Commuter

Best cycling backpacks 2026 — carry your kit comfortably and securely on daily commutes and weekend adventures

Whether you need to carry your laptop to work or space for lunch, the right backpack can make your commute more comfortable. Here's our round-up of the best cycling backpacks

Thu, Sep 17, 2026 14:04
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How to get more out of your commute — top tips to become a fitter cyclist by riding to work

You've got to get to work anyway, so why not boost your fitness too?

Wed, Sep 16, 2026 13:35
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Trek unveils lightweight Domane+ SL e-road bike and new Inbound+ electric city bike

New Domane+ SL is Trek’s longest-range e-bike ever, and its lightest too, with models from 11.1kg; Trek also unveils Inbound+ urban e-bike and a new e-bike-certified Charge WaveCel helmet with integrated daytime lighting

Thu, Sep 10, 2026 15:00
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Merida Speeder gets a gravel makeover with space for 50mm tyres and an £800 entry point

Long-running flat-bar road bike gains bigger tyres, extra mounting points and tweaked geometry for greater comfort and off-road versatility, while the Speeder 100 drops to £800

Fri, Aug 14, 2026 08:00
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Brompton unveils P Line Mk II folding bike

London brand refines its lightweight performance folder with carbon fork and new components

Thu, May 07, 2026 00:01
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Drivers could save £4,000 during fuel crisis by swapping to a cargo bike, new research suggests

Cycling campaigners note electric cargo bike sales are "way behind" other European countries, with just 4,000 sold in 2022, compared with 70,000 in France and 90,000 in Germany

Tue, Apr 28, 2026 13:17
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Best cycling commuting gear 2026 — ride to work in comfort and style

Stay comfortable and stylish both on and off the bike with our selection of top commuter cycling apparel

Tue, Feb 17, 2026 09:38
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In the aftermath of tube strike chaos, 28% of Londoners say they are now more likely to cycle in future

Bike hire firms admit spike in cycle traffic "exceeded expectations", as campaigners urge politicians to deliver on cycling's "huge untapped potential as a safe, healthy transport mode"

Fri, Sep 26, 2025 14:44
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Stranded by Tube strikes? Try one of these London cycling routes instead

Join the thousands of commuters getting on their bike this week to beat the disruption

Wed, Sep 10, 2025 16:28
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Is the Tube strike turning London’s cycle lanes into “mosh pits on wheels”? Cyclists claim commute is “carnage” due to red light jumpers and hire bikes – but others say increased demand proof that better, wider cycleways needed + more on the live blog

Welcome to the Wednesday live blog! Ryan Mallon’s back with your midweek round-up of all the latest cycling news, views, and maybe, just maybe a proper finish at the Vuelta (though I wouldn’t hold my breath on that one)

Wed, Sep 10, 2025 08:58
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