
Lapierre’s prototype XRM breaks XC convention by moving the rear shock down low
French brand goes against the grain with new suspension layout

Ridley ‘RS2’ prototype gravel race bike leans heavily into aero optimisation with massive head tube
Look out for the sculpted tyre clearance too…

6 small British brands you’ve never heard of making amazing bike tech
These bijoux British companies are keeping UK bike manufacturing alive

Rob Britton debuts Factor's new aero suspension gravel bike at the Traka 560
Up close and personal with the Unbound XL champ's new bike

Canyon's new unreleased Grail CFR is an aero bike with clearance for XC tyres
New gravel bike appears to be heavily influenced by the latest Endurace CFR

Charlie Aldridge's South Korea World Cup bike swaps electronic and mechanical tech as he targets victory
Aldridge's Cannondale Scalpel features Fox Live Valve suspension, a Lefty single-sided fork, four-piston XTR brakes and a mechanical dropper post

Bosch motor users can now get 120Nm torque to compete with Avinox thanks to free update
Performance Update 2.0 sees CX and CX-R motors get massive 41% torque increase

‘One day it’s Porsche suspension, the next a WorldTour hub’ – meet the wheel brand prioritising reliability over weight
Nearly 60 years of industrial know-how underpins Ursus’ quiet rise in the WorldTour

Crankbrothers' huge new pedals are designed to improve stability and reduce fatigue
The Stamp EVO pedals use two-material construction and concave platform shape

Rapha CEO Fran Millar: pro cycling “has been failed structurally and commercially”
Cycling brand publishes revised Rapha Roadmap in response to the UCI's consultation on the future of professional road cycling

Brit Evie Richards claims second in South Korea short track XC aboard prototype Trek that “may never hit store shelves”
We take a look at the British rider's prototype race bike as World Cup season gets under way

Bikes aren’t allowed on 78% of paths in England – Access laws for cyclists in the UK demystified
How to avoid breaking the law and tell the difference between footpaths, bridleways, restricted byways and byways

New BMC Kaius fits tyres up to 52mm wide – and solves the issues I had with the original
With new geometry, a lighter frame and huge tyre capacity, the new Kaius could be the aero-gravel racer I’d hoped the original would be

Frog Bikes sold to Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group after entering administration
Frasers Group has bought the children's bicycle maker for an undisclosed fee

Editor's Highlights

Simon says | If you think gravel bikes with fat tyres are just MTBs, you're wrong – here's why
Stop telling me to buy an MTB, I already have one

Avinox is taking over – here are 20 bikes you can buy with its incredible new M2 and M2S motors
We've rounded up the pick of the eMTBs with DJI's latest Avinox motors

British cyclist takes KOM on San Francisco's steepest street with 41% gradient
Harry MacFarlane matches mind-bending time on Bradford Street that's stood since 2020
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Latest Reviews

Review | Stashed’s LodeStar system is the Porsche 911 of cycling storage
This modular setup is by no means the cheapest option, but it’ll suit those who value versatility and a premium look

Review | Cinelli Aeroscoop is a fast and forgiving aero bike – but there's an issue for taller riders
Conceived as the ultimate race bike for amateurs looking for an edge, the aero optimisation comes second to fast handling and impressive comfort

Review | Fox Rampage RS is one of the best full-face helmets I've ever tested, but I don't love its looks
The new Rampage RS boasts more safety tech and a lighter weight than its predecessor

Review | The iXS Carve 1.0 helmet has ample safety tech, a comfortable fit and excellent storage for your glasses – as long as they're not too big
iXS’ latest lid is stuffed full of safety tech

First-ride review | Marin TAM XR blends cross-country efficiency and downhill capability – it's a riot to ride
The TAM XR is Marin’s take on an XC-style trail bike capable of munching the miles

Review | Brembo's GR-PRO is braking's worst-kept secret, but deserves your attention
DH-developed brakes are seriously impressive stoppers
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Gravel bike vs road bike: what are the differences?
They share drop bars, rigid frames and skinny(ish) tyres, but what exactly are the differences between a road and gravel bike?

What is a gravel bike? These are the features that define a gravel bike
Thinking about buying your first gravel bike? We've got the basics covered in this comprehensive guide

8 best ways to make your road bike lighter – and 1 of them is free
How to embrace your inner weight weenie without going bankrupt

Best gravel bikes in 2026: top-rated carbon, aluminium, titanium and steel gravel bikes reviewed
From bikepacking to gravel racing, our expert testers bring together the very best gravel bikes

13 of the best road bike tyres: our favourite tubeless and clincher tyres
The best tyres for racing, training and more…

Best free indoor cycling apps: 6 free alternatives to Zwift
Want to get training without paying? Here’s our guide to the best free indoor training apps to support your riding
Advice

How riding a bike smoothes the rough edges of ageing: "It's the playing that keeps you young"
We know cycling boosts our physical health as we age but can it also help us come to terms with getting older?

"Endurance fitness is rented, not owned" – how to regain fitness faster after detraining, according to an exercise physiology expert
From sudden injury to life’s inevitable interruptions, we break down how detraining saps your power, what it does to your body and how to bounce back faster than ever

10 things doctors wish men knew about testosterone
From diagnosis to treatments, testosterone is shrouded in myths, misconceptions and misinformation. Here are 10 key facts doctors want all men to know

5 things this cardiologist and British Masters track champion wants every cyclist to know about heart health
Dr Nigel Stephens reveals how you can ride your bike safely through the shadow of heart disease

10 ways to make bike components last longer, from easy maintenance to storage advice
Our handy money-saving hacks to prolong the lifespan of your bike

How Sir Chris Hoy's devastating prostate cancer diagnosis sparked a conversation about national screening
The campaign for better prostate cancer awareness has provoked important questions about the lack of testing and screening. Why are men dying unnecessarily?
