Independent reviews
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Endurance Road Bikes
Two modern endurance road bikes, two very different philosophies. A practical look at framesets, ride feel, tire clearance and value in the Giant Defy Advanced SL and the Specialized Roubaix SL8.
Cycling Bikes
A close comparison of the Giant Defy Advanced and the Specialized Roubaix SL8, covering frameset weight, aero shaping, comfort, handling and build value.
Endurance Road Bikes
The new Giant Defy brings a claimed 785g Advanced SL frame, 38mm tire clearance and a slightly more aggressive fit, plus a flagship build with SRAM Red eTap AXS.
Road Bikes
Giant's fifth-generation Defy brings lighter framesets, bigger compliance claims and a sharper geometry, with builds that suit a wide range of riders.
Road Bikes
A close look at the Giant Propel Advanced SL 0, covering its 327 gram weight saving, 6.2 watt aero gain, integrated cockpit design and the CADEX 50 Ultra wheels.
Aero Road Bikes
Giant's refreshed aero road flagship claims 327 grams less weight, 6.2 watts more aero efficiency, and a cockpit that is genuinely easier to live with.
Road Bikes
Giant's new Propel aero race bike claims 18.44 watts of total savings, a lighter frame, a first one-piece carbon cockpit and a specification sheet that stays competitive on price.
Gravel Bikes
A lighter frame, a claimed aero gain, and a longer, lower geometry make the Giant Revolt Advanced SL the brand's most race-focused gravel bike yet.
Gravel Bikes
We fitted narrow road tires to the Giant Revolt Advanced SL and joined a fast group ride to find out how a modern gravel race bike copes with road race pace.
Road Bikes
Giant's 2024 TCR brings a lighter Advanced SL frameset, a stiffer chassis, a fully integrated front end, a new fork and new carbon-spoke wheels. Here is what changed and who it suits.
Road Bikes
The updated Giant TCR trims weight, adds a fully integrated front end and keeps its balanced race feel. Here is what changed, what it costs and who it suits.
Road Bikes
A close look at the tenth-generation Giant TCR Advanced Pro with Shimano Ultegra Di2, covering its sharp climbing feel, firmer ride, pricing and closest rivals.
Climbing Bikes
The Giant TCR Advanced SL 0 took the top spot in a 2024 climbing bike comparison. Here is what makes it engaging on steep gradients and what to weigh before buying.
Road Bikes
A practical look at Giant's tenth-generation TCR Advanced SL, plus the Cadex Max 40 wheelset and Race GC tubeless tire launched alongside it.
Road Bikes
A close look at a rim-brake Giant TCR Advanced SL build with Campagnolo Super Record, Bora Ultra 35 wheels, and Michelin Power Cup Competition tires.
Cycling
A close look at the tenth-generation Giant TCR and the Canyon Ultimate CFR, covering weight, stiffness, ride feel, cockpit design, and value across the range.
Road Bikes
A head-to-head look at the Giant TCR and Canyon Ultimate, covering weight, wheels, tyres, cockpit design, and which build offers better value.
Cycling Jackets
A close look at the GORE Spinshift jacket, the three-layer waterproof shell built without the chemicals used in earlier fabrics, and what to know about sizing before buying.
Gravel Bike Upgrades
A suspension stem, a chunkier gravel tire and a string-spoke wheelset, fitted to one carbon gravel bike to see how far comfort, grip and control can go.
Gravel Bikes
Five gravel bikes from a shortlist of the year's best, covering suspension-equipped trail capability, all-round balance, low weight and value.
Gravel Bike Accessories
Eleven gravel bike upgrades that target weight, comfort and trailside reliability, with the trade-offs to weigh before you spend.
Gravel Bike Upgrades
Three practical gravel bike upgrades that improve speed, control, and comfort on mixed surfaces, plus what to check before you spend.
Gravel Bikes
Five gravel bikes that officially accept a 700c 2.2-inch tire, with notes on frame design, clearance figures, and which one suits racing versus loaded exploration.
Gravel Bikes
Six gravel race builds from a world championships qualifying event in Scotland, plus the tire, insert, gearing and hydration choices that helped riders reach the finish.
Gravel Cycling Components
Two mountain bike tire options and a narrow long-reach handlebar, examined as a complete gravel race setup alongside pressures, wheel width, and drivetrain context.
Gravel Bike Components
A closer look at Shimano's 12-speed GRX Di2 groupset, the mechanical GRX alternative, Cane Creek's eeSilk suspension stem and seatpost, and the Pirelli RS gravel tire.
Mountain Bike Components
Eight mountain bike components and accessories that deliver most of the performance of premium kit for a fraction of the price.
Gravel Cycling
A practical look at the Guava Ace gravel race bike and the Wolf Tooth Delite one-sided pedals after 200 km of fast, dusty gravel in Girona.
Gravel Bikes
The Guava Ace pairs a light carbon frame and 54 mm tire clearance with deep customization and a fit-focused buying process. Here is what it does well and what to weigh first.
Gravel Bikes
A full carbon gravel bike from a young Barcelona brand, with down tube storage, wide gearing, and up to 100 colours, ridden straight into two days of racing.