Components
Game changer: Mavic Zap electronic shifting
The wireless electronic derailleur is not as recent invention as you might think – in fact it goes way back...
Game changer: Look clipless pedals
The French revolution in road pedals introduced a fundamental design that endures to this day
Bicycle gear ratios explained
Road and gravel bikes now have more gearing options than ever before, but how do gear ratios actually work?
Silca’s new Ultimate Sealant lasts longer and can be installed through the valve
Silca has so much faith in its new Ultimate Sealant that it will pay its Life Time Grand Prix gravel...
Game changer: Campagnolo Gran Sport derailleur
This was not strictly the first derailleur, but it was the first to introduce technology that all derailleurs use today.
What is a bike’s head angle?
The angle of the head tube can affect how a bike handles, but will the numbers on a geometry chart...
Game Changer: FSA Carbon Pro Compact Chainset
In the days of old pros rode 52/42 and amateurs had triples. Then FSA got involved...
Best disc brake pads 2025 for road and gravel bikes plus buying advice
Our pick of the best disc brake pads from Shimano, SRAM, Campagnolo and Tektro as well as aftermarket manufacturers like...
Game Changer: Scott Clip-On Aerobars
It's the bike product that thrust aerodynamics into the spotlight, creating the narrowest ever Tour de France win.
What stem length do I need?
Everything you need to know about the effects of stem length on fit and bike handling
