Road bike reviews
Shopping for a new road bike? Discover the must-haves and the always-avoids with reviews from Cycling Weekly.
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Specialized S-works Tarmac SL8: how does it stack up 12 months on?
With stiff competition released in 2024, how does the Tarmac stack up now...
By Joe Baker Published
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Argon 18 Sum Pro review: one of the best race bikes that's not in the WorldTour
Lightweight, incredibly supple, and engaging on twisty roads, the Argon 18 has impressed me from start to finish
By Joe Baker Published
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Look 795 Blade RS review: great handling and supreme stiffness
The Look 795 is smooth, and responsive out of the saddle
By Joe Baker Published
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Van Rysel RCR Pro review - is it a superbike killer?
The most hyped bike of 2024 ridden and reviewed. Does the Van Rysel RCR Pro live up to expectations?
By Joe Baker Last updated
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Liv Langma Advanced Pro 0 review: Does it really get any better than this?
Liv's latest Langma provides a near-perfect mix of price and performance
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Review: Specialized Roubaix SL8 Expert, built for long, epic days in the saddle
We put the latest version of Specialized's enduring pothole tamer through its paces
By James Shrubsall Published
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Giant TCR Advanced SL 0 review: the best climbing bike of 2024
Find out exactly why the Giant TCR is our best climbing bike of 2024
By Joe Baker Published
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Merida Scultura 6000 Di2 offers impressive spec and performance at a remarkable price
World Tour race bike with electronic gearing delivered at an affordable price point
By Rachel Sokal Published
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You had me at fender mounts: The Enve Melee reviewed
We review the Enve Melee, a carbon bike from the Utah-based brand that is making its WorldTour debut this season.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Scott Addict RC 10: A plush ride and a bike full of hidden integrations
The Scott Addict RC 10 might not have much wow factor, but getting to know this bike in the Surrey lanes was well worth it
By Simon Richardson Published
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Fairlight Strael 3.0 review - modern, versatile steel road bike with a sublime ride
Ready to adapt to varying roles across different seasons, this wonderfully comfortable bike delivers everything you need and is packed with fine detail
By Luke Friend Last updated
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Salsa Warbird C review: A gravel race bike for the people
The original gravel race bike is offering an experience few brands still do, is it right for you?
By Josh Ross Published
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Wilier Granturismo SLR review - proves that comfort can be fast (if you're happy to pay for it)
A bike that blends compliance and agility for a fantastic ride, but limitations prevent the all-dayer becoming an all-roader
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Unmatched value for the money: Decathlon's Triban RC 520 reviewed
The Triban RC520 is undoubtedly one of the best value for money road bikes on the market.
By Joe Baker Published
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Is the Pinarello Dogma X an all-road bike? Our thoughts after 50km of road and gravel riding
A softer Dogma F with space for 35mm tyres
By Joe Baker Published
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The Factor O2 VAM is light and stiff - though we had to check some QC concerns
The Factor O2 VAM is 6.3kg of pure superbike
By Joe Baker Published
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Giant Propel Advanced Pro 1 bike review - fast, fun and a fraction of the cost of flagship aero bikes
The SRAM Rival AXS-equipped Propel is an aero all-rounder with an exceptional price-to-performance ratio
By Simon Smythe Published
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Specialized Tarmac SL8 first ride review - no wonder the internet got excited
The latest iteration of Specialized's WorldTour race bike claims to be its 'fastest ever'. But how does it ride?
By Sam Gupta Published
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Trek Madone SLR 7 Gen 7 review - very fast and very expensive
The latest Madone may have a hole through the seat tube but we couldn't find any in its performance
By Simon Smythe Published
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Cannondale SuperSix EVO Hi-Mod review - the all-round racer's choice
The New SuperSix EVO still provides race bike pedigree, making it one of the best road bikes on the market
By Joe Baker Published
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Triban RC500 Microshift Disc road bike review
A handsome and comfortable, entry-level bike that’s ideal for newcomers to road cycling or those looking for a durable weekday commuter hack
By Adam Jones Published
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Canyon Aeroad CF SLX 8 Di2 review - fast and keenly priced; a little chattery on rougher roads
The Aeroad packs a suite of neat features and is up there with the fastest aero bikes
By Simon Smythe Published
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BMC Teammachine SLRO1 Four review - a sublime all-rounder
Stiff yet comfortable, aerodynamically enhanced but climbs like a dream, the SLR01 Four is worthy of attention
By Tom Couzens Published
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New Specialized Allez first ride review: Is it still one of the best bargains around?
The brand's entry level road bike aims to appeal to a wide audience, with a split personality
By Sam Gupta Published
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Vitus Razor Disc Road Bike Claris review - are disc brakes worth it at this price point?
Disc brakes don't necessarily mean braking performance
By Rachel Sokal Published
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Liv EnviLiv Advanced Pro AXS review - a change of form also means a change of function
The women's specific aero race bike moves away from its previous platform to be reincarnated as an endurance aero race bike
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Colnago V4Rs bike review - ultimate racing weapon that's not for the faint-legged
Pogačar's bike is designed specifically to win races - and you can tell
By Simon Smythe Published
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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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Boardman SLR 8.6 review - great value but the frame outclasses the components
An affordable and dependable workhorse
By Andy Turner Published