Read on...

Road bike groupsets: hierarchies explained

What exactly is a groupset? Should you pick Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo or other? Here's your complete guide to this essential piece of kit for your bike.

Best Christmas gifts for cyclists 2019

Not a pizza cutter in sight...

Best kids’ bikes 2019/2020: 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

GPS Bike Trackers: find and follow your stolen bike

Best front and rear road bike lights for 2019/2020

Your essential guide to buying bike lights, including how much to pay, the essential features you need, and our pick of the best bike lights on the market.

The best winter road bikes for 2019/2020

Looking for a bike which can withstand winter conditions? We explain what to look for and highlight some key models on the market

The best cycling overshoes: toasty toe covers for autumn and winter riding

Keep your feet warm and stay riding in the worst of the winter weather

Best gravel and adventure bikes 2020

We pick out some of the best gravel bikes and adventure road bikes on the market, and explain what defines the genre and what to look for

Merida bikes range: which model is right for you?

Merida bikes has a comprehensive list of performance, leisure and adventure orientated bikes, but which model is right for you?

Focus bikes: which model is right for you?

Raleigh bikes: the complete buying guide

Raleigh has been trading since 1885 - but its bikes have come a long way since the 'safety bicycle', and indeed the Chopper of the 1970s

Pinarello bikes range: know your Dogma F12 from your Pinarello Prince

Pinarello bikes are all about premium performance. We run through the most high profile models in the range

Ribble bikes: which model is right for you?

We walk you through the road bikes available from Preston based bike brand, Ribble Cycles

Cervélo bikes: guide to the range

Cube road bike 2020 range explained

We explain what's on offer from German bike manufacturer, Cube

Scott bikes 2020 range: which model is right for you?

We explain the key models on offer from Scott Sports - the multi sport manufactures of Scott bikes, winter sport, motor sport and running equipment

BMC bikes range: which model is right for you?

BMC bikes are performance orientated machines bred for speed and endurance - we round up the key models

Trek bikes range: which model is right for you?

We take a closer look at what's available from the American bike brand responsible for the high profile Domane, Madone and Emonda models as well as the new Checkpoint plus Speed Concept and 'cross machines

Canyon Bikes range explained

Specialized bikes 2020: which model is right for you

Can't choose between an Allez, Tarmac and Roubaix? We shed some light upon the differences to help you decide

Cannondale 2020 road bikes: which model is right for you?

We take a look through the Cannondale bikes range to help you choose the best for you