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Our experts test and review the best new bikes and cycling products

Find all our reviews of bikes and cycling products here. Whether you're looking for a new road bike or a cycling helmet, our writers have you covered. We test products for quality, ease of use and value for money. You can also find the latest deals on bikes and cycling equipment here.

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<p>From easy-to-use first bikes for young children to mountain bikes designed for fearless adventurers, we’ve found options to suit everyone</p>

Best kids’ bikes 2026, tried and tested on off-road adventures

<p>Electric bikes can take the pain out of a daily commute</p>

Best electric bikes 2025, tried and tested by an expert

<p>These easy-to-ride bikes help to introduce kids to cycling</p>

9 best balance bikes for toddlers and kids in 2026, tried and tested

Best reflective cycling jackets for 2026, tested for men and women

<p>A good layer keeps your core insulated from the cold while letting perspiration escape </p>

Best men’s winter cycling jerseys 2025, tried and tested on cold rides

<p>From electric to budget cycles, we’ve been zipping around to find the best folders out there </p>

Best folding bikes that are lightweight and practical

<p>The very best panniers have fittings that hold them securely but allow you to click them off and on in seconds</p>

9 best panniers that keep your kit safe on every ride

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Bikes

<p>Hybrids have straight handlebars for a more upright riding position, which many cyclists find far more comfortable </p>

8 best hybrid bikes for city commutes and keeping fit

Combining comfort and practicality, these road-ready cycles are wheely good all-rounders

<p>These machines got our pulses racing and offered all the thrills without the spills</p>

11 best trail bikes that’ll help you tackle tough terrain

<p>From electric to budget cycles, we’ve been zipping around to find the best folders out there </p>

Best folding bikes that are lightweight and practical

<p>Bagging a rip-roaring mountain bike needn’t break the bank</p>

7 best mountain bikes under £500 perfect for cycling on every terrain

Cycling Equipment

<p>We’d recommend locks that are certified by Sold Secure, a UK-based independent body that thoroughly tests them</p>

8 best bike locks to help keep your wheels secure

From lightweight chains to Bluetooth-enabled products, protect your investment with these designs

<p>Many models feature removable lenses that you can swap out depending on the weather </p>

10 best cycling glasses that will protect your eyes come rain or shine

<p>Look for waterproof fabrics and double lining constructions for the best protection from rain and spray</p>

10 best cycling gloves for winter: Keep your hands warm while riding

Best reflective cycling jackets for 2026, tested for men and women

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