Buyer's Guide

A guide to bike multi tools 2026 — get all the right bits to fix your bike’s bits and pick from our top-rated selection

From making tweaks on the fly to carrying everything you need on a ride, these are the best bike multi tools

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Everything you need to know about tyre levers, plus a selection of the best for cyclists

Need to shift some stubborn rubber? Make light work of puncture repairs and tyre swaps on your bike with the best tyre levers for the job to get you back on the bike

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Best torque wrenches 2026 — tighten your bike’s bolts with precision and avoid overtightening

Forget guesswork when doing up your bolts with our pick of the best torque wrenches

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Tacky recycled bike parts, useless multi tools and misogynistic t-shirts: Gifts not to buy for cyclists to avoid a festive fracas

It's Christmas time, and there's a need to be afraid... allow VecchioJo to help you on your quest to buy a suitable gift for the cyclist in your life by first swerving these cycling stinkers

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Christmas gifts for discerning cyclists — a guide to unearthing the ideal gift for the fastidious fussy cyclist in your life

Our self-confessed fussy VecchioJo steers you through some festive gifts for your similarly finicky friend

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Last minute Christmas gifts for cyclists – very last minute ideas + lots more for the cyclist in your life

You've left it late, but it's still not too late… here are some top cycling gift ideas, plus all you need to know about final online purchasing and delivery dates

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The best cycling gifts under £50 — our top budget-friendly Christmas presents

Here's our selection of practical, high-quality gifts to treat the cyclist in your life without breaking the bank

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Struggling with cold, wet feet on your rides? Check out our selection of the best cycling overshoes to keep your toes toasty whatever the weather

Keep your toes nice and toasty with our roundup of the best cycling overshoes

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Best e-bike conversion kits 2025 – motorise the bike you already have

Find out how to (safely) transform your regular bike with our guide to the best e-bike conversion kits

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Trek stars: The best electric touring bikes 2025

Versatile e-bikes for longer rides and multi-day trips

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Trek stars: The best electric touring bikes 2025

Versatile e-bikes for longer rides and multi-day trips

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Best e-bike conversion kits 2025 – motorise the bike you already have

Find out how to (safely) transform your regular bike with our guide to the best e-bike conversion kits

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Which groupset is best for your bike, and how much should you spend?

Everything you need to know about groupsets from Shimano, Campagnolo and SRAM with our in-depth explainer

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Is it time to make the switch to an electric bike pump? Our top electric pump picks plus everything you need to know about them

Cut down tyre inflation time and effort with our guide to the best electric bike pumps on the market

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Best e-bikes for under £2,000 (there’s even an e-cargo option)

Great e-bikes, sensible prices

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Best e-bikes for under £2,000 (there’s even an e-cargo option)

Great e-bikes, sensible prices

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Best electric bikes 2025 – the cream of the crop

We’ve reviewed a lot of e-bikes and these are our very favourites

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Best electric bikes 2025 – the cream of the crop

We’ve reviewed a lot of e-bikes and these are our very favourites

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Best mountain bike jackets 2025 — top weatherproof options for men and women

Stay warm and dry by investing in a mountain bike jacket, as recommended by our team of highly experienced MTBers

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How to choose the right waterproof cycling jacket — stay dry and keep riding whatever the weather

Chucking it down? Don't worry, here's our pick of the best waterproof cycling jackets to keep you dry in even the worst weather

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The best electric hybrid bikes – as tested by us test

Top-rated e-hybrids for leisure and commuting

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The best electric hybrid bikes – as tested by us

Top-rated e-hybrids for leisure and commuting

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Best gravel bikes 2025 — drop-bar bikes for off-road riding

Our pick of the most versatile gravel bikes on the market.

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Can you get a good quality electric cargo bike for under £3,000?

Yes – so long as you’re happy with a longtail design

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Can you get a good quality electric cargo bike for under £3,000?

