The BikeRadar Podcast

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ More images of Shimano’s unreleased Dura-Ace Di2 R9300 groupset have leaked online, which suggest the Japanese brand may have finally solved one of the current groupset’s biggest issues! Simon and Felix discuss that and more in this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast. Following the Shimano chat, we’ve got all the details on WTB and Stromm’s new aero gravel tyres, and the cool tech that might mean you no longer need to worry about aerodynamics when opting for chunky rubber.  Then there’s the news of ENVE’s new Melee V2 road bike, which is bucking trends with a controversial cut in tyre clearance. Simon’s not impressed… Lastly, we round out the podcast with details of Zwift’s updated smart indoor bike, the Ride V2 and news of a world expansion coming to the platform this fall. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast Simon and Warren are back to discuss the essential gear for anyone just getting into cycling. Leaning on their decades of riding experience, they tell you what bikes, kit and accessories are worth buying – and which ones you should avoid (at least when you’re just starting out). Following this, Simon quizzes Warren on his recently published review of the new Pinarello Dogma X. Although it’s by no means a bad bike, its lofty price tag makes it a tough sell versus the competition. Lastly, in this week’s news in brief, the duo discuss Campagnolo’s recent sale of a minority stake to an investment group reportedly backed by South African billionaire, Ivan Glasenberg. Then there’s the peculiar news of new carbon wheelsets from Columbus, and Panaracer’s new AGXERO road tyres. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 R9300 is being raced at La Vuelta, but I’m not at all impressed by what we’ve seen so far.   In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast we’re going to discuss why this latest leak has left me – maybe us – so underwhelmed.   We’re then going to discuss this year’s best drop bar bike, yes, that’s right - our Bike of the Year has been crowned, and Warren here is going to tell you what it is and why it’s better than everything else.   Then, lastly we will of course have our news in brief, where we’ve got news of Specialized’s new ‘cheaper’ Tarmac SL9 range, Garmin’s new flagship smartwatch and Insta360’s latest action camera.   Before we crack on, a massive thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this podcast and helping us keep it going. We’ll have more to tell you about them later. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/   In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon and Warren discuss why the latest GPS bike computers can’t convince either of them to upgrade – and why Garmin’s 7-year old Edge 830 remains the undefeated champ (at least in Simon’s opinion).   Following this, Simon quizzes Warren on why he’s changed his mind about aero gravel bikes, following a number of recent bike tests.   We then round out the podcast with News in Brief, which includes details (and a hot take from Simon) about Continental’s new 32mm Aero 111 tyre, news that a fund to help young riders has been set up in memory of Finlay Tarling, and a brief preview of what to expect in our upcoming Bike of The Year test. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week on the BikeRadar Podcast, Ashley Quinlan and Warren Rossiter tackle the biggest stories from the past seven days – starting with Trek’s newly updated Domane endurance bike. Could it best the likes of the Giant Defy and Cannondale Synapse? We also talk about the other big launch of the week by Cube, with a slew of great-value bikes including the new Litening Aero C:68X and refreshed Attain line-up. Missed Ashley’s review of the Litening Aero C:68X? Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaFBrlq7ang&t=1s Elsewhere, spurred by a discussion around eCVT transmissions, Warren has a spicy opinion about drivetrains, suggesting it’s high-time we retired the humble bike chain.  We also reveal the latest on Raleigh and Lapierre’s fortunes following the Accell Group’s troubles, and share news of Wahoo’s plans to take on Garmin and Strava. And of course, we finish up with Woz Occurring. Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon and Warren discuss the demise of the Acell Group – a Dutch bicycle maker that owns a number of historic brands, including Raleigh, Lapierre and Haibike. This appears to be the latest fallout from the overstocking crisis that followed the bike industry's Covid boom, but what does it mean for everyday riders? As a veteran of the bike industry, Warren’s seen it all – and he has a few ideas as to why this keeps happening. Simon and Warren also discuss the apparent leak of a new Shimano freehub standard – designed for 13-speed drivetrains. Is another freehub standard what the bike industry needs? We're not so sure... Warren then talks us through his 90s mountain bike conversion, before finishing on the controversy surrounding padded bras and aero gains at the Tour de France Femmes. This podcast is sponsored by Feedback Sports. Read more on BikeRadar: Owner of Raleigh and Lapierre files for insolvency after €1.8bn buyout Leaked details suggest Shimano 13-speed could require new freehub standard I converted a 1990s MTB into a full-suspension gravel bike – here's how it compares to a top 2026 gravel racer Padded bras cause controversy at Tour de France Femmes ahead of stage four time trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Wahoo Fitness for sponsoring this podcast. In this bonus episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon and Warren chat about the crazy difference a decade of race bike development makes, by comparing Tadej Pogačar's 2026 Tour de France-winning Colnago Y1Rs and Chris Froome's 2016 race-winning Pinarello Dogma F8. They get right into the details of the designs and the tech shifts we've seen, before finally deciding which bike they'd rather have, given the choice. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Tour de France is cycling’s ultimate shop window, with millions of bike-mad fans tuning in every summer. In this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, George Scott and Simon von Bromley rank the most influential bike tech of all time. What’s top of the list? This episode is sponsored by Wahoo Fitness. Read more – https://www.bikeradar.com/features/tech/most-influential-tour-de-france-tech-ranked Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon and Warren are back to cover the hottest cycling tech from the week. We kick things off with a hot take from Warren – he’s had enough of pro-spec, Tour de France race bikes and thinks it’s time everyday riders stopped lusting after them. Following that, the two discuss Warren’s recently published review of Ribble’s new Ultra-Road – an aero-optimised endurance road bike – and why you should consider it alongside bikes from the biggest brands. Then, in this week’s news in brief, we discuss Garmin’s new potential Whoop-killer, Shimano’s new mid-range gravel shoes and the UCI’s staunch defense of nighttime anti-doping tests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This episode is sponsored by Vielo. BikeRadar’s senior technical editor, Warren Rossiter, chats to Ian Hughes, the co-founder of 1x-specific bike brand Vielo. Vielo was founded in 2017 by father and son team Ian and Trevor Hughes. They’re confident in the benefits of 1x for road and gravel riders – to the point that Vielo’s bikes are only compatible with single-chainring drivetrains. Warren quizzes Ian on the brand’s origins, why they think 1x works for riders, and what’s next for Vielo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s time trial day at the Tour de France and, for this episode, BikeRadar’s George Scott and Simon von Bromley break down the five things that make riders so fast in 2026. From whacky helmet designs to the latest wind-cheating bikes, George and Simon dissect the cutting-edge tech that drives time trial performance. Read more – Simon says: the UCI should ban time trial bikes: https://www.bikeradar.com/features/opinion/the-uci-should-ban-time-trial-bikes Watch this video – Why you should stop slamming your stem: https://youtu.be/5ApscHcKiHI?si=d19d9VGK91JNx_N0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ We added the real cost of Tadej Pogačar’s custom Colnago Y1Rs and the results are staggering! In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon and Warren discuss whether pro road cycling should have a cost cap for bikes – like has been recently introduced for the track. Following that, Simon quizzes Warren about his review of the new Cervélo Soloist, and why Warren thinks it’s a better bike for most riders than the R5 or S5. Lastly, in this week’s news in brief, Simon and Warren discuss the ‘bad hotels’ drama from this year’s Tour de France, and Pogačar’s call for an overhaul of pro road cycling's race calendar. Is it fair to make elite athletes sleep in shoddy hotels and what’s holding back calendar reform? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

