Advice
Brain fog is the curse of modern life – but these 10 simple fixes will banish fuzzy thinking
Fuzzy thinking can cloud your mood, your decisions and your work performance. Here are 10 simple ways to blast away brain fog and restore your mental clarity
The best rearview radar bike lights 2026, reviewed and rated
A rearview radar can up your situational awareness. We tested the latest models on the market from the likes of Garmin, Wahoo and Lezyne to find the best for you
Best mountain bike helmets | Top-rated helmets for trail riding
The best helmets for cross-country and trail mountain biking
The complete guide to buying a used bike, from navigating eBay to what questions you should ask
Advice to help you buy a second-hand bike with confidence
Cycling training can be bafflingly complex. This top coach wants to show you an easier way
University of Zaragoza professor Sebastian Sitko reveals 5 ways to navigate the maze of modern training
What's new?
Your cycling kit is wearing out too quickly – here's how to make it last (and save money in the process)
Save money and cut down on waste by showing your gear some love and attention
Best women's cycling shorts | 10 of the best women's shorts for cycling tried and tested
Our pick of the most comfortable and practical women's bib shorts
I’m a pro bike mechanic and these 5 common maintenance mistakes can wreck your bike
From contaminated rotors to dirty chains, these are the easiest things your should avoid doing when working on your bike in order to have a better time when out riding.
SRAM Eagle Transmission explained – everything you need to know about the T-Type MTB drivetrain family
SRAM Eagle Transmission comes in a range of electronic and mechanical variants – our essential guide breaks down all the options
Best hybrid bikes 2026: top-rated flat-bar bikes for commuters and beginner cyclists
The best hybrid bikes for a range of budgets, plus our in-depth buyer's guide
Buying Guides
Best mountain bike pedals 2026: 38 of our favourite flat and clipless MTB pedals
Our pick of the best flat and clipless pedals
Best hardtail mountain bikes in 2026: top-rated hardtail MTBs and our buyer's guide
Our pick of the best hardtail mountain bikes over £2,000, under £2,000, under £1,500 and under £1,000
These are the best GPS bike computers tested by BikeRadar
The best GPS cycle computers for road and mountain bikes from Garmin, Wahoo, Hammerhead, Bryton and 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
9 tips to survive cycling in the heat, from how much to drink to why you should take a hot bath
How to stay hydrated, fuelled and safe when cycling in the heat
10 solo cycling tips to elevate your riding
Want to stay motivated, focused, self-sufficient and in control when riding on your own? Here’s our ultimate guide to the art of solo cycling
5 ways to make your riding fun again, from ditching your bike computer to MTB orienteering
Has your cycling experience stagnated? Spice up your riding with these top tips
Health
"I can go from leading a race to being dropped": if pollen allergies wreck your rides, here's how to fight back
Seasonal allergies affect 25% of riders, but there are ways to beat hay fever – and the competition
"Be honest with me" – 10 things your doctor wants you to start doing now
From eating more fibre to getting more sleep, Dr Sheikh Mateen Ellahi reveals the easy health upgrades we should all focus on
Can cyclists' huge consumption of sugar trigger diabetes? Some experts are sounding the alarm
Pro-level carb strategies have filtered into amateur cycling, but eating like Tadej Pogacar when you don’t ride like the Slovenian could be sabotaging your metabolic health
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
Cyclists should tread carefully when it comes to intermittent fasting, say experts – here's why
It does have its place, according to sports nutritionist Will Girling, but the pitfalls are numerous
This is what you should eat to fuel your rides – sports nutritionists reveal what's in their cupboards
Unlock the real-life food habits of nutrition pros – practical, performance-focused staples you can adopt today
“It was horrific, so much diarrhoea” – eating 11kg of oats in a week was this ultra-cyclist's hardest challenge yet
How Brennan King completed an endurance test of epic proportions
Sizing and Fit
This is why your knees hurt when cycling – and here's how to fix them
How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists
Bike sizes for kids | How to find the right size bike for your child
Make sure your child feels comfortable and confident on their bike
Gravel bike geometry and sizing: everything you need to know
Demystifying the numbers behind your frame design, and how to choose the best gravel bike and size for you
Skills and Technique
Want to start road cycling? These are the 17 essential skills you need to know
Work on these aspects of cycling to improve your road skills, enjoyment and safety
The 10 things I wish I knew when I started cycling (don’t make the same mistakes)
With the benefit of hindsight, Mark Bailey looks back on the biggest errors he made when he took up cycling
Cycling in the snow: our top tips on how to stay safe and have fun in icy conditions
Cold weather calls for extra care – or specialist equipment
Workshop
10 essential bike maintenance tips for beginner cyclists
Learn how to keep your bike safe and smooth-running
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
Spring is finally here, but is your mountain bike ready? These are the 10 steps you need to follow
Essential tune-up advice for mountain bikers