Yes – so long as you’re happy with a longtail design

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Best MTB grips 2025 – top affordable options to revitalise the feel of your MTB

Everything you need to now about choosing the best MTB grips for you

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Want some pro race wheels without the price tag? Here’s the smart way to buy Tour de France-inspired wheels for less

Fancy a bit of what the pros are riding at the Tour without breaking the bank? Here are some more affordable race wheel alternatives from the likes of Shimano, Roval, Zipp, Enve + more

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Best electric commuter bikes 2025 – get to and from work without breaking sweat

Make your journey to work a breeze with an e-bike

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Best electric commuter bikes 2025 – get to and from work without breaking sweat

Make your journey to work a breeze with an e-bike

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Confused by Shimano’s huge range of mountain bike drivetrains? From CUES to XTR, here’s everything you need to know about Shimano MTB components

We dive into the specifics of all things Shimano shifting to make things easier when you're shopping for parts, or your next bike

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Best mountain bike pedals 2025 – the best options from XC to Enduro

From trail and XC to enduro and downhill mountain biking, here are our top picks from the best mountain bike pedals

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The pros and cons of belt drive e-bikes + a few recommendations based on our testing

Take your pick from folders, single-speeds, dual-speed motors and hub gears

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The pros and cons of belt drive e-bikes + a few recommendations based on our testing

Take your pick from folders, single-speeds, dual-speed motors and hub gears

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Best mountain bike helmets 2025 – top-rated head protection for the trail

From trail to enduro, here's everything you need to know about the best mountain bike helmets.

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Best folding e-bikes 2025 – our favourites from those we’ve ridden (and folded and unfolded)

Great electric folding bikes for everything from commuting to leisure – including one that’s (legally) controlled by a throttle

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Best folding e-bikes 2025 – our favourites from those we’ve ridden (and folded and unfolded)

Great electric folding bikes for everything from commuting to leisure – including one that’s (legally) controlled by a throttle

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Best gravel tyres 2025 — fast and grippy rubber for all conditions

Everything you need to know about gravel tyres and how to choose the best option for you.

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SRAM MTB drivetrains 2025: SX to XX SL Transmission explained

A deep dive into everything SRAM drivetrains including the new Eagle 90 and 70 systems

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Best electric bikes under £1,000 2025 – budget recommendations based on our testing

Yes, it is possible to get a solid e-bike for under a grand - but your options are limited

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Best electric bikes under £1,000 2025 – budget recommendations based on our testing

Yes, it is possible to get a solid e-bike for under a grand - but your options are limited

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How to build your own bike toolkit, a beginner’s guide — must-have tools for cyclists to carry out basic repairs

Ready to take on bike maintenance tasks and swerve more costly repair bills? This guide shows you how to build your own bike toolkit with all the essential tools for handling basic repairs

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The best electric gravel bikes 2025: why you should consider one and the pick of those we’ve ridden

Hit the towpath, bridleways, princess gravel and everything in between with an electric gravel bike

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The best electric bikes under £3,000, tried, tested and recommended by us

£3k is a fair chunk of change, even for an e-bike – let us give you a steer

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The best electric bikes under £3,000, tried, tested and recommended by us

£3k is a fair chunk of change, even for an e-bike – let us give you a steer

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Step-through frame e-bikes: what benefits do they offer and which one should you go for?

A few things to watch out for, plus some of our favourite bikes we've tested

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Step-through frame e-bikes: what benefits do they offer and which one should you go for?

A few things to watch out for, plus some of our favourite bikes we've tested

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Best hi-vis cycling jackets 2025 — be safe in low-light conditions

Make sure you're visible on the road with one of the best hi-vis cycling jackets

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Tested: The best electric single-speed bikes 2025

Top single-speed e-bikes, as reviewed by us

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Tested: The best electric single-speed bikes 2025

Top single-speed e-bikes, as reviewed by us

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Cycling base layers – a buyer’s guide

Your guide for choosing a winter base layer and 10 of the best

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