Biking For Beginners

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

Best road bike helmets in 2024 | 20 of our favourite road helmets from entry-level to high-end

Top choices rated from MET, Specialized, Giro, Kask, Lazer and many more

Best mountain bikes for £1,000 in 2024 to help you start mountain biking on a budget

Got a grand to spend on a mountain bike? These are the ones to look at…

The best backpacks for commuting and urban riding

The best backpacks for commuting and urban cycling in 2024

Mountain bike groupsets: the complete guide to SRAM, Shimano, TRP and Microshift drivetrains

Shimano, SRAM and MicroShift – the complete hierarchy explained

Road bike sizing: what size bike do I need?

Use our guide to ensure you choose the correct frame size

Women's bike size guide: find the right mountain bike, hybrid, gravel and road frame with our women’s bike size charts

How to find the right size bike

Beginner's guide to cadence: what it is, why it matters and how to improve yours

We also explain how cadence affects power and suggest cadence training sessions.

Drivetrains explained: all of the parts that make your bike go

Everything you need to know about bike drivetrain systems and components

Road bike groupsets: everything you need to know

Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo – the component levels explained

How to lose weight through cycling: 13 tips to help you shed the pounds

The best ways to get fitter and lighter on the bike

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

Why do my knees hurt? Cycling knee pain explained and how to manage it

How to identify and treat specific overuse knee conditions for cyclists

Updated | Cycle to Work scheme explained: everything you need to know about buying a tax-free bike

How you can grab a bike at a bargain price and get commuting

Best hybrid bikes 2024 | Top-rated hybrid bikes and our buyer's guide

The best hybrid bikes for a range of budgets

Best commuter bike | What's the best bike for commuting in 2024?

Hybrid, electric bike, road bike, gravel bike or mountain bike – let us guide you through the commuter bike options

How to measure a bike frame: our complete guide to sizing a bike

Fundamental measurements so you can compare frames like-for-like

Road bike fundamentals | All the parts and details that make up a road bike explained

The anatomy of a road bicycle

27 reasons to take up cycling | How bike riding can boost your brain power, fitness and more

Essential reasons to take up cycling

Mountain bike wheel sizes: 26in, 650b and 29in explained

How to choose the right wheel size for you

The complete guide to bike gears | Bicycle transmissions explained

A beginner's guide to gears and how to use them

Best mountain bikes under £750 2024 | Top-rated affordable mountain bikes

5 top mountain bikes ridden and rated by our expert team of testers, that won't break the bank

How to fix a puncture on a bike | Video tutorial and easy step-by-step guide with tips

Beginners step-by-step guide to patching and repairing a flat tyre on a bike