Latest articles by Graham Cottingham
Shimano brings Di2 shifting to its budget Deore groupset for the first time
News Hot on the heels of Shimano's recent XTR Di2 release, electronic shifting is now available on Deore M6200 Di2 and Deore XT M8200 Di2 groupsets
Best budget electric bikes: Affordable options to give you a boost
buyer's guide The best budget electric bikes add more power to your riding without the hefty price tag
Best bike trailers for kids 2025: Trailer options to bring your kids along for the ride
Buyer's Guide The Best bike trailers for kids let them come along for the ride comfortably and safely
Best gravel bike tyres: Grippy, fast, and durable options for whatever gravel means to you
Buyer's Guide All the best gravel tyres for dry, intermediate, and wet conditions, as well as all-road options too
Best gravel bike saddles: Comfortable and durable saddles for your off-road adventures
Buyer's Guide Choosing the best gravel bike saddle isn't just about comfort, you also need to consider the unique challenges of off-road riding.
Industry Nine SOLiX SL 35c wheelset review: Highly engaging ride but missing marginal gains
review Industry Nine’s SOLiX SL 35c delivers instant engagement that makes for a smooth and snappy ride
Best bike repair stands 2025: Workstands for the pro- or home mechanic
Buyer's Guide The best bike repair stands make life considerably easier for repairs and maintenance. Whether you're looking after a race team or fettling your own fleet at home these are the best stands on the market right now
Best bar tape - Grippy, comfortable and durable handlebar tape to protect your palms
Buyer's Guide The best bar tape will offer a balance of grip, vibration absorption, comfort and durability whilst being easy to keep clean
Best entry-level gravel bikes 2025: Versatile bikes to head off-road
Buyer's Guide New to gravel? Here are our top picks for entry-level gravel bikes in 2025 for commuting, adventure riding, and off-road fun
Best carbon road bikes 2025: Our pick of the best racing and endurance road bikes
Buyer's Guide Carbon road bikes combine meticulous weight saving, geometry tweaking and aerodynamic sculpting to rule the road
Best hybrid bikes: Fast bikes for leisure and commuting
buyer's guide Our pick of the best hybrid bikes in 2025 covering a range of different styles, use cases and designs
Want to take your training to the next level? Zwift has added an extra discount to its Zwift Ride with Kickr Core smart trainer
deals Zwift's smart trainer is already on sale but you can get an extra 5% discount using this promo code
Best energy gels for cycling: Quick hits of carbohydrates for all your athletic endeavours
Buyer's Guide The best energy gels for cycling can boost your rides, races and workouts
Best CO2 inflators 2025: Fast tyre inflation in small packages
Buyer's Guide Tiny but mighty; the best CO2 inflators will fill your tyres and riding again in seconds
More data, more warmth, and more practical: Graham’s Gear of the Year
gear of the year All the little bits that made my year of cycling funner, faster and more comfortable in 2024
Best tubeless road tyres: Faster, more comfortable and less puncture-prone
Buyer's Guide The best tubeless road tyres incorporate top tech and are easier than ever to mount and enhance riding performance
Mike's Bikes launches 'Get Carded' rewards promotion with cash back on all purchases over $249
Get up to $1000 of rewards on full-price and discounted sale items up to Christmas Eve
Golden beginnings – How Pinarello’s Dogma XC HT rose to the top of cross-country mountain biking
I took Pinarello’s Dogma XC hardtail back to where it first won gold to find out what made the Italian XC racing thoroughbred so dominant
Cyber Monday tech deals for cyclists: Save on GPS computers, smart trainers and power meters
Black Friday Whether you're riding indoors or out, these are our favourite tech deals on cycling this Cyber Monday
Get your ultimate Zwift setup for less with this 10% promo code
deals Zwift has discounted its Zwift Ride, Zwift Frame, and Wahoo Kickr Core smart trainers
Tacx Neo 2T smart trainer review
Review Tacx Neo 2T is a powerhouse on both spec sheet and performance but does the premium ride quality make up for a few design inconsistencies?
Chapter2 Koko review: Striking in both performance and aesthetics
review Koko means “to soar, fly” in Maori, a fitting description of Chapter2's aerodynamic road bike
SunGod releases new Pace Series sunglasses
News British performance eyewear brand releases customisable half-frame and full-frame shades
