Road Biking Gear Reviews
We've tested bikes and gear from Santa Cruz, Canyon, Ibis, Giro, Pearl Izumi, Thule, Yakima and Specialized.
Whether you are looking for the best gravel bike or are already knee deep in Strava, our comparison reviews will help you see how well the top brands compete. We review more than just bikes, but all the accouterments as well: the best bike racks, top road bike helmets, cycling shoes, and more. Our dedicated team of road bike warriors is here for you, to help you get fit, stay safe and keep the stoke.
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Whether you've just started riding and want to start with a fresh setup, or you have been on a bike for years and want...10 Best Bike Helmets of 2024
We're always looking for the best bike helmets to fuel our rides. We tested hundreds of models this year and these are...Best Gravel Bikes of 2024
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We've spent years researching, buying, and testing the industry's top bike shoes from road cycling to mountain biking...Best Cycling Shoes of 2024
Our team rode hundreds of miles to analyze the features and flaws of today's best cycling shoes. Our in-depth review...Best Bike Saddles of 2024
After spending countless hours grinding away the miles in the top road bike saddles on the market, we identified the...Best Cycling Sunglasses of 2024
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The first point of contact for speed on the bike, your pedals are key to your performance. Our experts break down the...Best Bike Shorts for Women of 2024
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We were out on the road and inside on the trainer for weeks working on our latest review. We added 5 new models to our...Best Budget Bike Helmets of 2024
Are you in the market for the best budget bike helmet? We researched the best models available today and purchased the...Best Road Bike Helmets of 2024
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How to Choose a Gravel Bike
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Canyon Grail CF SL 7 AXS Review
The Canyon Grail CF SL 7 AXS provides a quick and nimble way to dice up the road or trail. With consumer-direct...Top Pick
Yakima HighRoad Review
The Yakima HighRoad is an impressive roof-mounted rack that features a very easy installation/removal process and...Editors' Choice
Shimano S-Phyre SH-RC903 Review
The Shimano S-Phyre RC903 is our absolute favorite high-performance cycling shoe. Its stiff construction offers...Top Pick
Quoc Escape Road Review
Quoc set out to create a shoe that would be a great companion on all-day adventures, and the Escape Road hits the...Editors' Choice
Endura Pro SL Bib Short Review
After weeks in the saddle, out in the elements, and inside on the trainer, we found the Endura Pro SL to be the shorts...Best Buy
Ride1Up CF Racer1 Review
Like the truck from Hyundai, some nuances of the CF Racer1 seem born out of inexperience in the market, but that might...Editors' Choice
Prologo Dimension Review
The Prologo Dimension makes a splash in our saddle lineup with its unique short-nose design and all-around comfort and...Editors' Choice
Trek Velocis MIPS Review
Our testers agree that the Trek Velocis is the overall most comfortable helmet that we tested this year. The internal...Editors' Choice
Kuat Piston Pro Review
Kuat raised the bar when they released the Piston Pro X; they also raised the price point for a hitch rack. Starting...Best Buy
Lazer Tonic Kineticore Review
For an affordable helmet that won't let you down in any category, the Lazer Tonic Kineticore is a great choice. Though...Top Pick
North Shore NSR-6 Review
The North Shore NSR-6 is a vertically-oriented hitch-mount rack best suited for gravity mountain bikers who frequently...Top Pick
Smith Pursuit Review
With massive lens coverage and unique side shields, the Smith Optics Pursuit offers unparalleled protection in an...Best Buy
Tifosi Sledge Review
We were pleasantly surprised by the Tifosi Sledge in our field test. Their low price and high-end performance make...Best Buy
Castelli Competizione Bib Short Review
There were times when we were surprised by the performance of the Castelli Competizione bib shorts. Those times were...Editors' Choice
Thule Outway Hanging 2 Review
Thule broke the trunk rack mold with the Outway Hanging 2, giving it a clever design that aims to solve some of the...Best Buy
Bontrager Sport Saddle Review
Taking this year's best buy award, the Bontrager Sport provides excellent comfort with a price that won't empty your...Top Pick
Light and Motion Vis 360+ Review
The Light and Motion Vis 360+ is a helmet specific bike light that makes commuting easier and safer than any of the...Best Buy