Advice
What is a gravel bike? These are the features that define a gravel bike
Thinking about buying a gravel bike? We've got the basics covered
The safest road, mountain bike and urban helmets as rated by Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech has rated 264 cycling helmets for safety, with the top helmets all featuring MIPS
Best cycling sunglasses and glasses in 2025 | 20 sets of shades rated and reviewed
Top-rated cycling glasses to protect your eyes out on the road or trail
Bike components explained: a jargon buster for all of the key frame, wheelset and groupset parts on a bicycle
Get your head around headsets, drivetrains, derailleurs and more
Recipe: these tahini banana bread muffins are the perfect indulgent mid-workout snack for plant-based athletes
This Michelin-starred chef's muffin recipe is a satisfyingly semi-savoury vegan sweet treat
What's new?
Save money by making your own energy drinks – this is how you do it
Save cash with homemade sports hydration
Best mountain bike pedals 2025 | 34 of our favourite flat and clipless MTB pedals
Our pick of the best flat and clipless pedals
Tandem bikes: everything you need to know about cycling's dorkiest niche
Our in-depth guide has all the information you need to get started with a tandem
7 ways to make your road bike lighter – and 1 of them is free
How to embrace your inner weight weenie without going bankrupt
Are you a cyclist who wears glasses? You need to read this guide
A buyer's guide to prescription (Rx) cycling glasses
Buying Guides
The best body armour for mountain biking | Top-rated chest and back protectors tested
If you’re hitting the descents hard, knee pads aren’t enough – it’s time to armour up
Best short-nose saddles 2025 | 10 of the best short saddles
Our top-rated short-nose saddles for road and gravel riding, plus how to pick the best short saddle for you
Best road bike helmets 2025, from entry-level to high-end
Top choices rated from MET, Specialized, Giro, Kask, Lazer and many more
Fitness and Training
BIkeRadar's fitness and training section is packed full of expert advice for those looking to improve their road cycling or mountain biking
Spent the winter glued to your turbo trainer? Here are 10 ways to get road-ready this spring
Essential tips to get match-fit for the road again
10 ways bike racing can keep you fit and fast as you age
How to maintain your competitive edge as you get older
Why your knees hurt from cycling – and how to treat common injuries
How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists
Health
Why analysing your sweat could unlock your performance potential, but scientists say there's a catch
Could a sweat test be the key to achieving your cycling goals?
Energy gels and drinks are killing your teeth – here's what you can do to protect them
An expert's advice on how to minimise the damage sports drinks and energy gels do to your teeth
Losing belly fat through cycling | Myths debunked and top tips
Top tips for getting leaner, healthier and faster
Nutrition
Expert advice on nutrition for cycling including what you should eat when riding a bike, advice on supplements and dietary requirements plus healthy recipe ideas
Michelin-starred chef and British Cycling consultant wants you to eat less meat – here are 5 delicious vegan recipes to try
In Plant Powered Performance, Alan Murchison turns his attentions to vegan food and we share five delicious recipes from the new recipe book
Cycling nutrition: everything you need to know, according to the latest science
Nutrition basics, how to manage your feeding when riding, DIY options and more
Best cycling recovery drinks in 2025: our favourite carb and protein mixes for post-ride refuelling
Find the best recovery drink for your riding and learn more about post-ride recovery in our buyer's guide
Sizing and Fit
Mountain bike sizing guide: What size MTB do I need?
Use our guide to help you determine your perfect size of mountain bike
How to get the right handlebar reach for comfortable and efficient cycling
Why you shouldn’t ignore the size and shape of your handlebar
Road bike sizing: what size bike do I need?
Use our guide to ensure you choose the correct frame size
Skills and Technique
We beat the pros on Europe's toughest climbs – here's how we did it
UK riders Illi Gardner and Ed Laverack have set records on some of Europe's toughest climbs. They share their tips for success
Which muscles does cycling work and how can you train them?
Key muscle groups used when riding and how they're employed
Pro cyclists struggle with these 6 skills – but here's how you can master them
From Thibaut Pinot’s skittish descents to Tadej Pogačar’s struggles on hot days, even pro cyclists aren’t perfect. Expert coaches show how you can turn a weakness into a strength
Workshop
5 suspension setup mistakes you’re probably making (and how to avoid them)
Our tamed World Cup mechanic is here to help with his top tuning tips
How to adjust the handlebar height on your bike
Why and how you should experiment with bar height
Your MTB suspension is probably great – but tuning it could make it even better
We speak to J-Tech Suspension to find out how you can get the most out of your shock and fork