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Best commuter cycling shoes - Ride to work in comfort
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's guide The best commuter cycling shoes will get you to work in comfort and style
Best energy bars: High-carb snacks for on and off the bike
By Josh Croxton last updated
buyer's guide We've tested the best energy bars to provide fast refuelling for your rides
Best bikes for indoor cycling: Dedicated trainer bike options
By Paul Norman last updated
Buyer's Guide A bike dedicated to indoor riding will save set-up time and avoid wear on your outdoor bicycles
Best road bike wheels: Aero options for a faster ride
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide The best road bike wheels can make your bike faster and lighter
Best gravel bike helmets: Off-road protection and comfort
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide Maximise on off-road protection, ventilation and aerodynamics with the best gravel bike helmets
Best water bottles for cycling: Stay hydrated on the go
By Mildred Locke last updated
Buyer's Guide Keep hydrated for peak performance with one of the best water bottles for cycling
Best triathlon wheels: Top wheelsets for your bike leg or time trial
By Josh Ross last updated
Buyer's Guide The best triathlon wheels help you maintain speed and save watts
Best gravel race bikes – Eight options for every type of race
By Benjamin Page last updated
buyer's guide Our pick of the gravel bikes that will carry the most speed off-road
Best lightweight wheels: Lower weight for faster climbing
By Josh Croxton last updated
Buyer's Guide The best lightweight wheels can transform the way your bike rides and feels
Best women’s road bike saddles: Say goodbye to numbness and discomfort
By Charlotte Broughton last updated
Buyer's Guide Saddle-induced numbness is a thing of the past thanks to these innovative saddles
Best touring bikes: Machines for old-school, long distance riding
By Paul Norman last updated
Buyer's Guide The best touring bikes to load up for the long haul or just for local load-lugging
Best triathlon watches: Track your progress across all three legs
By Zach Nehr last updated
buyer's guide The best triathlon watches will give you easy transitions between legs and multisport tracking
Best aluminium road bikes: Lower-priced performance bikes
By Will Jones last updated
Buyer's Guide Here's our pick of the best aluminium road bikes available this year - a bike doesn't need to be carbon to go fast
Campagnolo groupsets explained
By Josh Croxton last updated
Unsure of the differences between Chorus and Record? This detailed overview of the Campagnolo groupsets should explain all
Best electric bikes under $1,000 / £1,000: Budget options to make your ride easier
By Paul Norman last updated
Buyer's Guide Here's our pick of the best electric bikes under $1,000 / £1,000 for commuters and off-road riders
Best budget electric bikes: Affordable options to give you a boost
By Paul Norman last updated
buyer's guide The best budget electric bikes add more power to your riding without the hefty price tag
Best gravel bikes under $1,000: Capable, affordable gravel bikes
By Paul Norman last updated
Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best gravel bikes under $1,000 (and separately, those under £1000) that will help you get off-road for less
Best bike chain lube: Increase efficiency and lower your servicing costs
By Tom Wieckowski last updated
Buyer's Guide The best bike chain lube will save you watts and prevent premature drivetrain component wear
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