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Rehook Tyre Glider review – an interesting development which mostly succeeds but has a couple of flaws

An intriguing take on a workshop essential: the tyre lever

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  Stages Dash M200 GPS Bike Computer review - great for data geeks but mapping needs improvement

  A data-focused bike computer from a power meter giant

  By Andy Turner • Published 23 September 22

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  Wahoo Elemnt Bolt v2 bike computer - long-term review

  More than a year after it was launched, the second generation of Wahoo's small but mighty Elemnt Bolt is still keeping us on the straight and narrow (with the occasional stretch of gravel thrown in for good measure)

  By Simon Smythe • Published 22 September 22

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  Campagnolo Ekar 1x13 groupset review

  A deep dive into the “world’s lightest” gravel groupset

  By Stefan Abram • Last updated 20 September 22

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  New Swytch Bike e-bike conversion kit review: downsized battery, upsized fun

  New, lighter version of the Swytch battery and mount make this already great e-bike conversion kit even better

  By Paul Grele • Last updated 15 September 22

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  Mycle Cargo Electric bike review: heavy-duty haulage at a highly accessible price

  A capable e-cargo bike that's a little rough round the edges but hugely undercuts the big brands

  By Hannah Bussey • Published 15 September 22

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  Ortlieb Quick Rack review - the bikepacking struggle is real... until this came along

  Functional, versatile and refreshingly easy to fit... Ortlieb might have found the perfect pannier-rack solution

  By Emma Silversides • Last updated 13 September 22

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  Racer Rosa custom carbon review - an Italian superbike for the cognoscenti... with rim brakes

  Bespoke geometry, custom paintjob, handmade in Italy... if you love a classic road bike unsullied by disc brakes, Di2 and dirt tyres London-based Italian brand Racer Rosa will build it

  By Simon Smythe • Last updated 12 September 22

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  LeMond Prolog review: the urban ebike that doesn't look like an electric bike

  Sleek, stealthy and dead sexy but who's this for?

  By Anne-Marije Rook • Published 9 September 22

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  Ortlieb Back Roller Free pannier review - all the ingredients of the Classic minus the PVC

  Offers everything that a decent touring pannier should without the use of harmful PVC - hence 'free'

  By Emma Silversides • Published 10 September 22

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  Bryton Rider S800 review - wonderful bike computer, woeful app

  This is a good piece of hardware from a challenger brand, but considering the price tag versus the quality of the app you can do better elsewhere

  By Tom Epton • Published 6 September 22

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  Garmin HRM-Dual heart rate monitor review

  If you’re serious about training, you’ll want to use a heart rate strap. We check out Garmin’s standard device

  By Paul Norman • Last updated 1 September 22

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  Giro Eclipse Spherical helmet review - 'I hit my fastest ever speed of 86kph with this lid'

  Anecdotally, we can agree with Giro's claim of this being the fastest and most aero helmet on the market, but it was the ventilation that impressed us the most

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Published 1 September 22

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  The Classified Powershift System: A Gravel Review

  The Classified Powershift System is easily the biggest change to gear shifting since the emergence of electronic shifting.

  By Anne-Marije Rook • Published 31 August 22

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  Assos Equipe RS jersey S9 Targa – it's expensive and not perfect, but I'll still be buying another for myself

  A typically expensive Assos jersey that is equally typically almost perfect

  By Owen Rogers • Last updated 30 August 22

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  Volt Pulse LS e-bike provides a solid hybrid at a reasonable price point

  A great electric hybrid bike for a great price, but misses the ride feel of a drive system with more finesse

  By Hannah Bussey • Last updated 30 August 22

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  VAAST R/1 700c 105 review - just how well does a magnesium frame stack up?

  A competitive price and weight from a magnesium alloy frame. As good as it is, it’s the next iteration that I’m most excited for

  By Stefan Abram • Last updated 24 August 22

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  Camelbak HAWG Commute 30L - full of neat ideas and great touches; possibly more bag than you need, though

  Really it comes down to whether you are a light and fast traveller or you like to have that extra capacity 'just in case'...

  By Paul Grele • Published 22 August 22

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  Insta360 Go 2 Action Camera review

  A tiny, super light, and waterproof alternative to your phone for sharing your time on the bike with friends and family.

  By Josh Ross • Last updated 16 August 22

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  Specialized Align II review - budget friendly helmet brings MIPS to the people

  Not only do you get MIPS at an almost unbelievably low price, but this helmet is well made and a good fit too

  By Paul Grele • Published 13 August 22

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  A throwback shoe collab from heritage brands Mongoose and Vans - reviewed

  Testing these shoes was basically just an excuse to dust off the bike that never gets ridden

  By Anne-Marije Rook • Published 12 August 22

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  How cheap and easy can it be to go electric? Tongsheng TSDZ2 Mid Drive e-bike conversion kit review

  For the more mechanically minded, who aren't sticklers for aesthetics, this is an excellent, low-cost e-bike conversion kit

  By Leigh Emmerson • Published 11 August 22

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  Reserve 25|GR Gravel Wheels reviewed

  Reserve 25|GR Gravel Wheels reviewed: lightweight yet bombproof carbon hoops for the roads less traveled

  By Anne-Marije Rook • Published 10 August 22

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  Rapha Brevet bib shorts review - perfect for endurance rides

  Rapha has done the brevet name proud, with shorts that excel in the endurance events they take their name from

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Published 10 August 22

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  Restrap Frame Bag (Large) review - rugged and practical for serious bikepackers

  The Restrap bag will take anything you throw at it - or put in it

  By Joe Baker • Published 6 August 22

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  Rapha Men's Brevet Jersey review - a modern take on a classic design

  The retro look doesn't mean ancient quality, appealing to a wide spectrum of riders

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Last updated 5 August 22

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  Rapha Classic Shoes review

  Style and elegance is guaranteed, but try before you buy

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Published 2 August 22

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  Pirelli P Zero Race 4S tyre review - fast, grippy and comfortable

  It's never too early to start thinking about the rubber you're going to be riding when the rain finally comes - and these Pirellis should be at the top of your list

  By Paul Grele • Last updated 28 July 22

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  I didn't know a saddle bag could make me as angry as the Silca Seat Roll Asymmetrico

  The previous model bounced off my bike into the gutter never to be seen again: this one ends up dangling from the saddle rails

  By Simon Richardson • Last updated 21 July 22

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  Endura Xtract Bibshort II review - as comfortable as shorts twice the price

  A comfortable option for the budget-conscious rider with a truly excellent pad that makes up for the lower-quality feel of the fabric

  By Tom Epton • Published 20 July 22