NEW SRAM Red AXS: The Lightest Electronic Disc Groupset YetSRAM’s latest Red AXS road groupset is here, so we wasted no time in getting it on a bike and out for review. Warren Rossiter shares his thoughts on the revised shifter ergonomics, enhanced braking and shifting changes. But does SRAM’s new groupset appeal to you? Let us know in the comments. #bike #cycling #tech Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:10 What’s New? 00:40 The Details 06:13 Connectivity 08:05 Overall Impressions 2024 S...
Which Race Bike Will Take Top Spot In Bike Of The Year 2024?
EVEN MORE Of The Hottest Pro Gravel Race BikesThis is part two of our mega bike roundup from the 2024 Traka gravel race in Girona. If you missed part one make sure you check that out here → https://youtu.be/BYk6or7dvlU The Traka gravel race is Europe’s equivalent to Unbound in North America. Riders tackle gravel roads over 50, 100, 200, 360, or 560km. Felix and Liam have been on the ground in Girona searching out some of the hottest, most interesting, and wildest bike setups desig...
Pro-Rider's Dream Bike: NEW 2024 Saracen MystThis video contains paid product placement for Saracen Bikes. Fort William welcomed the start of the 2024 UCI Downhill Mountain Bike World Cup this weekend. Home-hopeful Matt Walker rocked a finished version of last season’s mysterious Saracen Myst prototype and isn’t it a looker?! Resplendent in a loud-and-proud colour scheme, along with a new suspension design, Matt hopes the new bike will see him return to the top step of the podiu...
What Is The BEST Endurance Bike In 2024?What Is The BEST Endurance Bike In 2024? This video contains product placement for MET helmets. Thanks to them for helping make Bike of the Year 2024 possible. Check out the link to learn more: https://www.met-helmets.com/en/ We have been testing the best endurance road bikes to find out which should be crowned our 2024 Endurance Bike of the Year. The final choice came down to the Giant Defy Advanced Pro 2, Cinelli Pressure ADR, and the Canyon E...
NEW Bikes! Fort William Downhill World Cup 2024Are skinsuits making a comeback in downhill mountain biking? Skinsuits were all the rage back in the early days of downhill racing, before falling out of favour, with only fleeting appearances in the mid-2000s before they were banned. They were back on everyone’s radar at last weekend’s opening round of the 2024 UCI Downhill Mountain Bike World Cup in Fort William, Scotland. Is Fox’s new Speedsuit RS, a clever, body-hugging two-pi...
Hottest Pro Gravel Race Bikes Of The TrakaThe Traka gravel race is Europe’s equivalent to Unbound in North America. Riders tackle gravel roads in 50, 100, 200, 360, and 560km distances. In the first of two videos from Traka 2024, Felix and Liam have been on the ground in Girona searching out some of the hottest, most interesting, and wildest bike setups designed for conquering this brutal event. Which of the bikes is your favourite? Are there any bikes that we missed? Let us know in ...
How To NOT Get Your Bike Stolen! And What To Do If It IsThis video features sponsorship from The Insurance Emporium. If you want to learn more about The Insurance Emporium, visit their website: https://www.theinsuranceemporium.co.uk/products/cycle?utm_source=bikeradar&utm_medium=third-party&utm_campaign=bikeradar-video-24 No one wants to have their bike stolen. A great lock is a brilliant way to deter thieves, and in this video, we show you how to lock your bike securely and safely –...
Top 5 Best-Value Trail Bikes 2024If you’re buying a new trail bike in 2024, it’s more than likely you’ll be thinking about which bikes offer the best value for money. And there are loads of great options… Trail bikes are better than ever before. They offer mountain bikers the chance to go uphill and downhill fast, covering a variety of terrain in style. But which bike to choose? Well, I hope you’re sitting comfortably, because this is our pick of the top five best-value trail ...
NEW Colnago G4-X Gravel Bike First Ride ReviewColnago has updated its gravel race bike with the G4-X boasting 45mm tyre clearance, an integrated front end and several smaller changes. This focussed gravel race bike is super stiff with a road bike-like geometry, but does this uncompromising approach lead to a bike that is a little too focused? Liam Cahill provides his initial impressions after a soaking wet ride in the hills above Girona. Image credits: Getty Pool / Pool Dario Belinghe...
NEW Cervélo Áspero Review: More Comfort = Faster?This video contains product placement for Freewheel clothing. Cervélo has a new Áspero gravel race bike with wider tyre clearance, a fancy new integrated front end, and a lower price. Yes, a lower price. All of these changes result in increased stiffness, so is the bike any good? Warren Rossiter has been riding it to find out. Are you happy to see a brand reducing the price of its bike? What do you think of the new Cervélo Áspero?...
