Bike component reviews

By Cycling Weekly Published 13 March 09

A really simple way to keep your bum dry

By Henry Robertshaw Published 27 December 15

Shimano's RS500 tubeless ready wheels could be a great set of training hoops

By Rupert Radley Published 18 February 19

Put simply, the Bontrager R4 320 tyres are the fastest tyres that we've ever tested, overshadowing even the Continental GP4000S tyres when it comes to speed.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 6 June 16

Young British hopeful Fred Wright pushes the Prime RP-50 Tubular wheelset to their limit in the rough and tumble of junior racing – and they perform exceptionally well

By Simon Smythe Published 26 May 17

A convenient, durable solution for multi-purpose cycling at a mid-range price

By Maria David Published 16 November 20

DT Swiss has been the go to wheel component brand for many years with plenty of rival using its hubs but don't ignore its complete wheels, like the DT Swiss ARC 1100 Dicut 62

By Symon Lewis Published 25 April 19

The Cobb Plus is not a nice saddle to look at, but it is one of the most comfortable I have ever tried, particularly on long rides and on time trial bikes.

By Nick Busca Published 19 August 16

Giant's second-string 'Wheelsystems' are impressively light, fast and judging by the SLR 1 Disc Full Carbon 42s are a super upgrade to any bike at a very competitive price

By Simon Smythe Published 28 June 18

We take a look at German upstart brand Wolfpack's entry level road tyre

By James Bracey Published 18 March 20

The Cadex Boost saddle sits in Giant's performance component range, designed for those who like aggressive riding

By Rupert Radley Published 22 February 20

They certainly sit up there amongst the most desirable and bling wheels money can buy, but are the Enve SES 4.5 clinchers worthy of their high price tag? We put them to the test for several months.

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 22 October 16

Cycle Division’s Cero wheels provide good functionality at nice prices. What do we make of the Cero CRD38 carbon clincher disc wheelset?

By Paul Norman Published 17 March 17

The new Hunt 36 UD carbon spoke wheels put to the test

By Richard Windsor Published 12 June 20

The Specialized Romin Evo turns out to be saddle Utopia for one picky reviewer

By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Last updated 27 July 21

Three-speed gear hub for fixed wheel bikes, priced £249

By Cycling Weekly Published 4 March 10

The Hope V-Twin sits below your stem to convert mechanical brake levers to run hydraulic calipers. We've tested how it performs and how easy it is to fit.

By Paul Norman Published 15 June 16

The latest offering from the age old manufacturer, we tested the Selle Italia SLR Team Edition Flow saddle

By Cycling Weekly Published 9 March 15

Pitched against offerings from other brands, we took the Pro Falcon saddle out for some long rides

By Cycling Weekly Published 10 March 15

These handbuilt wheels from Malcolm Borg of the Cycle Clinic are meant for all-season riding and have a semi-aero 31mm rim to add an element of speed

By Simon Smythe Published 12 December 19

The Rolf Prima Ares4 ES wheels have an eye-catching design and spoke pattern, but does the performance match the looks?

By Henry Robertshaw Published 15 May 15

The Ritchey WCS Carbon Streem II handlebars are aerodynamically shaped carbon-fibre handlebars designed to reduce your drag and weight

By Oliver Bridgewood Published 20 June 17

Hutchinson Atom Comp road tyre

By Ken Buckley Published 9 September 14

The Hutchinson Fusion 5 Performance tyre with its ElevenStorm compound now in a tubeless ready guise

By Rupert Radley Published 26 June 19

FSA has branched out from accessories like handlebars and stems into full groupsets; it's now dipped its toe into the power meter market with the new FSA Powerbox power meter

By Simon Smythe Published 26 May 17

Fabric is based in Frome, Somerset and makes a range of different saddles, with its Scoop being available in a wide variety of shapes, materials and colours. We've reviewed the Flat profile with carbon rails.

By Paul Norman Published 22 January 16

The Hunt 30Carbon Gravel Disc wheelset provides a robust option with a wide, tubeless ready rim and light weight for confident off road riding

By Paul Norman Published 26 June 18