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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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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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Rudy Project Nytron helmet review: an everyday aero option
The Nytron is Rudy Project's entry in the burgeoning 'everyday aero' helmet category, combining ventilation and wind-cheating slipperiness
By Tim Russon Published
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Ekoi R Aero helmet review: performance in the field appears to match what the lab testing suggests
Used by several WorldTour teams, its been developed to perform at the highest levels and comes with a price tag to match its lofty credentials
By Andy Turner Published
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Fizik Vento Powerstrap Aeroweave review: turn up the heat, outdoors or in
A highly ventilated road shoe that’s as much at home for indoor training sessions as it is in hot climes
By Simon Fellows Published
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Apidura Aero System review: now your luggage can save you energy
Small but perfectly formed, the Aero System bags from Apidura not only hold a bit of kit but also help streamline your bike
By Tim Russon Published
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Smith Ultralite sunglasses review: Brilliant lens with zero fogging
Retro-styled sunglasses that perform flawlessly in most conditions
By Aaron Borrill 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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MAAP Alt_Road Cargo Bibs 2.0 Review: Can they stand up to the demands of a UCI gravel race?
We tested the bibs at the 100km Graean Gravel World Gravel Series event to see how they faired
By Andy Turner Published
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From bikepacking to racing, the ENVE Foundation AG25 gravel wheelset aims to do it all
We tested the do-it-all gravel wheelset, that makes good use of ENVE's carbon experience but do come at a price premium compared with some other wheels.
By Tim Russon Published
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Panaracer GravelKing X1 TLR Review: plush, confidence inspiring, and rapid in a straight line
The Colour Edition X1s proved to be a supple allrounder with plenty of durability
By Andy Turner Published
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Rapha Pro Team III bib shorts Review: possibly the most comfortable bib shorts I’ve worn yet
The chamois proves to be the star of the show but there are other impressive performers, too.
By Andy Turner 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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Pas Normal Studios Mechanism Bib Shorts Review: stylish, comfortable and great for fast-paced riding
A superb fit and a high quality chamois are the headline acts of PNS's Mechanism bibs
By Andy Turner Published
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Pas Normal Studios Mechanism Jersey Review: Plenty of style with functionality to match
Improvements to the fit and the addition of a zipped pocket make this 2025 edition a worthy reboot
By Andy Turner Published
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Rapha Pro Team Ghost bib shorts Review: highly breathable shorts that are great for hot weather but do have their drawbacks
but long leg length and straps seems at odds with this purpose
By Andy Turner 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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Rapha Pro Team Ghost Jersey review: amazing in hot weather but a specialist by design
Designed to rapidly wick moisture away from the skin, the jersey utilizes a specialised fabric to achieve its goals
By Andy Turner 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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Castelli Aero Race 8S jersey Review: Castelli are back on track with my favourite jersey on the market right now
Superb breathability combines with a great fit and aero credentials to make for a high-performing race-focused jersey
By Andy Turner Published
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Ciovita Apex Polartec Adventure Gilet- Could this be the most versatile item of clothing in your cycling wardrobe?
Light, warm, breathable, and packable, Ciovita’s Adventure gilet has an uncanny ability to be just right, whatever the weather
By Neal Hunt Published
