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DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut DB 38 wheelset
The DT Swiss ARC 1400 Dicut DB 38 wheels are light, well built, a joy to ride – and a serious contender for one of the best all-rounder road wheelsets you can buy. They do everything well, including working easily with tyres of various widths, and considering what you are getting, the price is pretty … Read more
Shimano sales down 12% in 2024, but cycling components giant points to “signs of progress”
Shimano’s sales and income from bicycle components are significantly down on 2023, according to its latest financial results published today.The figures are for the first nine months of 2024, with sales in its bicycle components division down 12 per cent to 253,861 million yen (£1.27 billion), while the segment’s income has dropped by more than a … Read more
GripGrab AquaRepel 2 Water-Resistant Leg Warmers
The GripGrab AquaRepel Water-Resistant Leg Warmers live up to their name: they’re warm, comfortable and keep out the wet, working really well for cold or foul-weather rides.As you would hope, given that name, these are very impressive in terms of waterproofing. I used them several times in foul weather and nothing got through – whether … Read more
Best rear bike lights 2026 — increase your day and night visibility with a bright beam at the back
Over the years we’ve racked up thousands of cold, dark winter road miles to test hundreds of rear lights. From brilliant budget beamers to retina-ripping radiants that comand the attention of even the most inattentive drivers. Here are some of the best rear bike lights available, with quick links to our top picks just below, along with more … Read more
Everything you need to know about cycling shoes — from materials and sole stiffness to closure systems and cleat compatibility, make the right choice when selecting your bike shoes
Cycling shoes are far more than just a style element, providing the crucial contact point with your pedal system whether that’s a flat or clipless pedal. If you’re just starting out on your cycling journey or are considering upgrading your bike shoes, it can be difficult to know which genre is right and where your money is best spent … Read more
How to increase your cycling motivation in winter — essential tips to keep your spirits up on the bike when the temps drop
For cyclists, winter poses a unique challenge when it comes to motivation, with the cold, dark, and often wet conditions sometimes making anything seem like a better idea than venturing out on your bike. It’s surprisingly easy to talk yourself out of going for a ride, isn’t it? So, to help make winter cycling more enjoyable, we’ve rounded up 10 top tips … Read more
Cycling UK and British Cycling urge Labour to “significantly increase” active travel budget to 10% of transport spending
A coalition of academics, health groups, cycling organisations and other major bodies have written to Labour’s Chancellor Rachel Reeves calling for active travel funding to be increased to 10 per cent of the overall transport budget.Cycling UK, British Cycling, Greenpeace, The Centre for Mental Health and The Association of Directors of Public Health are among the … Read more
