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Detailed bike, kit and accessory reviews from the experts at Cycling Weekly, helping you buy with confidence.
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Factor Elara review: a bonkers, incredibly capable gravel bike designed for nothing else but going fastAn aero gravel bike designed around massive tyre clearances and two-by groupset compatibility – it’s got that unmistakable wide-set fork, too
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Garmin Forerunner 970 review: the around-the-clock performance sidekick that never sleepsThe highly capable smartwatch that works better as a head unit partner than a rival
By Simon Fellows Published
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Giant Revolt Advanced 2 review: a good value all-round gravel bikeBacked by a lineage spanning 13 years, the Giant Revolt is a well-sorted gravel bike available at a variety of price points
By Tim Russon Published
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Rapha Women's Brevet Cargo bib shorts III review: well-designed and quick to dryBuilt for comfort and convenience during back-to-back days in the saddle, with ample storage to keep ride essentials close at hand.
By Emma Silversides Published
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Van Rysel RCR-R 5 bib shorts review: a solid fit and design, but better suited to shorter-length ridesVan Rysel's RCR-R 5 Bib Shorts undercut most of the big brands on price, but do they match them for comfort?
By Tim Russon Published
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Enve G SES Pro 4.5 review: big and shiny wheels made for going fast with fat tyresNew gravel hoops from the American company pack some serious engineering into an impressive package, but cost an arm and a leg
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Scope Artech 4.A wheelset review: extraordinary performance and weight, with a price tag to matchFavoured by some WorldTour teams, this exceptionally expensive wheelset uses clever features to achieve a sublime ride
By Andy Turner Published
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Van Rysel RCR jersey review: a racy budget option that delivers in most areasA stylish, reasonably priced race jersey from French brand Van Rysel
By Tim Russon Published
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Velocio Luxe bib short review: an expensive but stellar performerThe Luxe bib shorts have had a revamp, but have the updates improved an already great product?
By Tim Russon Published
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Velocio Concept jersey review: a high-quality race option for warm-weather ridesWith its lightweight fabrics, aero pretensions and close fit, the Concept jersey works equally well for fast gravel and road rides
By Tim Russon Published
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Udog Sempre road shoe review: mid-priced kicks for high-volume feetThe Sempre road shoes look great but really need two dials to compete at the highest level
By Tim Russon Published
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Seka ExAero GR review: can this highly in-demand Chinese gravel frame compete with the established favourites?A high-quality frame with a superb paint finish and great features that delivers both on- and off-road
By Andy Turner Published
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Velocio Concept bib short review: Supportive and comfortable shorts for any terrainPremium comfort and premium price for shorts that work on and off-road
By Tim Russon Published
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Van Rysel RCR shoes review: Pro performance for half the priceVan Rysel's top-tier road shoes represent great value, but do they offer the comfort and performance of more expensive options?
By Tim Russon Published
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Factor Sarana gravel bike review – an extreme gravel option designed to take you places your regular bike couldn't dream ofWhy prune a tree with a pair of scissors when you've got secateurs? The Sarana is a specific bike that caters to its market of ultra gravel riders and bikepackers perfectly
By Aaron Borrill Published
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'A brilliantly practical endurance jersey' - Rapha Women's Brevet Merino Jersey III reviewA quality garment that combines premium fabric, thoughtful storage, all-day comfort, and night-time reflective detailing
By Emma Silversides Published
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Wolf Tooth Mk0 DEL pedal review: A brilliant off-road pedal system, but is it worth the premium over the standard DEL version?The lightest SPD pedal system available with a large contact patch and low stack, but all this comes at an exceptional price
By Andy Turner Published
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Scribe Elan Ultra 6 wheels review: premium road racing wheelset that climbs as well as they rollAn impressive blend of aerodynamics, low weight, and stiffness
By Aaron Borrill Published
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BBB Chester Flux sunglasses review: Budget wraparound riding sunglasses that match the big brands on looks and lens qualityBBB Cycling's glasses offer you all the protection your eyes need when riding, and do so for a fraction of the cost of the well-known brands
By Simon Richardson Published
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Megamo Pulse 04 SLR review: a well-balanced ride and competitive pricing from a brand you've probably never heard ofA worthy consideration if you’re looking for a new race bike and want to fly under the radar
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Paria R-01 Short Sleeve Jersey reviewDoes ditching the serious, boring aesthetics also mean ditching the tech?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Strada Gravel Aero Plus 2 wheelset review: a mixed-depth gravel performance upgrade worthy of the outlayA light, fast, and compliant performance gravel wheelset that won't break the bank – or your back, for that matter
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Canyon Endurace CFR review: an Aeroad CFR with wider tyre clearances or an endurance bike with racy intentions?Super comfy over the rough stuff, but too racy to be classed as a bona fide endurance bike
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Fjällräven Hoja bib shorts review: bikepacking-specific shorts designed for multiple days in the saddleFjällräven's new Hoja bib shorts aim for serious bikepacking optimisation, but do they actually deliver on-bike performance?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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2026 Cannondale SuperSix Evo 2 review: a brilliantly balanced road bike worthy of challenging for segment honours, even in mid-spec guiseThe fifth-generation Cannondale SuperSix Evo marks a notable boost in ride quality and overall dynamics over its forebear – it’s one of the best road bikes we’ve tested this year
By Aaron Borrill Published
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‘It’s like a stripped-out track car with all driver aids turned off’ – 1,300km and counting on the Factor One aero road bikeFast, furious, and unforgiving at times – the Factor One has all the markings of a champion, but you’ll need to ride it hard to truly appreciate it
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Rapha Pro Team Ghost Air Jersey Review: the best jersey for humid conditions with some clever features, but at a costSmart construction features make this the ideal jersey for hot and humid conditions, but it's one of the most expensive on the market
By Andy Turner Published
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Post Carry Co. Loomer Review: Odd name, great bike boxGreat protection for your bike when you are travelling, and easy to stash away when you're at home
By Tim Russon Published
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Nimbl Urano Review: The 'must have' lightweight road racing shoe enters the gravel sceneWhile the super lightweight construction and monstrous power transfer remains it does, in places, lack refinement
By Andy Turner Published
