As gravel racing has shifted towards wider tires and rougher terrain, the previous model Grail was beginning to seem out of date. One of our editors actually owned one, and felt they were at an ...

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Just like lightweight design and carbon, the Addict name has become synonymous with road cycling like few other things in the drop-bar world. The first Addict was presented nearly two decades ago.

With the Crux 5, Specialized are unveiling the next generation of their gravel race bike. What started life as a stripped-back featherweight cyclocross bike has evolved into a more capable, ...

With the new Teammachine SLR 01, BMC gave their climbing and all-round race bike a thorough overhaul. But expectations are high – the Swiss brand has set a high bar for itself. After all, the ...

Gravel racing is no longer a niche phenomenon, as we already noted in our last race gravel bike group test. The increasing professionalisation of this segment means that races are getting faster and ...

For years, the Specialized Tarmac has been one of the most sought-after race bikes around. For many riders, the Californian all-rounder is the benchmark for modern road bikes, not least because ...

700C and 650B have established themselves as the two gravel bike wheel sizes to choose from. What exactly are the differences and which size is right for you? Our article addresses wheel size myths, ...

In the mountain bike scene, Evil Bikes are known for their radical approaches and innovative suspension concepts. When first looking at the brand new Chamois Hagar, it almost seems as if someone ...

The gravel and all-road bike markets keep growing. But what’s the difference and what should you look for? We interviewed the product managers of Cervélo and FOCUS, providing insights that will help ...

Let’s face it: when we see Tadej Pogačar flying up a climb solo at what seems like 40 km/h, his signature tufts of hair poking out of the vents, it’s hard not to admit he looks quite cool in his MET ...

What’s the best and most cost-effective upgrade you can buy for your road bike? A perfect tire. Nothing is as crucial for your safety as a good connection with the road and good puncture resistance ...