George Scott and Simon von Bromley look at the key tech trends dominating this year’s Tour de France and discuss how relevant they are to everyday riders. Should you be copying the pros? Will emulating the Tour de France peloton make you faster? Or should you leave Tadej Pogačar and co to it, and simply focus on riding your bike? Check out all of BikeRadar’s Tour de France coverage: https://www.bikeradar.com/events/tour-de-france Watch the BikeRadar Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLhX4qGpWXV9tAJuZGkXukE9OvAHxOAaRc Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ Fresh from the 2026 Tour de France Grand Départ, Simon and Ashley are back at BikeRadar HQ and keen to share everything they saw in Barcelona. From Pogačar’s 25c tyres to Vingegaard’s 30s, the continuing prevalence of narrow bars and short cranks, and why we were shocked by how much some of this year’s key bikes weighed, we cover all the juicy tech details from the race start. If you want to know what tech the pros are using at the biggest bike race of the year, this is the podcast for you.  And, of course, don’t forget to check out our other videos from this year’s Tour de France after you’ve watched this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week's episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon is back in the studio with Warren Rossiter to look ahead to the 2026 Tour de France. From weight weenie bikes to extreme heat hacks, these are the tech stories that we think will define the race for cycling's most important prize. Following that, Warren and Simon address a few questions posed on a recent episode of the Nero Show podcast, about Warren's review of the new Eddy Merckx 525R. We then move onto news in brief, where we cover a smattering of stories from Eurobike, Continental's new limited edition tyres and some good news for cheap road and gravel bikes from Shimano. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/  In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Ashley Quinlan returns with Warren Rossiter to hear why the new Merckx 525R might be the best aero road bike that Warren's ever ridden. The duo also discuss Shimano's new Deore XT mountain bike groupset, and pose the question: could this pave the way for the return of a mechanical Shimano Ultegra groupset? Finally, we've got a new Bianchi Specialissima (has Bianchi played it too safe?), bump-smoothing gravel tech, the pro who crashed OVER the finish line (but still won the race) and news that the Tour de France is returning to terrestrial TV in the UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week’s packed episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Ashley Quinlan is joined by Warren Rossiter, to get to grips with the biggest news stories of the week. First up is Megamo’s new ebike with a 1,500W peak power motor. Is it too much? Ashley and Warren discuss. Ashley then shares the counter-trends he spotted while on the ground at the start of the Tour Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (formerly known as the Critèrium du Dauphiné), before chatting about infamous UCI rules-challenger Jan Willem van Schip’s latest disqualification at the Tour de L’Oise. And Warren shares his take on Garmin’s latest kit-tracking feature, plus the news that Pirelli has launched 55mm wide gravel tyres. How wide is too wide? Warren has a set coming to test, plus lets us in on his latest testing exploits. Finally, we sign off wishing the best of luck to ultracyclists Lael Wilcox and Sarah Goggins on their respective record attempts, happening right now! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this podcast https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Simon von Bromley is in the hotseat alongside Warren Rossiter, to discuss the biggest news stories of the week. We kick things off with Warren’s recently completed group test of rear-view radars and why he thinks they’re now a must-have accessory for keeping riders safe out on the ride. We then discuss Warren’s early impressions of Singular’s 32in Pterodactyl gravel bike – is it the wheel size revolution the bike industry has been promising?  Next up is Lorena Wiebes’ controversial disqualification from the women’s Giro d’Italia, as result of her bike being flagged for being under the UCI’s minimum bike weight limit. Simon and Warren then finish the podcast with Ribble’s new aero endurance road bike, the Ultra-Road, and the sad news of yet more turmoil in the bike industry, as UK-based distributor, Saddleback, goes into administration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, it’s an Unbound special as Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley look ahead to this weekend’s race and discuss the big tech talking point – 32in wheels. Are they on the cusp of becoming the next ‘must-have’ feature in gravel racing, and what does that mean for the recently launched raft of 700c gravel bikes? Tune in to find out. Following that, the duo discuss Vingegaard’s imperious form at the Giro d’Italia and whether it signals that the Danish rider is back to his best ahead of the 2026 Tour de France. Next up, they discuss the Giant TCR SLR – a fantastic value aluminium road bike that recently launched in Japan – the news that the UCI has lost its appeal against SRAM and the Belgian Competition Authority, and the launch of 60mm – yes, 60mm! – gravel tyres from Schwalbe. Finally, we end the podcast