Better choices. More enjoyable rides.

Bikes and equipment

Shimano vs SRAM: gearing, shifting and ownership explained

Compare Shimano and SRAM by the exact groupset, gear range, electronic or mechanical shifting, compatibility and servicing costs.

Bikes and equipment

What bike does Tadej Pogačar ride? His Colnago setup explained

Understand Pogačar’s documented 2026 Tour de France Colnago Y1Rs setup, and which equipment choices make sense for everyday road riders.

Practical guide

Carrying two heavy e-bikes by car: weight limits and fitting checks

Work out whether your car, towbar and carrier can carry two e-bikes, with weight examples, fit checks and a UK departure checklist.

Practical guide

How to choose and fit a bike helmet: a step-by-step guide

A practical helmet buying guide covering measurements, fit checks, independent safety ratings and crash replacement.

Practical guide

Bike racks for cars: roof, towbar or rear mounted?

Compare car bike rack options with vehicle fit checks, weight calculations, loading tests and a departure checklist.

Practical guide

Electric bike conversion kits: compatibility, cost and safety

Check whether a conversion kit suits your bicycle, compare total project costs and understand British assisted-bike requirements.

Practical guide

Indoor cycling apps: match your trainer, sensors and expectations

Understand power, estimated power, cadence and controllable trainers before choosing an indoor cycling app.

Bikes and equipment

Brompton vs a full-size commuter bike: which fits your journey?

Choose between a Brompton folding bike and a full-size commuter by train travel, carrying, storage, luggage and your daily riding distance.

Bikes and equipment

Trek FX vs Specialized Sirrus: which suits your commute?

Compare Trek FX and Specialized Sirrus families by model version, tyre fit, gearing, luggage, riding position and complete commuting cost.

Practical guide

Pannier heel clearance: stop your shoes hitting your bags

Check pannier fit on a small bike, adjust the mounting hooks and test loaded bags without compromising wheel clearance.

Practical guide

How to choose the best electric bike for your rides

Compare electric bike styles, battery range assumptions, everyday handling and ownership costs before you buy.

Practical guide

Mountain bike, gravel bike or hybrid: which should you buy?

Choose a bike around surfaces, handling, storage and the rides you actually take, with practical test-ride questions.

Practical guide

GPX route planning: build a cycling day you can actually enjoy

Turn a GPX line into a realistic ride with surface checks, timing calculations, escape routes and offline preparation.

Practical guide

Canal cycling: plan a towpath ride around surfaces and shared space

Plan a canal bike ride with access checks, considerate passing, route alternatives and realistic day timing.