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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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Brooks England Scape Handlebar Pouch review – tidily-made and convenient place to carry your stuff
Good-looking bag with enough capacity for day rides but can we please have something better than straps to mount it?
By John Stevenson • Published
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The new Giro Aries Spherical reviewed: lighter than the Aether, safest of them all
Backed by a #1 safety rating from Virginia Tech, the new Aries is Giro’s lightest and safest performance helmet with Mips Spherical Technology yet
By Anne-Marije Rook • Published
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Hollowgram R45 wheelset review - stealthy looks and sticking with hooks
Hollowgram's R45 wheels follow the current trend for more affordable carbon wheels - plus they keep your tire and PSI options open with traditional hooked rims
By Sam Gupta • Published
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Fizik Tempo Decos Carbon review - a great all-rounder with head-turning colours
The Italian brand does it again with high-quality kicks that fit straight out of the box
By Adam Jones • Published
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Zwift Hub smart trainer review - a 'no brainer' for anyone looking to start to their indoor training journey
Affordable, easy to set up and with an impressive list of features, is the Hub the best entry-level trainer on the market?
By Sam Gupta • Published
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Garmin Forerunner 955 Solar review - easily the best value option from Garmin's solar range
From tracking your rides to telling you how much REM you had through the night, this GPS watch has a lot to tell you
By Simon Richardson • Published
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LifeLine EVA Bike Pod review - will a $220.00 / £199.99 do the job?
A budget priced bike box that does the job, but is not without issues
By Paul Norman • Published
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Deda Elementi Trenta 2 gravel wheelset review - light and snappy but a little too firm to be called comfy
A performance-orientated set of carbon hoops with solid all-road and gravel riding credentials
By Luke Friend • Published
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Garmin Rally XC200 off-road dual-sided power pedal review - ideal for the data-driven gravelistas
All the capabilities of the Garmin Rally power pedal encased by the popular Shimano SPD off-road clipless pedal body
By Rachel Sokal • Published
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American Classic Aggregate gravel tire review - solid performance at an affordable price
The relatively low price tag may suggest a budget offering but does the Aggregate punch above its weight?
By Luke Friend • Published
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Fizik Vento Ferox Carbon review - super robust gravel bike shoes with good breathability
Velcro retention won’t suit all - especially at this price point - but the Vento Ferox Carbon are super stiff, lightweight and employ a very impressively wear-resistant upper
By Anna Marie Abram • Published
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Fulcrum Racing 4 C17 wheelset review - one of the few solid options left for rim-brake bikes with tight clearances
Whilst many brands opting to drop rim-brake wheels from their ranges, Fulcrum has been continuing to maintain its models - we find out how the latest iteration stacks up...
By Andy Turner • Published
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New Loox Varo Backpack Pannier review - detachable shoulder straps will work for some, but there are more elegant solutions
A decent two-in-one pannier and backpack but dual purpose comes with plenty of compromises; it's not remarkable at being either
By Emma Silversides • Published
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SKS Bluemels Basic fenders / mudguards review – good, but the clue’s in the name: they’re pretty basic
The latest version of the classic SKS Bluemels design is fairly good at keeping you dry, but fiddly to install
By John Stevenson • Published
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Specialized Air Tool Road review - a sleek, high-volume mini-pump
A fast and effective pump when you have your hands in the right places
By Rachel Sokal • Published
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Litelok X1 review - the self-proclaimed 'next generation angle-grinder resistant D-lock'
Wrapped in an eco-friendly rubber, the Litelox X1 balances weight with high security to create a high quality lock that's easy to use
By Tom Epton • Published
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Bontrager NCS Fenders / Mudguards review – easy to fit and effective protection
Elegant mudguards made from tough polycarbonate with built-in mudflaps
By John Stevenson • Published
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Techalogic CR-1 Rear Light and Camera review - inexpensive and effective, but not as sleek as the competition
If recording events from your bike is important then this Techalogic has got your back covered...
By Paul Grele • Published
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Prime Primavera 44 road wheels review - superb hoops at an excellent price
These aren't the lightest wheels on the market and they don't make the boldest aerodynamic claims - but at this price we wouldn't expect them to be. This is an excellent set of wheels and excellent value, too
By Andy Turner • Published
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Shimano 105 R7100 Di2 review - a brilliant groupset, but more expensive than we hoped
12-speed electronic 105 costs more than 11-speed mechanical Ultegra ever did. 105 Di2 makes Shimano's electronic shifting more accessible and is brilliant in so many ways - but this isn't a 'groupset for the people' in the way the mechanical version always was
By Sam Gupta • Published
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Tacx Neo Bike Plus Trainer review - excellent, but expensive
The Tacx Neo Bike Plus brings a raft of incremental improvements along with its substantial increase in price. It is very, very good, but also now further out of reach for many
By Andy Turner • Published
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Outbound Lighting’s Detour Road & Gravel light: a powerful self-contained package
Outbound Lighting's Detour light is a reliable no-wires-no-hassle light for commuting, gravel adventures and bikepacking alike
By Anne-Marije Rook • Published
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Altura Grid Field Jacket review - nice, but better for dog walking than bike riding
A good-quality all-purpose jacket that has a couple of cycling features built in
By Simon Smythe • Published
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Sidi MTB Gravel Shoes review - durable gravel shoes with additional foot protection
There are cheaper alternatives, but if you’re a die-hard Sidi fan looking for a more relaxed off-road shoe, this could be the one for you
By Stefan Abram • Published
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Raceface Aeffect Pedal review - a little chunky but an accessible entry to full metal flat pedals
For what they lack in elegance they make up for with robust, dependable durability
By Stefan Abram • Published
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Shimano RX8R Gravel Racing Shoes review - a race-oriented shoe with extra protection from debris
We review the new Shimano RX8R gravel racing shoes.
By Tyler Boucher • Published
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Endura Pro SL 3-Season Jacket review - for temperature regulation-weenies everywhere
An incredibly versatile jacket that significantly undercuts the competition on price
By Stefan Abram • Published
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Ortlieb Commuter Daypack Urban Line backpack review - simple and effective
The bike luggage experts go all chic with a backpack for the stylish commuter
By Rachel Sokal • Published
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Fizik Terra Atlas gravel bike shoes review - a great option at the entry level
A great shoe that will tick all the boxes for most people’s general riding
By Anna Marie Hughes • Published
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