If you’re new to the world of cycling, the idea of riding long distances can seem daunting especially if you’re… no spring chicken. You’ll want a bike that will translate…
Buyer’s Guides
How to choose the best road bike for you
Looking for your first road racing bike? We explain what to look for...
Energy bars for cycling: eight favourite flavours
For a quick, tasty and convenient on-bike snack, little beats an energy bar. We get stuck into 11 of the best.
Best bicycle mudguards for autumn and winter 2018/2019
They're hardly bling, but if you want to ride through winter in comfort, a good set of bicycle mudguards is a must. We've rounded up the best
The best cycling overshoes 2018/2019: toasty toe covers for autumn and winter riding
Keep your feet warm and stay riding in the worst of the winter weather
Best bib tights for autumn and winter riding 2018/2019
Shorts and leg warmers will get you through September, October and most of November but once winter kicks in dedicated winter bib tights are essential. Most manufacturers now integrate a…
Best long-sleeves cycling jerseys for autumn and winter 2018/2019
Keeping warm on the bike is essential to keep you riding and keep you healthy. With a decent jacket, the cold weather needn't be a reason to stay at home.…
The best turbo trainers for autumn and winter 2018/2019
This page is your one stop shop to all things turbo training. At the top we explain what a turbo is and why you would use one. In the middle…
Best front and rear road bike lights for autumn and winter 2018/2019
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.
Best leg warmers and knee warmers for autumn and winter 2018/2019
What are leg warmers? For those new to the sport, leg warmers are designed to be worn with bib shorts. They are intended to be worn underneath your shorts, typically from…
Best arm warmers for autumn and winter 2018/2019
Few items of your cycling wardrobe will get as much use as a good pair of arm warmers. Here’s how to choose a good pair, and our pick of some…
The best road bike tyres for 2018/2019
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
Gravel bikes buyer’s guide: best bikes for your adventures in 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
Six best cycling backpacks 2019: a buyer’s guide
If you're riding to work, a quality cycling backpack will make your journey more comfortable, we round up some of the best and explain what to look for.
Cube 2019 road bike range: highlights for the new model year
We explain what's on offer from German bike manufacturer, Cube
Best bike storage solutions 2018: hooks, racks and sheds
One of the biggest constraints to owning a bike is finding the space for bike storage. It’s normally straightforward if you own a garage or roomy shed, however, not everyone…
Best carbon road bike: what makes good quality carbon and five bikes to consider
'Good aluminium can be better than bad carbon' - it's a phrase we've all heard said - but what is good carbon and how is it made?
Fulcrum Wheels: A buyers guide
Depending on your source of information and, more than likely, your time served within the cycling world, your background knowledge of Fulcrum wheels will differ. Left to Fulcrum, it would…
Best disc brake wheel sets for 2018
Using rotor stoppers and looking for a wheel upgrade? Check out our pick of the best...
Titanium bikes: how they are made and why you might want one
Titanium is the metal of choice for many aerospace applications. It’s half the weight of steel for a tube of the same tensile strength and twice as strong as aluminium…
Campagnolo groupsets explained and compared
Campagnolo, affectionately referred to as “Campag” or “Campy”, is a company rich in cycling heritage. The Italian brand can boast of equipping the winning bikes of the 2014 Giro d’Italia…
SRAM groupsets explained and compared
Illinois-based SRAM is the newest of the three main brands and offers the lightest commercially available groupset in SRAM Red, and the only wireless groupset in SRAM Red eTap. Compare…
Shimano groupsets explained and compared
A bike’s groupset comprises of the components involved in changing gear, braking, and keeping the wheels turning via the drivetrain: the shifters, brake levers, brake calipers, derailleurs, chain and cassette.…
Merida bikes 2018 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?
Steel bikes: best of British metal
We take a look at some brilliant custom models, and explore the off-the-peg options available, too