with some sad news. After almost a decade at BikeRadar, Jack Luke is leaving for a new role elsewhere in the bike industry 😱 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ This week on the BikeRadar podcast, Jack and Simon are back to discuss all the tricks bike companies use to make their wares as juicy and exciting as possible. From the secrets behind how a bike’s weight is determined, to unsubstantiated performance claims and downright lies about a product’s specs, they pull back the curtain and reveal all. We also discuss the two recently bikes from Specialized, and whether they might be the long awaited Tarmac SL9 and an updated Crux. Plus, with an eye on bikes a few more of us can actually afford, they discuss Canyon’s latest Grizl AL gravel bike. We finish with the sad news that Niner bikes laid off all employees, according to reporting by James Huang, and lament the demise of a brand that Jack once loved. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this episode: https://feedbacksports.com/  In this week’s BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Ashley Quinlan discuss the new Canyon Endurace CF and CF SLX – and why Jack believes its mudguard mounts, a criminally rare feature on modern road bikes, are its most important feature. For News in Brief, our pair cover a safety beacon that looks like a lightsaber for your butt (yes, really), everything you need to know about Chinese groupset giant, Ltwoo, and the news Porsche is shutting down its Fazua ebike motor business, and what that means for the market. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this episode: https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week's BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley discuss the biggest tech trends and talking points from the Traka 2026 – Europe's premier gravel race.  The pair kick things off by unpacking SRAM’s dominance at the event, why aero gravel bikes with enormous tyre clearance suddenly seem to be everywhere, the proliferation of hyper-expensive top-end kit, chunky aero gravel wheels and more.  For News in Brief, they cover Wilier’s new Rapida aero road bike, EF Pro Cycling’s wild Giro d’Italia kit, and a surprisingly detailed Lego road bike complete with a working drivetrain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ Campagnolo has finally revealed its long-awaited Record 13 groupset, so in this week’s edition of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon and Jack discuss the big news from the Italian brand. The pair dig into the new groupset’s five variants, how it compares to Super Record, and whether it could compete seriously with Shimano Ultegra Di2 and SRAM Force AXS. Following that, they discuss Mathieu van der Poel's new leaked Dura-Ace gravel wheels, Tadej Pogačar’s new lightweight Colnago TT bike, Remco Evenepoel’s new lifetime partnership with Specialized, and a concept electronic braking system that could mean goodbye to brake levers. Finally, for this week’s Rant of the Week, Simon and Jack ask whether a new Chorus groupset could be exactly what Campagnolo needs next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley answer your cycling questions in this episode of the BikeRadar Podcast. From why e-bike range collapses in freezing temperatures and whether stabilisers hold kids back, to Eurostar’s baffling bike rules and what the law says about flashing bike lights, the pair tackle your questions, as sent to [email protected] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ Sunshine has returned to the UK, so in this week’s edition of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack and Simon discuss the 10 best upgrades for your road bike this summer. Following that, they discuss X-Lab’s new gravel bike, and its incredibly competitive pricing, Schwalbe's new 60mm gravel tyres, and the news that Shimano is returning to EuroBike this year. For this week’s Rant of the Week, Simon addresses those who said “Just get a MTB!” in response to his recent video about gravel bikes with 50mm of tyre clearance. Continuing on the theme, Jack and Simon finish up by responding to some funny comments from recent videos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ Jack and Simon are back for another edition of the BikeRadar podcast. Hot off the heels of the 2026 Paris-Roubaix, there’s plenty to discuss, including Mathieu van der Poel’s nightmare in the Arenberg trench and Pogačar’s time aboard a blue Shimano neutral service bike.  