Tech

Scott Lumen, the latest Fox Dropframe Pro helmet and more

Plus a look back at the best stories of the week.

Fri, Jan 19, 2024 08:48
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Has the move to full internal cable routing on road bikes been worth it? We asked some experts to weigh in on cycling’s cable-tidy revolution

Bikes with all cables concealed look the part and are mooted as aerodynamic perfection... but they can also be a right pain in the proverbials for home mechanics. We asked those in the know if they think the positives outweigh the negatives

Thu, Jan 18, 2024 15:14
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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: check out the best gravel and adventure bikes

Whether you're after something quick and lively or a companion for a multi-day epic adventure, here are the 10 best gravel bikes we've reviewed over the past year – find out which is number one

Thu, Jan 18, 2024 12:00
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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: the best folding bikes

Find out which folding bikes we rate highest for commuting and more – from Brompton, B'Twin, Carrera...

Wed, Jan 17, 2024 12:00
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Mason unveils Definition 3.0: new features sit alongside time-proven geometry on updated all-season bike

The genre-defining long-distance bike has had a makeover for 2024. Find out what has changed…

Tue, Jan 16, 2024 21:45
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How does a product recall work in the bike industry?

As the consequences of faulty bike parts can be catastrophic, there's a lot at stake when it comes to product recalls in the industry. We spoke to some experts about their experience of big product recalls to explore how it all works

Tue, Jan 16, 2024 17:27
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road.cc Recommends Bikes of the Year 2023/24: we count down the best electric bikes

From practical folders to sporty rides, it’s time to check out the 10 best e-bikes that we reviewed in 2023

Tue, Jan 16, 2024 12:00
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How to maintain disc brake calipers – everything you need to know

Secrets to the sharpest-feeling hydraulic brakes

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 15:00
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Unveiling the ultimate cycling bargains: check out the road.cc Recommends Bargain Buys of the Year 2023/24

Of all the bikes, components, accessories and clothes we’ve reviewed over the past year, find out which offers the best value for money

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 12:00
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How to maintain disc brakes – everything you need to know

Secrets to the sharpest-feeling hydraulic brakes.

Mon, Jan 15, 2024 08:57
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Green with Enve: Spoon Customs’ head-turning limited edition XCR Izoard with Enve components

This bike is certainly a looker, and there's still a chance you could make someone green with envy and own one all for yourself

Sun, Jan 14, 2024 21:44
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What type of road bike should you buy in 2024? What’s hot, what’s not and all the advice you need to ensure your next bike is ideal for you

Whether you're looking for your next road bike or your first one, we're here to make sure your money goes further and your new bike is future-proofed for the foreseeable with all the bike-buying advice you need

Sat, Jan 13, 2024 12:00
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road.cc Recommends Components of the Year 2023/24: The best saddles, handlebars, groupsets and more from the last 12 months

Every month we select the best components we've reviewed for road.cc Recommends, then at the end of the year we pick the best of the best just for you – from Campagnolo, Prime, Prologo, Selle San Marco + loads more

Fri, Jan 12, 2024 12:00
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Specialized’s Stumpjumper, techy Lizard Skins grips and more

And a look back at this week's best stories

Fri, Jan 12, 2024 08:31
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road.cc Recommends Cycle Clothing of the Year 2023/24: all the best jerseys, jackets, tights, shorts, shoes and more

From sleek jerseys to comfy shorts and performance-focused jackets, check out the cycle clothing that delivers the ultimate in functionality and style – from Castelli, Rapha, Santini, Endura, DMT, and more

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 12:00
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Internal gear hubs – everything you need to know

How internally geared hubs work, are they worth it and what does that mean for your MTB or gravel bike?

Thu, Jan 11, 2024 09:41
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Check out the road.cc Recommends Wheels of the Year 2023/24

It’s time to announce the road and gravel wheelsets that impressed our reviewers most over the past year, from Campagnolo Roval, Enve, Prime, Scribe and more…

Wed, Jan 10, 2024 12:00
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Check out the most off-beat bike in the peloton: EF Pro Cycling’s Cannondale SuperSix EVO

Take a look at the impossible-to-ignore bike that Rigoberto Urán is riding this year, and find out why everything isn’t quite as it seems

Tue, Jan 09, 2024 21:45
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We reveal the road.cc Recommends Tyres of the Year 2023/24

Whether you’re looking for road or gravel tyres, here are the best that we’ve reviewed over the past year from Continental, Specialized, Pirelli, Michelin and more

Tue, Jan 09, 2024 12:00
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Six ways spending more can actually save you money

Sometimes spending a bit extra can actually save you money in the long-run.

Tue, Jan 09, 2024 09:23
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Five winter warmers from GripGrab, Gorewear and Velocio

Thermal gear is still timely and these warmers are what we've been testing recently

Mon, Jan 08, 2024 15:15
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Check out the road.cc Recommends Accessories of the Year 2023/24: the very best helmets, glasses, tools, bags & more

Gear Up! Take a look at the best-performing cycling accessories that we've reviewed over the past 12 months

Mon, Jan 08, 2024 12:00
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The history of the Strida folding bike, one of the most unusual city bikes ever made

Four decades after it was conceived as part of a master's project, the Strida with its 'A-shaped' frame still stands out. You can even roll it round when you're not riding it

Sun, Jan 07, 2024 21:44
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Maxxis Reaver tyres and kicks from Ride Concepts

Fresh gravel rubber and winter kicks make it into our first Five Cool Things list of 2024

Fri, Jan 05, 2024 08:20
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road.cc Recommends updated with 9 products including the Specialized SL8, Ribble CGR SL, Campagnolo Super Record Wireless + more

The scores on the doors are in for our last road.cc Recommends update before we kick off our awards season. Here are all the very best things we reviewed in December

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 15:02
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Gravel bike setup – everything you need to know

All the essential information for setting up your first gravel bike

Wed, Jan 03, 2024 15:00
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As he rides his final Tour de France, let’s take a look back at Geraint Thomas’s 2018 Tour-winning Pinarello Dogma F10 X-Light

Take a look at the lightweight bike that G rode to victory in the 2018 Tour, painted yellow for the final stage to celebrate his win

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 21:45
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What’s in store for cycling in 2024? road.cc shares some two-wheeled prophecies for the year ahead (which may or may not be completely rubbish)

Who’s going to win the Tour de France? What will the next revolutionary tech innovation be? And will a general election usher in a new era for active travel? We go crystal ball gazing…

Fri, Dec 29, 2023 18:00
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Gear of the year 2023 – Matt Page’s tech highlights

A look back at Matt's year of testing

Wed, Dec 27, 2023 13:00
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Gear of the year 2023 – Suvi Loponen’s tech highlights

These are Suvi's highlights from the past 12 months

Sat, Dec 23, 2023 13:00
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