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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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Sidi Shot 2S review: Classic Italian style and performance that will last for years but lacks a little refinement
A stiff-soled race shoe with a narrow fit, Sidi's kicks ticked many of the boxes, but not all of them
By Andy Turner Published
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Giant TCR Advanced 0 Di2 review: Fast, agile and won't break the bank
It may be a third of the price of TCRs raced by Team Jayco AlUla but the Advanced 0 still shares much of the same performance DNA
By Daniel Baines Published
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Castelli Gear Backpack review: spacious, supportive, and perfect for flying, but not without fault
Weatherproof materials and a 26-litre capacity combine to create a practical and well-made bag for commuting and general travel
By Andy Turner Published
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Le Col ARC Long Sleeve Jersey review: Merino makes for a wide usable temperature range and great comfort but it’s not faultless.
Designed for long adventure rides the jersey features a multifaceted Merino blend as well as ample storage.
By Andy Turner Published
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The Q36.5 Dottore Hybrid Que LS aims to fill the gap between a jacket and a jersey - does it succeed?
Blending jersey and jacket it works across a range of temperatures using the brand's signature materials to great effect
By Andy Turner Published
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FSA K-Wing AGX carbon handlebar is a thing of beauty, but at a price
Beautifully sculpted and very comfy, the FSA K-Wing AGX carbon handlebars also offer lots of integration options, but the price smarts
By Tim Russon Published
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Standert Kreissäge RS review: high-end aluminium crit bike
Is Berlin’s most talked-about crit machine a poseur’s plaything or an accomplished race bike?
By Simon Fellows Published
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The Zéfal Shield G50s restored by faith in clip-on mudguards/fenders for gravel bikes
Can a pair of clip-on mudguards/fenders really meet the needs of gravel rides? Zéfal says, yes
By Hannah Bussey Published
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Size matters — but so does the casing: a Schwalbe G-One RX Pro gravel tyre review
A modern gravel tyre for rough conditions, available in a variety of widths, that performs flawlessly
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Ribble Allroad SL R: a lot of bike for the money but can aero and endurance really make good bedfellows?
The Allroad SL R has a good stab at combining two genres, but is its character coherent enough?
By Simon Fellows Published
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DT Swiss ER 1600 Spline 23: can an aluminium wheelset still pack a punch?
The DT Swiss ER 1600 Spline 23 is an aluminium wheelset, can it still offer something against the carbon alternatives
By Tim Russon Published
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Gorewear Spinshift Thermo Jacket review: a warm, super-breathable softshell jacket
Proving that membranes are not always necessary or desirable
By Simon Fellows Published
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Shimano 12-speed GRX Di2 long-term review: 2x shifting for off-road riding isn’t dead after all
Thanks to Shimano’s latest Di2 groupset, I’ve come to appreciate the benefits of 2x shifting all over again—even if Shimano plays it a bit too safe
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Gorewear Men’s Distance Winter Bib Tights review: super warm where it counts, unrestricted where it matters
Bib tights that promise to go the distance, even in the coldest conditions
By Simon Fellows Published
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Mavic Crossmax Boa shoe review: stiff, light, and well made but insoles need a rethink
Mavic’s mid-tier Gravel and XC shoe ticks a lot of boxes with plenty of the features you'd expect but is let down by a lackluster insole.
By Neal Hunt Published
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Madison DTE Men’s Isoler Thermal Long Sleeve Jacket review: best for early spring warmth
Mid-weight warmth and a reasonable price tag make the DTE Isoler Thermal Long Sleeve Jacket well worth a look for cool spring and autumn rides
By Tim Russon Published
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Polarised and polarising: the Ombraz Viale sport a quality lens, a comfortable fit but the armless design won’t be for everyone
Armless glasses aren't for everyone but I've truly loved these as a piece of crossover gear for running, biking, kayaking and casual wear.
By Samantha Nakata Published
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Thule Bexey Dog Bike Trailer review: the finest way to pedal out with your pooch?
A fun yet practical solution for dog owners who don't want to leave their four-legged friends behind
By Glen Whittington Published
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Assos Mille GTO LS Jersey C2 review: a premium jersey at an equally premium price
A jersey that's undeniably expensive but one that offers exceptional comfort for spring riding
By Andy Turner Published
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Vision Metron 60 SL review: not the lightest, but fast rolling and brilliantly stiff
Ridden by Mark Cavendish no less, when he broke the Tour de France stage win record, these deep-section wheels are no stranger to the pro peloton.
By Andy Turner Published
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Mavic Syncros SL MIPS Helmet review: a jack of all trades but master of none?
Designed for road, gravel, and even XC MTB, the Syncros SL is a feature-packed multi-use helmet, but does it hit the allrounder sweet spot?
By Neal Hunt Published
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Café du Cycliste Winter Gloves review: fantastically warm, but expensive and lack dexterity
By Andy Turner Published
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Rapha's Excess Men's Pro Team Gore-Tex Rain Jacket is uniquely colourful, pricey, PFAS-restricted in the US and the most comfortable hard shell yet
Rapha’s newest rain jacket is built with reclaimed material and has a nifty trick: it’s stretchy. Does contain PFAS though.
By Tyler Boucher Published
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Van Rysel RCR MIPS helmet review: big vents, low price, high quality and MIPS too
Yet again, Van Rysel works the price-performance ratio hard, this time for a road cycling helmet
By James Shrubsall Published
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DMT KM30 gravel cycling shoe review: knitted gravel shoes with a healthy dose of Italian style
DMT's take on the knitted shoe, which works well for relaxed rides and longer distances but lacks support for hard efforts
By Neal Hunt Published
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With incredible battery life and hard-to-beat value, the Coros Dura is a solid little computer yet I’ll be sticking with Garmin - here’s why
The Dura is a sleek GPS cycling computer with impressive battery life and performance, but it falls short when riding off the beaten path.
By Anne-Marije Rook Published
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Mavic Allroad SL wheelset review: in an increasingly carbon world, can high-end alloy still cut it?
Mavic has always done things differently, but how does the feature-packed, jack-of-all-trades Allroad SL compare to similarly priced carbon options?
By Neal Hunt Published
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Hiplok DX1000 bike lock review: one of the most secure bike locks I have ever tested
While the DX1000 impressed in our angle grinder test, this high level of security comes at quite a price
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Fara F/Gravel Bike review: comfortable, versatile, with a good turn of speed
A rugged, trail-ready carbon gravel bike that can be as adventurous as you want it to be
By Hannah Bussey Published