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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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Prime Doyenne 56 Carbon Disc review
The Prime Doyenne 56 wheels look good and ride well
By Jack Elton-Walters Published
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Suplest Edge+ 2.0 Road review - a stiff shoe that breathes
The Edge+ 2.0 delivered plenty of stiffness and comfort but the single BOA dial isn't ideal
By Tom Epton Published
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Boardman HYB 8.6 review - a well specced hybrid that delivers good value with a performance to match
A durable, reliable bike that is at home both on city streets and on longer, more relaxed rides
By Luke Friend Last updated
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Giant Defy Advanced 1 review
Giant's Defy moves into more versatile territory with an updated frame and bigger tire volume
By James Bracey Last updated
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Ribble Endurance 725 'Base' model review: a stylish year-round training bike
Made from Reynolds 725 steel, the Ribble Endurance delivers a comfortable, if not slightly heavy, ride
By Stephen Shrubsall Published
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Velocio Women's Foundation Bib Short review - a lower priced option with an easy-pee system
Compression bib shorts with a fuss-free easy-pee design
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Sportful Classic Women's Bib Shorts review - sometimes simple is the best
A great-performing pair of bib shorts without any unnecessary bells and whistles
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Rapha Women's Core Bib Shorts review - not just for Sunday best
All the quality you'd expect from Rapha but without the eye-watering price tag
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Adidas Velosamba cycling shoes review
The Velosambas ace the look, but are just too stiff for full urban use
By Anna Marie Abram Last updated
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Shimano 105 R7100 Di2 review - a brilliant groupset albeit expensive
105 Di2 makes Shimano's electronic shifting more accessible - but this isn't a 'groupset for the people' in the way the mechanical version always was
By Sam Gupta Last updated
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Stainless, toxin-free and sustainable: the Bivo water bottle is unlike any other bidon, but does it work for cycling?
Bivo's reinvention of the traditional water bottle is metal, non-squeezable, uses a straw, not light and yet, I'm a happy convert
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Ribble Gravel SL Pro review - more for ultra-riding than a snappy racer
A curious combination of an aggressive riding position paired with bikepacking practicality
By Stefan Abram Published
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Thule Smartphone Bike Mount review - simple, effective and very secure
Functionality is great, but an out-front option would be appreciated and it is quite chunky
By Andy Turner Published
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Aventon Abound E-Cargo Bike review: a reasonably priced, surprisingly fun cargo hauler
We tested Aventon's Abound e-Cargo Bike and came away impressed
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Schwalbe Marathon Plus tire review - robust and reliable
...because life's too short to be fixing unnecessary punctures
By Paul Grele Published
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Specialized Tone MIPS helmet review - no unnecessary extras and an equally minimalist styling
An excellent urban helmet designed for people who want affordable comfort and safety during the morning commute
By Adam Jones Published
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Specialized Turbo Vado 4.0 e-bike review - integration-packed option that puts you into a comfy upright position
A powerful and fun bike, even if it is a little heavy...
By Paul Grele Last updated
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Bollé Halo React MIPS helmet review - high quality commuter lid with integrated lights
The famous French manufacturer’s top-of-the-range commuter helmet blends classic styling with a host of contemporary features that tick all the right boxes for today’s eco-conscious rider
By Adam Jones Published
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Specialized/Fjällräven Räven Anorak review - stylish and super versatile
Gravel riding, city cycling, hiking, café catch-ups, evenings at open-air theatres... there aren't many jackets which have you covered for quite such a variety of situations
By Tom Epton Published
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Gocycle G4i review - stylish folding e-bike offers practicality and fun at a price
An electrified urban explorer with designer looks and a designer price tag
By Rob Spedding Published
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Poc Propel sunglasses review - Roads? Where we're going we don't need roads
Poc go full sci-fi in the quest for speed and efficiency
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Bont Vaypor S road shoe review - heat mouldable, these relieve pressure points
Super stiff, loads of size options and heat mouldable to tweak the fit but only if you have lots of money to spend
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Apple AirPods Pro 2 review - excellent for both indoors and out, better if you have an iPhone
The noise-cancellation is great for blocking out the indoor trainer; as is the Adaptive Transparency for allowing in the sounds of road traffic
By Andy Turner Published
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Boardman SLR 8.6 review - great value but the frame outclasses the components
An affordable and dependable workhorse
By Andy Turner Published
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Tailfin Top Tube Pack review - the all new range has been a resounding success
if you're fussy about details, this could one for you
By Stefan Abram Published
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Kask Utopia Y - we test the aero model's latest iteration
A high-quality aerodynamic road helmet that looks the part and performs very well
By Charlotte Broughton Published
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Sportful Loom Thermal Long Sleeve Jersey review - a versatile lightweight option
Great for those inbetween-y temps and pairs well with a baselayer for cooler mornings
By Tom Epton Published
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Specialized Diverge Comp E5 review - front end comfort on the bike that promises to do it all
The front end dampening from the Future Shock makes its way down to the affordable end of the Diverge range
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Adidas The Gravel Cycling Shoe review - three-striped style turns to the trail
Adidas go full-on gravel chic with a new off-road shoe
By Rachel Sokal Published