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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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Warmth without bulk: Ornot's Alpha Winter Gloves reviewedHigh-loft Polartec Alpha insulation delivers winter warmth in a light, compressible package
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Pearl Izumi Summit Alpha Gloves review: a surpsingly warm polartec-equipped barrier for mild winter and shoulder season ridingLightweight, dexterous and surprisingly warm, these 'winter' gloves deliver the kind of warmth you’d expect from a glove twice their size and price
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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'The price is obscene, but this is the best jacket I've ever tested:' The £630 Assos Equipe RS Johdah Ultraz S11A £5 price cut does little to detract from that painfully high cost, but everything about this jacket has got better
By Andy Turner Published
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Sidi HiemX Gore-Tex winter cycling shoes - Could this winter boot actually be the ideal UK multi-season option?Typically, a winter boot is just for the hardy souls that head out in the depths of winter, but these could be just the ticket for those who like to ride in changeable conditions.
By Neal Hunt Published
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3T Strada Italia review: you can have it all – precision, performance and plushnessNovel aero endurance all-road bike that prioritises both speed and comfort
By Simon Fellows Published
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MAAP Team Bib Evo Thermal Cargo Tights Review: wonderful performance, but for a high price and some longevity concernsLarge and highly effective cargo pockets are a definite highlight
By Andy Turner Published
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The most surprising bike I rode in 2025: the Pinarello Grevil F3 reviewedThe Grevil F is a modern gravel bike that understands that long events still involve attacking, cornering and sprinting — and that the best thing about riding bikes is playing on them
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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The Xtracycle Hopper kept my kids and me safe in a crash, but it’s still a few features short of a five-star reviewDesigned to compete with the rise in direct-to-consumer offerings, the Xtracycle Hopper is an affordable e-cargo bike from one of the original American cargo bike innovators
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Rapha Pro Team Shadow Gilet Review: Top level protection and more usable across seasonsMany of the pros of the Shadow Jersey but fewer cons as well
By Andy Turner Published
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Q36.5 Adventure Jersey: a versatile gravel-biased jerseyPerhaps better known for their road products, Q36.5's Adventure range caters for gravel riders, with pieces that include this Adventure Jersey
By Tim Russon Published
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Canyon Endurace:ONfly CF 8 review: an e-bike that feels like a tailwind, at lastThe promise of e-bikes was an easier ride, but with strict limits on the intervention from the motor, they’ve struggled to find relevance in the road category - this new TQ-equipped Endurace moves that dial.
By Andy Carr Published
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Castelli DO.DI.CI Women's jacket review: filling a gap in Castelli's range, but will it be forever chasing the Gabba's legendary status?Designed to deliver plenty of breathability during high-intensity rides in cool, dry weather
By Emma Silversides Published
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Assos Equipe RS Shell Jersey S11 Review: an innovative take on an aero race giletA race day specialist from Assos that delivers where it promises to do so
By Andy Turner Published
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Deuter Compact 14+3 Backpack review: well-made, comfortable and practical both on and off the bikeIf you prefer to carry your kit for the day on your back, then the Deuter Compact 14+3 is well-made, comfortable and nicely thought out.
By Tim Russon Published
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Yomo 20: A good bike with plenty of adjustment for growing kids20 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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Assos Rain Gloves P1 Review: Wetsuit technology for your handsThey may let the water in, but, vitally, they keep your hands warm
By Andy Turner Published
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As a reviewer, I get asked about prescription cycling glasses more than any other gear — and the Roka San Remo sunglasses stood out in my latest testAn impressively lightweight, full-frame sunglass design that’s stylish enough for everyday wear
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Sportful Merino Long Sleeve Women's Base Layer review: cold-weather comfort without any bulk.A versatile base layer that performs brilliantly in a wide range of temperatures.
By Emma Silversides Published
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Gobik Absolute 7.0 Bib Tights review: great fit, comfortable pad and attractively pricedA no nonsense pair of winter tights that do everything they need to do pretty well
By Tim Russon Published
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Do the Continental Dubnitals live up to the Race Kings as the best big gravel tyre?Few tyres caused the stir that Continental’s Race Kings made last year, and we finally got to put them to the test
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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Q36.5 Winter Rain Gloves Review: Impressive waterproofing for knitted glovesMulti-layer construction is impressive in wet weather
By Andy Turner Published
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Sidi Aertis review: a gravel shoe comfy enough for brief hike-a-bike sections, on-trend enough for ‘lit’ café stopsA lightweight, minimalist shoe with moderate sole flex that works a treat for long periods on the bike as well as short forays on foot into the wilds (or cafés).
By Simon Fellows Published
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After testing Specialized’s $700 Remco Torch shoes, I’m not smitten — and that’s a good thingFor the gear-obsessed climber who counts every gram, the Torch Remco may feel like forbidden candy. But for most riders?
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Fizik Kudo Helmet review: sleek, comfortable but expensiveBetter known for its saddles and shoes, the Italian brand's well-vented Kudo is designed for road and gravel
By Tim Russon Published
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Q36.5 Adventure Vest review: highly insulated core protectionA windproof gilet on steroids, the Adventure Vest includes targeted insulation to keep your core protected
By Tim Russon Published
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Silca Elettrico Ultimate Inflator - Impressive performance from a premium productWhether used in the workshop, on the trails or by the side of the road, the Silca Elettrico Ultimate Inflator packs a punch, but at the expense of portability
By Tim Russon Published
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The Standert Pfadfinder is more than just another retro steel bikeA 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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Rudy Project Kelion glasses review: year-round protection from dawn to duskPremium photochromic cycling eyewear, as seen perched on the noses of Team Bahrain Victorious
By Simon Fellows Published
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MAAP Pro Aero Jersey Review: a proper race day specialistUpdated aero features and greater breathability make for a World Tour worthy jersey
By Andy Turner Published
