Advice
What are smart bike lights and should you use them for your cycling?
Smart bike lights improve your visibility and alert you to vehicles. We explain whether they're worth the investment and recommend our favourites
How to get your gravel bike ready for winter
Essential setup tweaks to take the sting out of winter gravel riding
Winter training for cyclists: how to make this your best winter yet
Five tips to get the most out of your training
Basic bicycle safety check: make sure your bike is safe to ride with the M check
Make sure adult and kids' bikes are safe to ride using this beginner-friendly walkthrough and video guide
How to teach a kid to ride a bike in 30 minutes
Skip the stabilisers and teach them to ride properly in as little as half an hour
What's new?
Wahoo's smart range explained – every KICKR smart product outlined
Wahoo’s extensive range of KICKR indoor training products gives you a wide choice of options to suit your needs and budget
Zwift racing explained: everything you need to know about setup, categories, formats and tactics
Channel your inner racer without leaving your house
How to lubricate your bike chain in three easy steps
Take care of your chain to extend its life and keep your bike running smoothly
Six ways to improve disc-brake performance
Optimise and maintain your hydraulic disc brakes with these top tips from our resident mechanic
Bike light laws in the UK: what you need to know
Flashing or steady lights? How bright is too bright? We explain everything you need to know about bicycle light laws in the UK
Buying Guides
Best heart-rate monitors for cycling, as reviewed by BikeRadar
We rate the best chest straps to measure your heart rate while cycling
Mountain bike rear suspension: the ultimate guide to how MTB suspension types work
How the most popular MTB suspension designs work, plus their advantages and shortcomings
MyWhoosh vs Zwift: How do the two indoor training apps compare?
Two of the biggest virtual indoor cycling apps compared
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
Cycling in the mountains: 10 tips for tackling high-altitude rides
Heading for the hills? Here’s your expert guide to conquering the toughest climbs in 2025
Beginner’s guide to indoor training: all you need to get started
Find the right space, training equipment and workout to boost your fitness
9 tips for creating the perfect indoor training setup
Make your indoor cycling setup something to be proud of
Health
With Sir Chris Hoy's new memoir out today, here's what you need to know about prostate cancer – and how to get tested
The inspirational Sir Chris Hoy recently announced his prostate cancer was terminal. Here, BikeRadar examines the cancer that affects one in eight men in the UK
How to get more sleep. And why a good night's rest will make you a better athlete
Dr Sarah Gilchrist explains why sleep is so important for exercise and how to be sleep strategic
The rise of testosterone doping: why amateur athletes are turning to the performance-enhancing hormone
Testosterone is becoming a common training tool, but where does it stray into performance enhancement?
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
Best cycling recovery drinks in 2024: 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
Protein for cycling: are you eating enough to recover fast and get stronger?
We explain everything cyclists need to know about this muscle-building micronutrient
Fuel like Tour de France riders with these recipes from a pro cycling chef
Tour de France pro chef Hannah Grant shares five recipes loved by elite riders that will boost your cycling performance and electrify your taste buds
Sizing and Fit
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
Q-factor explained: why it matters to cyclists and how to adjust yours
Q-Factor or stance width can affect your pedalling efficiency and comfort, but it’s tricky to get right
Skills and Technique
How to survive winter mountain biking – 7 tips from Bernard Kerr
Pivot Factory Racing’s Bernard Kerr brings you his top tips for keeping the fun going when it’s grim outside
Cycling in the snow: Our top tips on how to stay safe and have fun in icy conditions
Cold conditions call for extra care – or specialist equipment
8 tips for cycling at night: How to ride confidently and safely in the dark
Our tips on how to stay safe when riding at night
Workshop
How to wrap handlebar tape in 8 easy steps
Follow our step-by-step guide to get your bar tape looking neat and tidy
How to set your suspension sag for the perfect mix of grip and support
Follow our easy steps for setting your suspension sag on forks, air shocks and coil shocks
How to set up your mountain bike suspension for the best performance
Our essential guide to MTB suspension setup will help your bike work at its best