Bike component reviews

The Time Xpresso 6 pedals provide an alternative to the larger players, with lateral as well as angular float and easy engagement.

By Paul Norman Published 2 February 17

Stages goes dual sided – but has it doubled its reliability and accuracy too?

By Symon Lewis Published 13 April 18

Michelin Pro4 Grip Road Tyre £41.99

By Symon Lewis Published 4 December 13

If you want to get extra puncture protection but not ruin how your ride feels with traditional winter tyres, maybe this tyre from Panaracer is the answer?

By Symon Lewis Published 28 October 16

The new Shimano Dura-Ace R9100-P power meter is a hot product right now, but has the Japanese giant got it right? Maybe not just yet

By Richard Windsor Published 17 April 18

We find out why you might want a clutched rear derailleur

By Paul Norman Published 13 September 18

The Tannus Aither 1.1 25mm tyre has impressive grip and obvious maintenance benefits. But it’s too hard to be comfortable on UK road surfaces if you’re planning to ride any distance.

By Paul Norman Published 20 March 18

Fast rolling with an extremely supple casing, the wide spaced shoulder knobs shed mud quickly on hardpack trails with a sloppy coating.

By Stefan Abram Published 12 January 21

With a file tread and high air volume, the new IRC Boken tyre works well on dusty bridleways

By Paul Norman Published 17 August 18

By Cycling Weekly Published 9 March 09

Fizik Antares 00 saddle - Minimal-looking, range-topping saddle for just under £260

By Cycling Weekly Published 3 August 10

The Hunt 50 Carbon Wide Aero is the brand's competitively priced deep-section aero wheelset, which has a ride quality more expensive wheels should envy

By Rupert Radley Published 13 December 18

A few hundred miles in, and the Rotor power cranks haven’t put a foot wrong.

By Simon Richardson Published 23 April 14

Fizik's Aliante saddle is designed for less flexible riders, which it calls Bulls. We've tested its carbon railed version.

By Paul Norman Published 7 November 16

The Miche SWR 50/50 is a deep-section carbon wheelset from the Italian component maker that has been redesigned with a wider rim and some lovely detailing

By Simon Smythe Published 5 October 18

James Stout gets to grips with a Di2 equipped 2x GRX groupset

By James Stout Published 18 August 20

The Corsa is still the race tyre to beat, and now every aspect from speed to durability has been improved in the new Vittoria Corsa G2.0 TLR

By James Bracey Published 12 December 19

The Edco Aero Chronosport Gesero are a 65mm wheel for fast flat riders

By Rupert Radley Published 20 June 19

Fulcrum Racing 3's are a decent wheelset but the lack of tubeless compatibility marks these down

By Symon Lewis Published 5 March 19

Deep-section carbon-fibre clincher wheelset, £899

By Hannah Bussey Published 13 February 12

Strada are expert wheelbuilders based in West Sussex. Their online shop has a dizzying array of alloy and carbon rims that you can order, based on your preferences, to be laced to one of many different hub options.

By Chris Catchpole Published 10 November 14

A tough pair of wheels that won't break the bank but aren't tubeless ready

By Rupert Radley Published 18 January 18

The Prologo Zero II saddle is designed for aggressive riding over short to medium durations, but we think it’s suitable for much more than that.

By Henry Robertshaw Published 26 February 15

Hope's aftermarket disc calipers promise to increase braking performance beyond comparison

By James Bracey Published 19 June 20

A budget carbon alloy mix wheel set that will save you a good amount if you have £1000 to spend, but are the Vision Trimax Carbon 40 CSI Disc any good?

By Rupert Radley Published 24 June 19

Schwalbe's most aggressive gravel tyre supplies lots of grip and is surprisingly fast rolling – but it's best for rocky conditions as lateral grip in mud is a little lacking

By Stefan Abram Published 8 January 21

Probably the best looking wheels you can buy, can the Mavic R-Sys SLR live up to expectations?

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 3 June 15