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Yomo 20: A good bike with plenty of adjustment for growing kids
20 inch wheeled bikes are commonly a kids first geared bike – this is how we got on with seven gears, bigger wheels and a bit more riding confidence.
By Simon Richardson Published
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The Standert Pfadfinder is more than just another retro steel bike
A winning combination of classic looks, modern tech and supreme comfort makes the Standert Pfadfinder well worth considering, especially if your local roads are less than perfect
By Tim Russon Published
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Factor Ostro VAM review: WorldTour handling with world-class refinement, good manners and loads of options
WorldTour bikes don’t always come in as refined a package, but in the Ostro Vam, Factor is delivering both performance and that special something that makes a bike usable in the real world
By Andy Carr Published
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Surly Skid Loader reviewed: A rugged cargo e-bike built for more than city streets
Surly’s tough, adaptable e-bike gets some subtle yet welcome updates, but who exactly is the Skid Loader for?
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Stinner's Gibraltar Podium is a handcrafted, made-in-the-USA titanium road bike with dream-build potential — all for under $7K
Even in stock form, this Santa Barbara–built machine is smooth, lively and ready for long days with ample room to grow into a true dream build
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Wanting to own just one bike? Ritchey’s carbon Septimer goes everywhere
Could you do all of your riding on only one bike? Ritchey’s new Septimer model, a carbon all-road bike that breaks down for travel, is designed as a one-bike-quiver
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Quella Varsity Cambridge is a handsome geared commuter bike that adds function to form – but will it work for your commute?
Can the timeless style truly meet the practicalities of daily commuting? The answer depends on where you live, but if your commute isn't as arduous as mine, you might not find a prettier bike to do it on
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Muov Bikes Road smart bike review: The most expensive X-Box controller for cycling that money can buy - but it’s brilliant
The Muov delivers on its promise of extra realism, and brings Zwift et al to life in a way that other trainers just can’t. But it ain’t cheap.
By Andy Carr Published
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Solid build, perfect ride feel, adjustability and quick shifts – Wattbike Atom continues to impress with its latest version
Solid build, perfect ride feel, adjustability and quick shifts. This version of the Wattbike Atom is just one click away from perfect.
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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Brompton’s Electric G Line: A fun-to-ride, commuter-friendly bike that can go everywhere and anywhere with you
A new model from the British icon is charming, quirky and useful, but pricey. Most of all, it’s fun
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Handmade in Canada: Bridge Bike Works’ Surveyor is among the most beautifully painted bikes I’ve ever ridden — but how does it ride?
Built entirely in Canada, the Surveyor is not the liveliest all-road bike out there, but it’s certainly one of the most distinctive
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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A bike that's ready for a big adventure: the question is, are you? The Mason Cycles ISO2 reviewed
The Mason ISO2 has been built with one thing in mind - long-haul off-road exploration. It's a specific brief, but one that it nails
By Simon Richardson Published
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'What a gravel bike should be in 2025': The new Specialized Diverge goes full off-road, and the result is awesome
A few baffling spec choices, but with some tweaks, the new gravel-specific offering from Specialized throws down the gauntlet with a move towards modernity
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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Tern GSD S10 electric cargo bike review: this little e-cargo bike is so easy to ride and so adaptable, it can really help anyone get 'Stuff' Done
Easy to ride, and packed with a host of clever little features and electronics, this is the ultimate family vehicle
By Simon Richardson Published
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The updated Surly Straggler reviewed: Is this cult-classic still the best go-anywhere bike around?
It’s the versatile gravel bike we know and love, revised with a tad more aggression and small-rider-friendly geometry
By Riley Missel Published
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New 1x Cervélo S5 is a rocket ship that might be even faster - but not for the reason you think
The new Cervélo S5 makes a compelling case for iterative design, in an exceptional aero bike that would be perfect, save for a couple of drivetrain questions
By Andy Carr Published
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This bike has won Unbound Gravel two years in a row - but getting your hands on one may be difficult
The Rose Backroads FF reviewed
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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New Pinarello F Series launched at a price that gives more riders access to its famous pedigree, but what is like to ride?
The new F Series brings a broader range of customers to the brand, at more price points than the previous generation, but is it good enough to warrant the famous Pinarello logo?
By Neal Hunt Published
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Aurum Magma Road Bike reviewed: Contador and Basso made a bike, but how does it ride?
A lesser-known brand from two very famous cyclists, the Magma is Aurum's pro-level race bike
By Tim Russon Published
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The Cannondale Synapse Lab71 is the endurance bike you might want to splurge on, but is it the one we would go for?
With a comprehensive range spanning specification and pricing levels to suit most budgets, the Synapse is the new endurance-bike benchmark, but is it worth it?
By Aaron Borrill Published
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Look 785 Huez Pro Team Edition review: the French climbers’ bike that's in it for the long haul
A versatile climbing bike that's more than capable of big mileages
By Simon Fellows Published
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The FiftyOne Assassin reviewed: this thoughtful production gravel bike from a custom builder shines in versatility
Many gravel bikes ask you to choose: race-day weapon or pack mule, minimalist or all-terrain beast. The FiftyOne Assassin refuses to pick sides.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Best road bikes under £1800/$2400 - our group test sets four of the best around head to head
This road bike test reminded me just how far we've come and that there is performance on offer without spending a fortune
By Andy Carr Published
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Pinarello Grevil F launch - is this the Pinarello gravel bike you should buy?
Whilst it's not as light, aero or expensive as the Dogma GR, could its geo, forgiving ride quality, features, and integrated accessories make this a far more versatile off-road choice?
By Neal Hunt Published
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Pinarello launches 'lightest aero gravel race bike' Dogma GR - first ride review
Light, aero and incredibly expensive are standard for a Pinarello Dogma, but how does that translate to trail time?
By Neal Hunt Published
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Frog 38 review - the smallest pedal bike just got even smaller and even better
Making the jump from scoot bike to pedal bike has just got a lot easier for even the smallest of riders.
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Tadej Pogačar's weapon of choice, the Colnago V5Rs, reviewed: Not a bike that WOWs but one that wins you over
Fast, refined, relentlessly capable...but be prepared to pay the Tadej Tax for it
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Pearson Forge endurance road bike on test
British brand with deep roots taking on the bigger manufacturers
By Simon Richardson Published
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Easygoing and plenty capable, the Van Rysel GRVL AF 2 delivers on a $1,399 budget
The GRVL AF 2 is an affordable gravel bike that punches well above its weight—and looks good doing it
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
