reviews

The low-profile design increases dexterity while still packing plenty of protection against the cold

By Hannah Bussey Published 22 January 26

The Ekoi RR 29 is a 29mm road tyre that offers brilliant white sidewalls, a lightweight construction, and fast rubber. Yet, is it really worth its premium pricing?

By Logan Jones-Wilkins Published 21 January 26

The Addict RC Pro ticks all the boxes for a premium, lightweight bike, but it’s not the model in the range I’d buy…

By Aaron Borrill Published 21 January 26

Possibly the most packable fully waterproof gilet around but it is quite short

By Andy Turner Published 19 January 26

Second-generation Met Trenta perfects the lightweight helmet blueprint and is among the highest-scoring helmets ever tested by Virginia Tech

By Aaron Borrill Published 18 January 26

High-loft Polartec Alpha insulation delivers winter warmth in a light, compressible package

By Anne-Marije Rook Published 15 January 26

Lightweight, 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 14 January 26

A £5 price cut does little to detract from that painfully high cost, but everything about this jacket has got better

By Andy Turner Published 14 January 26

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 12 January 26

Novel aero endurance all-road bike that prioritises both speed and comfort

By Simon Fellows Published 12 January 26

Large and highly effective cargo pockets are a definite highlight

By Andy Turner Published 10 January 26

The 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 9 January 26

Designed 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 7 January 26

Many of the pros of the Shadow Jersey but fewer cons as well

By Andy Turner Published 5 January 26

Perhaps 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 31 December 25

The 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 29 December 25

Designed to deliver plenty of breathability during high-intensity rides in cool, dry weather

By Emma Silversides Published 27 December 25

A race day specialist from Assos that delivers where it promises to do so

By Andy Turner Published 24 December 25

If 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 22 December 25

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 19 December 25

They may let the water in, but, vitally, they keep your hands warm

By Andy Turner Published 19 December 25

An impressively lightweight, full-frame sunglass design that’s stylish enough for everyday wear

By Tyler Boucher Published 18 December 25

A versatile base layer that performs brilliantly in a wide range of temperatures.

By Emma Silversides Published 17 December 25

A no nonsense pair of winter tights that do everything they need to do pretty well

By Tim Russon Published 17 December 25

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 16 December 25

Multi-layer construction is impressive in wet weather

By Andy Turner Published 15 December 25

A 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 12 December 25