Features and Tests

The road to Il Lombardia: a complete guide to the 2024 Italian Autumn Classics

By Dani Ostanek published 4 October 24

Analysis The route information, start lists, and contenders for the week of races from the Giro dell'Emilia to Il Lombardia

Funding complications, absent greats and tactical quandaries – Gravel World Championships talking points

By Simone Giuliani published 3 October 24

Analysis A closer look at key issues kicking up dust on run-in to third edition of UCI gravel world title chase

PSA: Why this cheap water bottle is my favourite new winter cycling accessory

By Will Jones published 2 October 24

Tech If you ride on country lanes, especially near livestock, you need to pay attention

Best cycling overshoes - Keep your feet warm and dry during the winter months

By Tom Wieckowski last updated 2 October 24

Buyer's Guide The best cycling overshoes offer protection from the elements and will keep your feet warm

Gravel bike vs hybrid bike: understanding the differences

By Paul Norman last updated 2 October 24

Feature What's the difference between a gravel bike and a hybrid bike, and which one should you buy?

Best tubeless sealant: keep your tyres inflated and your wheels rolling

By Josh Ross last updated 1 October 24

buyer's guide Prevent punctures and seal snakebites with the best tubeless sealant

Witnessing generational talent - World Championships road races in pictures

By Pete Trifunovic published 1 October 24

The best images from a legendary final weekend of racing in Switzerland as Kopecky doubles down while Pogačar writes his name into the record books yet again

Ironing out the ‘growing pains’ – Plotting the rapid evolution of UCI Gravel

By Simone Giuliani published 1 October 24

Interview Discussing growth, extra US rounds for 2025 and next steps with UCI Gravel World Series manager Erwin Vervecken

Lab tested: Which road bike tyres are the fastest?

By Will Jones published 30 September 24

Member exclusive

We ran 24 race-ready tyres through an efficiency rig to see what the real world differences are

'I clearly flew too close to the sun' – Awe and resignation in Zurich as Tadej Pogačar burns off Worlds field

By Barry Ryan published 30 September 24

Feature Peloton acknowledges that new world champion was simply in a race of his own

Key questions left unanswered by UCI and David Lappartient after Muriel Furrer's death at Zurich Worlds

By Barry Ryan published 28 September 24

Analysis UCI president's press conference in aftermath of fatal crash marked by digressions and deflections

Shimano road bike groupsets: know your Tiagra from your Dura-Ace Di2

By Benjamin Page last updated 27 September 24

feature From range-topping electronic Di2 12-speed systems to entry-level, this detailed guide outlines the comprehensive range of Shimano road groupsets

How to measure a bike frame

By Paul Norman published 27 September 24

how to All the measurements that go to make up a bike’s geometry explained

State of the nation: Analysing Slovenia's 2024 Road World Championships teams

By Jackie Tyson published 27 September 24

Analysis Small country brings big options in elite men's road race with Tadej Pogačar and Primož Roglič

Best bike lights 2024 - Front and rear lights to keep you safe both day and night

By Will Jones last updated 26 September 24

Buyer's Guide The best bike lights help you see, be seen, and keep you safe when cycling on the road

Best bike saddle bags: On-bike storage for your tools and spares

By Tom Wieckowski last updated 26 September 24

Buyer's Guide Use one of the best saddlebags to easily and safely transport your tools and spares on the bike

UCI Road World Championships medal table

By Kirsten Frattini published 26 September 24

Feature A complete record of all the 2024 medal winners in Zürich

State of the nation - Analysing Belgium's all-star 2024 World Championships team

By Barry Ryan published 26 September 24

Analysis Already four medals and one world title in, Belgium will be hunting road race glory to complete the nation's exceptional season

State of the nation: Analysing the Netherlands' 2024 Road World Championships teams

By Kirsten Frattini published 25 September 24

Analysis Mathieu van der Poel, Demi Vollering and Marianne Vos give the Dutch squad rainbow potential

Mixed relay still struggling to capture the imagination at World Championships

By Barry Ryan published 24 September 24

Analysis After five years, team time trial event is still waiting for its Femke Bol moment