Buyer’s Guides

Best gifts for cyclists 2019

Not a pizza cutter in sight...

12 best hybrid bikes of 2019: best hybrid models for the money

How to find the best hybrid bike for the riding that you're doing

Bike handlebars: how to choose them and six of the best

Best cycling shorts reviewed 2019

A buyer's guide to the best cycling bib shorts: essential kit for most types of cycling

10 best bike saddles 2019: a buyer’s guide

A comfy saddle can make the difference between a dream ride and a nightmare; here we run through what to look for to find the best bike saddle for you

Best short sleeved summer cycling jerseys for 2019

The classic short-sleeved cycling jersey is the staple item of any good cycling wardrobe 
— Rebecca Charlton tests 15 of the finest to see which you should be spending your money on

10 best cycling glasses 2019: a buyer’s guide

What should you be looking for when buying a pair of cycling glasses or sunglasses, how much should you pay, and is should you go for one of the big brands?

The best cycling multi-tools for 2019

Carrying a multi-tool when out cycling is essential: here's our pick of the best

Best cycling apps 2019: 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

Six best time trial bikes and triathlon bikes 2019

Best touring bikes 2019: tourers for adventures on two wheels

Aluminium road bikes: six of the best for 2019

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

13 of the best electric bikes for 2019: all you need to know about e-bikes

Electric bikes are great for people who want to get from A to B without hassle, or who want to enjoy cycling without having to worry about their fitness levels.

Five best mini bike pumps 2019: 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

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

Best road bikes under £1000 2019: our pick of the bunch

Got a cycle to work voucher burning a hole in your pocket? Or just want to keep the spend under a grand? We've got some excellent bikes for you to choose from

Best singlespeed and fixed gear bikes 2019

Six best women’s road bikes for 2019 and what to look for in a female specific bike

Six best aero bikes 2019: 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 gravel and adventure bikes for 2019

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

Best road bike wheels reviewed 2019: rim and disc 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 kids’ bikes 2019: 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

Best road bikes under £2000 for 2019

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

Road bike groupsets: 2019 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 women’s bike saddles 2019

With the boom in women's cycling in the UK, manufacturers are finally waking up to the fact that female riders have very different needs to their male counterparts.