Triathlon Bikes
Canyon Speedmax CFR Review: What a Top-Tier Triathlon Bike Really Delivers
A day on the Canyon Speedmax CFR, with timed flat and climbing efforts against a road bike, plus what the numbers mean before you buy.
Independent reviews
Product Reviews and Buying Guides – 709 / 805
From everyday tech and home products to lifestyle and specialist gear, each review focuses on practical use, strengths, limitations, and who the product suits.
Mountain Bikes
Canyon Torque 2022 Range Guide: All Six Models Explained
A clear breakdown of the 2022 Canyon Torque lineup, from the alloy Torque 5 through the carbon CF 9, including wheel options, frame differences, and coil shock builds.
Road Bikes
Canyon Ultimate CF SLX 8 eTap Review: A Balanced Modern Race Bike
A closer look at the fifth generation Canyon Ultimate, its aero integration, 32 mm tire clearance, and whether the CF SLX 8 eTap build suits fast road riders.
Road Bikes
Canyon Ultimate CF SLX vs Giant TCR Advanced Pro Disc: Which Road Race Bike Comes Out Ahead?
A head-to-head comparison of the fifth-generation Canyon Ultimate CF SLX and the Giant TCR Advanced Pro Disc, covering measured drag, ride quality, handling and value.
Road Bikes
Canyon Ultimate Review: A Balanced Fifth-Generation Road Race Bike
Canyon's fifth-generation Ultimate keeps the classic silhouette while rebuilding the layup, cockpit and priorities around balance, durability and disc brakes.
Running Shoes
Do Carbon Running Shoes Help Slower Runners? Three On Models Compared
A pace-by-pace look at when carbon race shoes actually pay off, with three On running shoes tested across easy, marathon and 5K speeds.
Endurance Road Bikes
Cervelo Caledonia 5 Review: An Endurance Road Bike Built for Rough Roads and Long Days
A closer look at the Cervelo Caledonia 5, an endurance road bike shaped for rough roads, long days in the saddle, and stable handling under load.
Road Bikes
Cervélo R5 2022 Review: A Lighter Climber's Race Bike
Cervélo's fourth-generation R5 drops weight, adds front-end compliance, and widens tire clearance for modern road riding.
Road Bikes
Cervélo R5 Review: Inside a 6.8 kg Prototype Team Build
A detailed look at a Cervélo R5 prototype built for a seven Everest climbing challenge, covering its raw carbon frame, Dura-Ace Di2 drivetrain, Parcours Ronde wheels and integrated cockpit.
Road Bikes
Cervélo S3 vs Canyon Aeroad CF SLX: Old Aero Against Modern Aero
A 2010 Cervélo S3 race bike meets a modern Canyon Aeroad CF SLX in a straight comparison of weight, aero design, comfort, and stopwatch speed.
Road Bikes
Cervélo Soloist Review: An Aero Road Bike Aimed at Amateur Racers
The Soloist returns as a more accessible aero road platform that sits between the S5 and R5, with easier cable routing, 34mm tyre clearance, and builds starting at $3,400.
Cycling Gear
Cheap Bike Gear Tested: Four Budget Buys Worth Considering
A practical look at four low-cost cycling products that earned a place on the bike, plus the red flags that should make you walk away.
Running Shoes
Cheap Running Shoes on a Trail Marathon: Adidas Duramo vs Decathlon TR
Two pairs of running shoes bought for under £40 each, taken over 42.2 km of trail. What a budget shoe handles well, and where it starts to struggle.
Cycling Gear
Six Cheaper Alternatives to Cycling-Specific Products
Six everyday substitutes for expensive cycling products, from winter socks and degreaser to ride fuel and electrolytes, plus the caveats worth knowing before you switch.
Road Bike Groupsets
Chinese Road Groupsets vs Shimano 105: Budget Alternatives Worth a Look
A practical look at two low-cost road groupsets from Sensah and L2, and how they compare with a Shimano 105 mechanical 11-speed setup on price and compatibility.
Cycling Components
Choosing Gravel Tires: Hutchinson Toro, Hutchinson Kraken, and Stan's Race Sealant
A practical look at gravel tire selection, covering tread choice, tubeless setup, and three useful options for mixed surfaces.
Cycling Drivetrain
Classified Powershift Review: A Two-Speed Gear Hub Built to Replace the Front Mech
A closer look at the Classified Powershift two-speed gear hub, from its virtual compact gearing and drag-free feel to the price and integration questions buyers should weigh first.
Road Bikes
Colnago C68 First Ride Review: A Modern Italian Race Frame
A detailed first ride review of the Colnago C68, covering its modern frame design, sharp ride quality, and the build details that matter.
Road Bikes
Colnago C68 Review: A Handmade Italian Superbike Built Around a Modular Frame
The Colnago C68 pairs a handmade Italian modular frame with a new integrated cockpit, optional 3D printed titanium lugs, and a blockchain-backed digital passport.
Road Bikes
Colnago C68 vs Colnago C50: Old Versus New Carbon Road Bikes
A back-to-back look at two Colnago carbon road bikes, the modern C68 and the classic C50, covering ride quality, handling, and what each design does best.
Road Bikes
Colnago V4 RS Review: A Sharper Race Machine for Serious Riders
A close look at the Colnago V4 RS, the race bike that replaces the V3 RS, covering frame changes, claimed aero and stiffness gains, weight data, and build details.
Cycling Tires
Continental GP 5000 S TR Review: A Lighter, Hookless-Ready Tubeless Road Tire
Continental's new tubeless road tire drops weight, adds hookless compatibility, and fits by hand, but seating the bead may need more than a floor pump.
Road Cycling
Continental GP 5000 STR and Canyon Endurace CF SL: A 100-Mile Build Review
A £277 carbon wheelset, Continental Grand Prix 5000 STR tires, and a Canyon Endurace CF SL: what 100 miles of mixed-surface riding revealed.
Cycling Bikes
Coolest Affordable Bikes: 7 Standout Models Worth Considering
Seven affordable bikes with genuine character, from an aluminium race frame with decades of pedigree to a steel gravel build and a fixed gear track bike.
Triathlon Bikes
Cube Aerium C68X Review: Base Build, SLX and SLT Compared
Cube's redesigned Aerium C68X pairs integrated hydration and storage with a faster, lighter frame. Here is how the base build, SLX and SLT compare.
Cycling Accessories
Bottle Tech for Cyclists: A Side-Entry Cage, a Grippier Bottle, and a Bottle Sterilizer
Three bottle-related upgrades for cyclists, covering a castor-oil-based side-entry cage, a textured bottle that is easier to hold, and a microwave bottle sterilizer.
Cycling Gifts
Cycling Christmas Gift Guide: Three Present Ideas for Riders
Three Christmas gift ideas for cyclists, including a see-through bike display stand, an indoor training subscription, and a complete riding kit, with notes on price and who each one suits.
Cycling Gear
Cycling Essentials 2026: Eight Practical Upgrades for New Riders
A practical starter kit for new cyclists, covering puncture repair, multi-tools, chain lube, a value helmet, a diamond-rated lock and first clipless pedals.
Cycling Gear
Cycling Gear of the Year 2026: 10 Standout Products Worth Considering
A roundup of the cycling gear that made the biggest impact this year, from smart trainers and groupsets to tires, shoes, and lights.
Cycling Gear
Cycling Gear of the Year Picks: Seven Upgrades Worth Considering
Seven cycling products that earned their place through long-term use, from a premium trail fork to a compact saddle-mounted tool carrier.