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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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When is cold actually cold? Arguably, it's a very subjective answer, and one that, when reviewing the Universal Colours Women's Mono Bib Tights, I pondered a lot.
If beauty is in the eye of the beholder, then temperature must be on the skin of the holder.
By Hannah Bussey Published
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'A neat little helmet our young tester was happy to wear': Lazer's Nutz KinetiCore 2.0 helmet reviewed
Easy to put on, adjust and live with, the Lazer Nutz will help keep your kids rolling along.
By Simon Richardson 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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Apple AirPods Pro 3 Review: A brilliant indoor training accessory and more, but not without issues
Improved noise cancellation, longer battery life, but instances of a chirping sound mean improvements in some areas but foibles in others
By Andy Turner 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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Rapha Pro Team Shadow Long-Sleeved Jersey review: full weather protection shines in foul conditions
At its best when the weather is at its worst and perhaps more of jacket than a jersey because of this.
By Andy Turner Published
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Attaquer’s OrbKnit jersey quickly climbed to the top of my kit pile — here’s why
When the small size didn’t quite fit me, my partner tried it on, and soon enough, we were both reaching for the OrbKnit time and again
By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published
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Universal Colours Mono Long Sleeve Jersey review
Can low tech lift the weight of the shoulder seasons and keep you warm enough on the bike?
By Hannah Bussey Published
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ENVE G Series Gravel In-Route Handlebars review - wide, lovely and pricey
ENVE's G Series Gravel In-Route Handlebars sit right at the top of the gravel bar tree price-wise, but do they justify the expense?
By Tim Russon Published
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MAAP Alt_Road LS jersey 2.0 review: an off-road and adventure specialist
The addition of merino brings greater versatility while the valuables pocket is game changer
By Andy Turner Published
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Assos Equipe RS Spring Fall Jacket S11 Review: a cold-weather fast-paced specialist jacket
Ideal for faster paced rides in cooler conditions, but lacks weatherproofing while some features are hit and miss
By Andy Turner 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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Santini Unico Edge Bib Shorts review: Comfortable, stylish and expensive
A lovely pad, seamless construction and gripperless legs differentiate Santini's Unico Edge Bib Shorts from the crowd, but there is a price to pay - literally.
By Tim Russon Published
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Sportful Fiandre Shift jacket review: top level tech at a more affordable price
Performs superbly across a range of temperatures with several highly practical features for cool weather riding
By Andy Turner Published
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Rapha Men's Pro Team Winter Tights III Review: built for the harshest of conditions
Impressive weather resistance with great thermal properties and a superbly comfortable chamois
By Andy Turner Published
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I’d trust Thule’s RoundTrip bag to carry my $12,000 bike anywhere — though the very feature that makes it so distinctive was left behind, literally
Thule’s latest RoundTrip bike case is the most secure soft travel bag I’ve used, but it’s heavy, spendy, and its integrated work stand never even made it to check-in.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Woom Ready Kids’ Bike Helmet Review: a clever design that puts many adult helmets to shame
Comfortable, well designed and functional with several features I’d like to see more regularly on adult helmets
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Castelli Do.Di.Ci jacket review: The perfect changeable weather race pace jersey, save for one thing
Effective across a wide range of temperatures with its Ristretto fabric a claimed 12 times more breathable than GoreTex's Windstopper
By Andy Turner Published
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WTB Riddler/Raddler SG2 gravel tyres review: grip and speed for dry and rocky terrain
Mixing-and-matching WTB's Riddler and Raddler gravel tyres to see if they offer the key to grip and speed
By Tim Russon 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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Mavic Cosmic S 42 wheelset review - do the brand's cheapest carbon wheels offer good value?
As the entry point into Mavic's illustrious Cosmic wheel range, the S 42s are their only offering in the competitive sub £1,000 carbon wheelset market
By Tim Russon 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 heavy price to pay for that off-bike inconvenience': Sidi Physis off-road shoe review
Sidi's Physis off-road shoe offers plenty of stiffness, with all the advantages and disadvantages that that entails
By Tim Russon Published
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Echelon EX-5s review: a real competitor to Peloton and this one might just charm you off the proper smart trainer too
With convenience the real key to forming good habits there's a lot going for this kind of exercise bike, even if you're a 'proper cyclist' who has overlooked them before – if you can get past the obvious differences
By Hannah Bussey 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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Unflashy, unfazed and built to last: Mavic’s flagship Allroad SL Carbon gravel wheels reviewed
After years of turbulence, the French wheel pioneer is back with a refined, all-condition carbon wheelset that proves that durability never goes out of style
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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