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Detailed bike, kit and accessory reviews from the experts at Cycling Weekly, helping you buy with confidence.
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Review: rigid and roomy, Topeak’s unassuming Tubular Barbag may just be one of the best
We reviewed Topeak's newest bar bag, the Tubular Barbag. It's performed well and became an immediate favorite. Here's why.
By Samantha Nakata Published
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Velocio Women's Signature jersey review
Supreme comfort and versatility but the fabric isn't without its flaws
By Emma Silversides Published
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dhb Aeron Lab Raceline Women's Short Sleeve Jersey 3.0 review
The latest version of dhb's pure race jersey boasts the most technical fabrics to-date but not everyone will find the cut at the shoulders to be optimal
By Emma Silversides Published
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MAAP Evade Pro Base Jersey 2.0 review - I got my first Strava KOM wearing this
A comfortable and high quality jersey for the summer months
By Tom Davidson Published
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Cannondale Topstone 4 review - great frame; 'pragmatic' spec
An excellent ride and versatile frameset. It's a great value bike - but do consider whether the spec really meets your needs
By Adam Becket Published
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GT Grade Elite gravel bike review – a good bike let down by its brakes
The GT Grade Elite is a good entry point to gravel riding. It would make a good commuter or winter training bike, too
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 8 Di2 review - fast and keenly priced; a little chattery on rougher roads
The Aeroad packs a suite of neat features and is up there with the fastest aero bikes
By Simon Smythe Published
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Pinnacle Race SS Jersey review - a no-frills option that's excellent value right now
A good jersey that isn’t noteworthy for any particularly good features but nor does it have any glaring problems
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Castelli Aero Race 6.0 jersey review - more versatile than its name suggests
Despite the streamlined fit, the Aero Race 6.0 remains comfortable for long rides - and has proved robust enough to be a summer staple
By Tom Couzens Published
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Altura Endurance Short Sleeve Jersey (men's) review
A versatile year round jersey, which can be worn as a single layer in the height of summer or as part of a layered system in winter
By Paul Grele Published
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Cannondale Topstone Carbon 3 review: a sublime blend of exuberance, speed and comfort
US brand's signature gravel bike comes in various guises and even without the Lefty fork it still delivers
By Joe Baker Published
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The Moots Routt YBB gravel bike: a soft-tail gravel steed for the rowdiest days
We rode and tested the Moots Routt YBB, a titanium gravel bike with 20mm rear-end suspension. Here's what we thought.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Pearson On and On review - a very British gravel bike
An aero carbon gravel machine from the world's oldest bike shop
By Simon Richardson Published
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Specialized Crux Pro review - light, responsive and versatile
The performance-driven Crux Pro can work as gravel racer, cyclocross machine and even a capable road bike - but is it overpriced?
By Tom Couzens Published
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Ergon SR Allroad Core Comp Men Review - a gravel saddle that smooths rough roads
An affordable, comfortable saddle offered in two different widths
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Tour de France: Unchained review - Tense and insightful must-see television
Netflix does it again with its behind-the-scenes Tour de France documentary, although Tadej Pogačar's absence is notable
By Adam Becket Published
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Bryton Gardia R300L Rear Light & Radar review
A very neat little unit that combines a rear light and radar to keep you better informed about traffic
By Paul Grele Published
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Castelli Unlimited Jersey review - high performance without a tight fit
The Castelli Unlimited Jersey is a decent and comfortable 'all-road' jersey
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Trek Ballista MIPS road bike helmet review
An aero option that offers both premium safety and premium quality
By Charlotte Broughton Published
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BMC Teammachine SLRO1 Four review - a sublime all-rounder
Stiff yet comfortable, aerodynamically enhanced but climbs like a dream, the SLR01 Four is worthy of attention
By Tom Couzens Published
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Maurten Bicarb System review - an old concept gets new life, but how useful is it for amateur cyclists?
Sodium bicarbonate has long been used to help professional athletes eke out an extra percentage point in their performances, but bicarb spells trouble for most GI systems. Has Maurten cracked the code?
By Kristin Jenny Published
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POC Ventral Tempus MIPS Review - A helmet for riding in the rain, and being seen
Bright, light and comfortable, but not cheap
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Castelli Competizione bib shorts review - affordable bibs ideal for shorter rides
Despite their competitive price point, the Competizione shorts feel luxurious and benefit from trickle-down tech
By Tom Couzens Published
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Garmin Forerunner 255 review - no-frills smartwatch with premium functionality
Most of the sports and health tracking of Garmin's top-of-the-range watches but at a much more affordable price
By Simon Smythe Published
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Cannondale’s Compact Neo e-bike: lots of style, moderate functionality, hard-to-beat price
We review Cannondale's smallest and lightest e-bike yet.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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The 36kg Himiway Zebra e-bike is a heavyweight haulage solution
A heavyweight e-bike for hauling loads
By Tom Epton Published
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Jelenew Glider Short Sleeve Pro Jersey review - so luxurious, it’s no surprise the designer used to work for Chanel
Super comfortable - provides the best figure-hugging fit out of all the jerseys I’ve ever tested
By Anna Marie Abram Published
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Rapha Rainproof Essentials Case – Large review
The Rapha Rainproof Essentials Case is a well made cycling phone case that keeps rain, road spray and sweat out while sitting comfortably in a jacket pocket
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Garmin Edge Explore 2 computer review - user friendly, well priced with a focus on the journey
A welcome antidote to the super expensive computers that do too much and cost too much for most people
By Simon Smythe Published