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Assos Equipe RSR Targa S9 bib shorts review - perfect but pricey

Predictably expensive, but these shorts from the Swiss company are as good as it gets

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  Coros Pace 2 GPS watch review - lightweight, well priced and user friendly

  A good alternative to an entry level watch from one of the larger brands with plenty of cycling and cross training options - and claimed to be the lightest GPS watch on the market

  By Tom Epton • Published 19 July 22

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  Garmin Venu 2 Plus smartwatch review - outstanding sports functionality with smart lifestyle features

  The great performance, looks and functionality of the outgoing Venu 2 with the well-executed addition of a speaker and microphone to support calls, voice assistant and music

  By Emma Silversides • Published 13 July 22

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  Lake CX403 road shoes: long term review

  Excellent race day shoes for optimum power transfer. Just don't wait for a bus in them.

  By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan • Published 8 July 22

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  Altura Nightvision Electron men's jacket review - a truly bright idea

  The addition of wearable lighting turns a great jacket literally into a brilliant one

  By Paul Grele • Published 8 July 22

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  Spoon Vars Disc road bike review - custom goodness with a premium price

  Custom-made carbon road bike inspired by the Alps and with a lofty price tag to match

  By Myles Warwood • Published 6 July 22

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  Stages SB20 exercise bike: a bulletproof home trainer?

  A robust indoor training bike with tons of adjustability and a very heavy flywheel

  By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan • Last updated 4 July 22

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  Rapha Men's Powerweave Bib Shorts review

  Expensive but high performance aero bib shorts whatever the level of racing

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Published 1 July 22

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  Rapha Men's Pro Team Aero jersey review

  Fast, aero and smart are not just the intended benefits but also the eventual results

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Published 30 June 22

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  First ride review: Scott Foil Ultimate RC - less weight, more comfort

  Weight savings and increased comfort have made a great bike better

  By Anna Marie Abram • Published 29 June 22

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  Tern GSD S10 Cargo bike review - a genuine car replacement

  The longtail electric cargo bike that actually changes family life

  By Hannah Bussey • Published 29 June 22

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  Specialized Evade III & Prevail III first ride review

  Cooler; safer, still a great fit.

  By Anne-Marije Rook • Published 30 June 22

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  Notio Aerometer review: the cost-effective alternative to wind tunnel testing?

  For time triallists serious about aero optimisation, the Notio is a good investment - but to get the most out of it you need time as well as money

  By Tom Epton • Published 28 June 22

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  Garmin Fēnix 7 Sapphire Solar smartwatch review

  Garmin's new multisport watch promises longer battery life and improved GPS

  By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan • Last updated 27 June 22

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  Garmin Edge 1040 Solar first ride: 'Incredible tech... but do you really need to pay that much?'

  The new Garmin flagship computer might be the most advanced head unit out there - and the hefty price tag reflects that

  By Stefan Abram • Last updated 24 June 22

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  Wahoo Kickr Headwind smart fan review - smart, cool but expensive

  A fan that speeds up as your heart rate increases is an excellent idea - but you do pay for the tech

  By Simon Smythe • Published 20 June 22

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  Redshift Kitchen Sink handlebars review - built for comfort

  Flared bars for gravel and endurance rides where comfort, not weight, is a priority

  By Luke Friend • Published 17 June 22

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  Effetto Mariposa cleaning and lubrication products review - effective and eco-friendly

  Biodegradable bike cleaning and lubing products that work and are kind to the environment

  By Paul Grele • Last updated 16 June 22

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  Men's Velocio LUXE bib shorts review

  They're as good as the price demands, quickly becoming the go-to bib shorts

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Last updated 16 June 22

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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 • Published 13 June 22

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  Velocio Women's CONCEPT Radiator Jersey review

  Ideal jersey for performance-orientated riding in hot conditions

  By Emma Silversides • Last updated 9 June 22

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  Canyon Endurace CF 8 review - top value carbon comfort

  Canyon's new entry-level carbon endurance bike range is as tough as they come - and the price of this Ultegra-specced model will be very hard to beat

  By Simon Smythe • Last updated 4 June 22

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  Giant Defy Advanced Pro 2 AX review

  Great value, fast and highly comfortable

  By Stefan Abram • Published 3 June 22

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  Brompton P Line review - more titanium equals less weight

  We took the new, lighter Brompton onto the roads and into the stations of central London to live like a commuter. No lycra was used in the testing of this bike.

  By Simon Richardson • Published 1 June 22

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  CamelBak MULE Commute 22 backpack review

  There is a lot to like about the CamelBak MULE Commute 22 backpack: it works perfectly for a variety of tasks from work, to travel, with all errands in between

  By Paul Grele • Published 26 May 22

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  Velocio signature zipperless jersey review

  Excellent performance from a non-traditional looking jersey - but best left at home on sweltering hot days

  By Chris Marshall-Bell • Published 21 May 22

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  Cafe du Cycliste Women's Centifolia Floriane jersey review

  Comfort, performance and style for milder days

  By Emma Silversides • Published 19 May 22

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  Assos Women's UMA GTV Jersey C2 review

  Quality, comfort and performance for demanding rides but the price is high and the colour choices limited

  By Emma Silversides • Published 17 May 22

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  Orbea Orca Aero M120iLTD road bike review

  An aero road bike so optimized it’s one step away from being an outright time trial bike, is it right for you?

  By Josh Ross • Published 13 May 22

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  Roval Alpinist CLX II Review

  We tested the second generation, La Doyenne-winning Alpinist CLX II wheels on hills, flats and even some off-road

  By Anne-Marije Rook • Published 10 May 22