Features
Nick Clark | “And they say this sport is elite”: hardtails are amazing, but they've got no place at a World Cup DH
We look at the response from riders to Hardtail Man's qualification attempt
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
Crankbrothers' huge new pedals are designed to improve stability and reduce fatigue
The Stamp EVO pedals use two-material construction and concave platform shape
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
What's new?
6 small British brands you’ve never heard of making amazing bike tech
These bijoux British companies are keeping UK bike manufacturing alive
I tested two British gravel bikes costing £3,000 and £6,000 – the winner proves practical bikes are where you should spend your money
Pearson's On&On Race goes up against Ribble's Ultra-Grit
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
6 most important MTB tech developments of 2026 – and a hint of what's to come
We round up the mountain bike tech highlights of the year to date
8 pro cyclists who blitzed running a marathon (but who's fastest?)
We salute the retired and still-active riders who've conquered 26.2 miles – in some seriously impressive times
First Look Friday
Every cyclist, whether you're a road rider or mountain biker, loves new gear and First Look Friday is our weekly round-up of the most interesting, innovative and exciting products to land in the BikeRadar office.
From the latest gadgets to drool-inducing superbikes, via cutting-edge clothing and everyday accessories, there's something for everyone.
Check back every Friday for the latest instalment or take a look through the archive below.
These pedals use magnets to keep your feet on the bike – and they could help your ankle or knee pain
Magped's Gravel and Road2 pedals offer a safer, simpler system that you can release from in any direction
Arc'teryx enters MTB world with ridiculously expensive waterproof kit – and it's probably sold out already
Boutique outdoor brand unveils limited run of technical ‘Rhoam’ MTB hybrid waterproofs
Tubolito’s smart TPU tubes will alert you when it’s time to pump up your tyres
Pressure-sensing tech meets lightweight TPU tubes
Long Reads
Ever wondered how mountain bikes are launched? Behind the scenes with the new Pivot Shuttle AMPD in Finale Ligure
A blow-by-blow account of how a new bike is launched
Panda Podium’s Joe Whittingham on how Covid and Western hubris laid the ground for the rise of Chinese bikes
Chinese bicycle brands have captured the limelight, so we spoke to Panda Podium’s co-founder about what’s behind their meteoric rise
Made in China: why the country's cycling revolution should have Western brands worried
Chinese brands are on an upwards trajectory in quality, innovation and exposure. Warren Rossiter speaks to a few experts and predicts what will come to next
Opinion
Warren Rossiter | Endurance bikes have stopped flirting with gravel and that's a good thing
Endurance bikes have returned to being road-focused
Warren Rossiter | Big tyres and 1x groupsets ruled Paris-Roubaix – what does that mean for the future of road tech?
Warren is much more interested in the tyres and wheels that survived Paris–Roubaix than the featherlight ones used in the Tour
Simon says | Paris–Roubaix is the greatest spectacle in cycling and the sport desperately needs more races like it
Pro racing needs more courses that pose technical as well as tactical challenges
Bike Gallery
In BikeRadar's bike gallery features, we bring you a detailed look at the bikes, wheelsets, components and tech used by cyclists from all walks of life – from WorldTour tech to niche hill climb bikes, we've covered it all.
This is Wout van Aert’s Paris-Roubaix winning bike – and there’s nothing special about it
The Belgian superstar makes few concessions to the cobbles en route to conquering the Queen of the Classics
Revealed: Why the defending Paris-Roubaix Femmes champion has glued tubeless tyres to her wheels
Pauline Ferrand-Prévot sticks with Cervélo S5 aero bike in defence of her 2025 title
Paris-Roubaix tech | Pogačar will race Paris-Roubaix on enormous 38mm-wide tyres and a 1x drivetrain – but no tubeless inserts
35mm-wide tyres measure 38mm mounted to Pogi's ENVE wheels, while he ditches front derailleur for Queen of the Classics
BikeRadar Tech Q&A
Do you have a cycling question you want answered? Every month, we’ll select the most interesting questions and bring you an expert-level response from our unparalleled access to the greatest minds in cycling, both on the BikeRadar staff and across the industry. Send your questions to podcast@bikeradar.com
Your tech questions answered | Which British brands make a titanium Rohloff-equipped do-it-all bike?
There's a limited selection, so here are your options
Your tech questions answered | What’s the longest-travel 27.2mm dropper post I can buy?
Options are limited, but there are some quality choices on the market
Your tech questions answered | Where did the Shimano 105 name come from and what does it mean?
Why 105?
Racing
Meet the teenage star who could topple Pogačar – the incredible hype behind Paul Seixas in 5 numbers
Paul Seixas is pitched as France's best chance of a Tour win for a generation – these numbers explain why
How to watch the Amstel Gold Race 2026 | Global options for live TV and streaming
Start and finish times and viewing information for this year's Amstel Gold race
Warren Rossiter | Paris–Roubaix proved 1x drivetrains are the future of classics road racing – but Shimano will have to play catch-up
1x is winning the drivetrain competition when it comes to the classics
Routes and Rides
14 family-friendly UK bike rides to try, with ice cream stops included
Our favourite traffic-free, easy and fun bike rides to enjoy with kids
Icons of Cycling | Why a wash in Roubaix's showers is one of cycling's treasured institutions
The Roubaix Velodrome's showers are a relic of cycling's bygone days that should be celebrated
I rode Atherton's first eMTB with the new 1,500W DJI motor – and it was intense
The S.170E is Atherton's first electric mountain bike
Tech Features
5 Chinese mountain bike brands you need to know about
Chinese brands are making waves in the MTB market – here are 5 that should be on your radar
2014 vs 2026: how the Canyon Endurace has evolved from an endurance bike to a pro-level aero bike
Back in 2014, when Canyon introduced the Endurace, 25mm tyres were considered progressive
Neko Mulally won Sea Otter Classic DH using a 32in mullet bike – is any part of MTB safe from the controversial wheel size?
Could a race-proven mega-mullet setup combine the best parts of 29er and 32in wheel sizes to create the ultimate trail-slaying mountain bike?