Giant TCR vs Canyon Ultimate - Lightweight Race Bikes Do Battle!If you want a lightweight aero race bike, Giant and Canyon have two well-established options for you. But which is best? Liam Cahill is here to pit them head to head, but there’s a twist in the tail of his review. Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:22 Weight 01:30 Frame 03:38 Wheels 07:06 Power Meters 08:06 Cockpit 10:23 Which Should You Buy? Credit: Tim de Waele / Staff Pool / Pool IMAGO / Belga ...
The Fastest Cross-Country Specific Racing Tyres? | Maxxis Aspen ST#cycling #mtb #mountainbike #mountainbiking #maxxis #crosscountry #xc #racing #seaotter #shorts #shortsfeed #shortsvideo Listen to the BikeRadar Podcast → https://www.bikeradar.com/bikeradar-podcast/ Follow BikeRadar on our social media channels: → https://instagram.com/bikeradar → https://facebook.com/bikeradar → https://twitter.com/bikeradar BikeRadar is supported by Mountain Biking UK and Cycling Plus Magazin...
Is This The Most Niche Bike Ever?!This is a bikepacking BMX from Kyoot Bikes. It might lay claim to being the most niche bike of all time. Would you ride a BMX to go on multiday adventures? Let us know in the comments. #cycling #tech #bikes #kyootbikes #bmx #bikepacking #adventure #travel #shorts #shortsfeed #shortsvideo #seaotter Listen to the BikeRadar Podcast → https://www.bikeradar.com/bikeradar-podcast/ Follow BikeRadar on our social media channels: → https://instagram.com/...
Why This New Canyon Is The Most Important E-MTB YetCould Canyon’s new Neuron:ONfly be the future of electric mountain bikes? The new Neuron is the brand’s first lightweight electric mountain bike and teams a competitive price tag with a carbon frame and Bosch’s SX motor. Knocking out 600W of peak power and 55Nm of torque, mated to a 400Wh battery, it’s designed to blend immense power with decent battery life, all wrapped in a lightweight package. Will it sway our ebike scep...
1 Hour Hub Rebuild! How To Replace Your Wheel BearingsAre you suffering from play in your wheel bearings? Are rumbly hubs getting you down? The problem will usually be caused by wear in your bearings, which will introduce play to the hub, allowing the wheel to rock from side to side on its axle. Far from ideal. But fear not, because replacing your wheel bearings yourself can be straightforward – and even fun! Here’s a guide to a hassle-free refresh for hubs with sealed-cartridge be...
Unscratchable Cranks?These titanium cranks from 5DEv feature a diamond-like coating which means even lasers wouldn't be able to scratch them! What do you think? Let us know in the comments. #cycling #seaotter #tech #cranks #5dev #mtb #gravel #gravelcycling #mountainbike #shorts #shortsvideo #shortsfeed #bikeradar #roadcycling #titanium Listen to the BikeRadar Podcast → https://www.bikeradar.com/bikeradar-podcast/ Follow BikeRadar on our social media channels: → https://instagra...
Freehub ASMR From 2024 Sea Otter ClassicWhat’s your favourite sounding freehub? Vote now in the comments!
Sea Otter 2024: All The Best & Weirdest TechThe 2024 Sea Otter Classic has thrown up its usual feast of unusual and cutting-edge tech for you and the cycling world to fawn over. From inverted gravel forks with no dampers, to finally available cross-country race tyre and everything in between, including a bike-packing BMX and cranks coated with diamonds, there truly is something for everyone. Our purveyor of all things weird and wonderful, and BikeRadar’s fashion icon himself, Jack ...
Top 5 2024 Titanium Mountain BikesIs titanium good for mountain bikes? The material has its pros and cons, but few could argue with this wondrous metal’s ability to draw riders into it. Titanium bikes and frames are not the cheapest, lightest, stiffest or fastest in most cases, but the raw finish of their tubes sets the hearts of some riders racing. Whether it's off-the-shelf or custom-built, a titanium bike can offer the ride of a lifetime, something that stands out from the crow...
Budget And Stylish Shades? + Hands-On With Cannondale’s New Scalpel | Tech Of The Month Ep.38Welcome back to Tech of the Month! In this episode, we’ve got our hands on a razor-sharp new cross-country race machine in the form of the Cannondale Scalpel Lefty 1. We’ve also got something perfect for keeping it hidden, Scott’s Bike Transport Sleeve. We take a closer look at both the Scalpel and how the Transport Sleeve can keep the inside of your car completely grime-free when you...