Latest articles by Luke Friend
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What is the best tire size and tread pattern for gravel bikes?
We take you through how to (quickly!) determine which gravel tires will suit you best
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Toyota launches its first electric cargo bike - but it’s only available in France
Available through 300 car dealerships, the bike can carry loads of up to 100kg with a stated range of 60 miles
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Zwift launches Scotland, the new world designed specifically for the 2023 Esports World Championships
Zwift Scotland features five new routes for training and racing including a crit circuit in Glasgow, which will also host the real-life 2023 UCI World Championships
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Parcours teams up with Classified to offer Powershift options across all its spoked wheelsets
Innovative British wheel brand unites with disruptor Belgian hub manufacturer
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Redesigned DT Swiss 350 hubs are lighter but just as 'dependable' - and still come in a rim-brake version
Legendary road hubs updated to include 36t ratchet and redesigned hub shell and axle
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Brooks teams up with artist Jeremy Collins on a limited-edition B17 saddle
The iconic saddle features a laser-etched design inspired by the US artists' bikepacking trip across the Italian Dolomites
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What is the secret new bike tech behind LAB71, Project Black and 795RS? We go codebreaking...
What we know so far about the unreleased bikes and components from Cannondale, Specialized and Look...
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Strava aquires FATMAP mountain adventure mapping platform
3D mapping technology will be enabled in all Strava services giving its subscribers the 'full FATMAP offering'
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New POC Propel sunglasses 'introduce aerodynamic gains to eyewear'
Worn by the EF Education teams, the Propel is designed to smooth airflow to improve a rider's aerodynamic profile
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Bastion unveils limited-edition ArchAngel road bike: 'the most highly specified production bike ever released'
The Australian brand's ArchAngel road bike is limited to 88 pieces and uses 3D-printed lugs
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Fabian Cancellara and Assos rejoin forces: four-time world champion's Tudor Pro Cycling team announces multi-year clothing deal
Iconic Swiss clothing brand teams up with legendary Swiss rider's team for the 2023 season and beyond
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Cycling holidays in the UK: Britain’s best road and gravel destinations for a low-cost break
Taking your bike abroad is expensive but with miles of great riding on your doorstep staying close to home can be just as rewarding
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New Orbea Gain e-road bike boasts "massive" battery range and a "natural ride" feel
The Gain claims to deliver a synergy between the rider's efforts and the motor assistance to make you "forget you're riding an e-bike"
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KMC introduces dedicated e-bike sprockets and chainrings to the US market
The chain supremo adds Shimano and Bosch-compatible components to go alongside its existing range of e-bike chains
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Unreleased Cannondale SuperSix Evo 4 breaks cover at the Tour Down Under
EF's Alberto Bettiol pictured on the new bike, and UCI frame list confirms there will be three models
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Is this Look prototype the 795 RS and where will it fit in its race bike line-up?
WorldTour team Cofidis are currently riding the prototype that cuts an aero all-rounder silhouette
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2023 WorldTour bikes and equipment - guide to what the men's and women's pro teams are riding
This year sees the return of Look and Bianchi to the peloton plus new bikes from Colnago and Cannondale...
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'Traces of cracking' within the fork of Scott's Speedster Road and Gravel bikes prompts international recall
Internal testing shows 'traces of cracking' within the fork steerer on various models...
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Deda Elementi Trenta 2 gravel wheelset review - light and snappy but a little too firm to be called comfy
A performance-orientated set of carbon hoops with solid all-road and gravel riding credentials
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American Classic Aggregate gravel tire review - solid performance at an affordable price
The relatively low price tag may suggest a budget offering but does the Aggregate punch above its weight?
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Tech of the Month January: Potential updates from Shimano and SRAM, new bikes for 2023 and the Colnago V4RS
We discuss possible updates to SRAM and Shimano groupsets as well as the road bikes most likely to be see a redesign in 2023...
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2023 road bike releases: what are the models we expect to see updated in the next 12 months?
Some big names are long overdue a refresh...
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Is an updated SRAM Red AXS groupset on the way?
Images snapped at the recent Movistar training camp as well as World Cup CX races show newly shaped levers that could indicate a Red refresh for 2023
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The best aftermarket aero bars for triathlons and time trialling
The best aero bars can optimize your TT position and help you save watts.