First up, though, there’s the news that Continental has proved us wrong, with the launch of a 50mm / 2in Dubnital – a top XC race tyre downsized for use on gravel bikes. Does Conti believe wider gravel tyres might actually be faster after all? We discuss. Following that, Jack and Simon briefly cover the hottest cycling tech news from the week, including new GRX and CUES parts from Shimano, Panaracer’s latest racy gravel tyre and Colnago’s drool-worthy C72 superbike. In our rant of the week, Simon argues pro cycling has much to learn from races like Paris-Roubaix, which pose a greater technical and physical challenge to riders and their bikes, than standard road races. Could having more races with demanding parcours help with fan engagement? Simon certainly thinks so. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ In this episode, we talk more about the new Canyon Endurace and what it says about the direction of endurance bike design. Canyon claims it’s their most aero endurance bike yet, with 35mm tyre clearance, updated cockpits, and features like UDH. We look at how this fits into a wider trend and what does this mean for icons like the Trek Domane, Giant Defy, and Specialized Roubaix. We also consider how these changes could influence races like upcoming Paris-Roubaix, including setup choices and whether Mathieu van der Poel will decide to race the new bike. In our Rant of the Week, we discuss the growing threat of Chinese groupsets and whether emerging brands could disrupt the dominance of the established players. Plus, in News in Brief, we cover the latest tech and product launches, including the powerful DJI Avinox motor system, new gravel bikes, and high-end aftermarket components. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Thanks to Feedback Sports for sponsoring this video https://feedbacksports.com/ In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke joins Simon von Bromley to cover the big cycling tech stories of the week. Cycling’s Holy Week is nearly upon us, and with that in mind, Jack and Simon have delved deep into the BikeRadar archive to check out what a Tour of Flanders bike looked like 10 years ago – and how it compares to a modern one. Following that, we preview what bike tech we expect to see at this year’s Ronde and why we shouldn’t expect the kind of outlandish bike mods we often see at Paris-Roubaix. This week’s news in brief covers the new 38 and 42mm Vittoria Corsa Pro Control tyres, Tadej Pogačar’s Milan-San Remo skinsuit auction and our pick of the latest Lidl cycling deals. Finally, we end the pod with our rant of the week, in which Simon explains why he thinks more roadies should be using tubeless tyre inserts – and why they could save your life one day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke joins Simon von Bromley to cover the big cycling tech stories of the week. We kick things off with the news that a new aero-optimised Canyon Endurace has been spotted in the wild, and we think Mathieu van der Poel will be riding it at this year’s Paris-Roubaix. Following that, Jack and Simon discuss Pirelli’s new ‘fastest-ever’ road bike tyres (and their eye-watering price), Roval’s new Terra Aero CLX gravel wheels, an interview with Panda Podium’s Joe Whittingham, and the news that Cannondale is leaving its UK distributor, Saddleback, to return to a direct-to-dealer model.  For our Rant of the Week, Simon details why, in his opinion, anyone shopping for a new gravel bike should disregard anything that doesn’t have clearance for 50mm or larger tyres. The hype surrounding XC mountain bike tyres for gravel is real, he says, and you don’t want to miss out on the trend.  We then finish up with last week’s top story, which was the news that Factor has partnered with Bugatti to produce an outrageous custom aero bike. Is it a cool bit of tech or just a bit naff? As always, let us know what you think in the comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack and Simon cover the news that Shimano faces an $11.5m penalty to the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, over its handling of crankset failures between 2013 and 2022. After a quick refresh on the topic, the duo discuss whether this is the end of the story, and whether Shimano’s reputation has been damaged by its belated recall. For our Rant of the Week, Jack tackles an Instagram sketch targeting bike mechanics, by comedian Dave Durkin. Unfortunately for those in the bike industry, it hits uncomfortably close to home.  Lastly, Jack and Simon take a look back at the top story on BikeRadar last week – an excellent feature from colleague Warren Rossiter, on titanium’s resurgence in popularity as a material for bike frames. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack and Simon kick things off with the launch of the new Cannondale CAAD14, where they discuss the welcome return to a more traditional aluminium frame design, and the eye-watering £7,500 / $7,499 / €7,499 price of the top-spec model.  Next, with Continental launching a new 35mm GP5000 S TR and 30mm TT tyre, the pair discuss whether even wider tyres set to become the new normal in pro racing. In Rant of the Week, they tackle the prickly issue of their flawless dress sense, before wrapping up with an overview of Wheeltop’s groupsets – and why these cheaper, highly programmable drivetrains could shake up the dominance of Shimano and SRAM. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With the first confirmed sighting of a next-generation Shimano Dura-Ace product in the wild, Jack and Simon look ahead at everything we know about R9300 – and what the pair want to see from the Japanese giant’s top-tier road bike groupset.  They then move onto a summary of the key tech news so far from this year’s Spring Classics, including a (subtly) new Canyon Aeroad. This week’s episode is rounded out with Rant of the Week, which pours scorn on brands who get one simple thing wrong when they launch products, before covering what the worst proprietary standards in road cycling. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke is joined by Simon von Bromley to discuss Continental’s new Terra Competition all-road tyre. Only available in relatively narrow widths – by modern gravel standards – could it be that Continental simply doesn’t believe wider tyres are faster? Following that, Jack and Simon discuss Microshift, its recently launched Advent MX mountain bike groupset, and whether it could be a sign of more to come on the road and gravel side of things. This week’s ‘rant of the week’ sees Simon tackling a subject close to his heart – the existence of too many rubbish kids bikes. Lastly, we end with last week’s top story – a great piece by Warren Rossiter, about gravel’s inability to settle on a wheel size (and why we probably shouldn’t be too worried about it). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon von Bromley laments Cannondale’s decision to update the SuperSix EVO, rather than the SystemSix – a bike that’s close to his heart. As ever, Simon is joined by faithful companion, Jack Luke, with the pair discussing Komoot’s curious introduction of a ChatGPT-powered route creator. They then move onto last week’s most read story on BikeRadar – a look into the challenges Basso faces as a bike brand manufacturing in Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The BikeRadar news podcast returns, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to unpack the biggest cycling tech stories of the week. They start with a first look at a new time trial bike spotted under Tadej Pogačar, which appears purpose-built for the Tour de France.  Next up is the Factor Monza. Offering much of the speed and ride feel of Factor’s flagship models for a lower price, the pair break down whether this more affordable option still delivers the performance that matters. They then turn to two stories from the wider cycling world: an AI-powered Bradley Wiggins coaching service launching from £5 per month, and the announcement of a Lance Armstrong biopic made with his approval. Are virtual coaches the future - and should Armstrong’s story be told on screen at all?  And finally Jack and Simon finish with last week's top story on BikeRadar.com and a rant of the week curtesy of Jack and a six-year-old Rapha jacket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The BikeRadar News podcast is back again, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to dissect the biggest tech stories in cycling this week.  The pair kick things off with news of a new anti-doping technology that promises to catch more cheats. But it's been met with fierce resistance from the pro riders’ union, and Simon reckons there are big flaws in the ITA's plan.  Next, the conversation turns to Campagnolo’s future – can the iconic Italian brand ever win back mainstream success? From the case for a simple mechanical groupset to the realities of global pricing and shifting expectations, Simon and Jack debate what Campag needs to do to stay relevant in 2026 and beyond.  Finally, they take a look at Garmin’s latest – and brightest – Varia radar light. Why have rear-view radars become so popular, and do you really need one on your bike? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The BikeRadar News podcast is back again, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to discuss the hottest tech stories in cycling this week.  The pair kick things off with the news that Chinese brand Quick Pro will supply iconic team,  Euskaltel-Euskadi, with bikes for 2026, before moving onto last week’s most-read story – our overview of the Chinese brands you don’t know about, but should.  Following the surprise news that Adidas has updated its road cycling shoes, Simon outlines the brand’s curiously patchy history with the sport. We also discuss Strava’s huge cull of ebike activities, before outlining the potential global ramifications of New Jersey’s new ebike laws.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The BikeRadar podcast is back again, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to discuss the hottest tech stories in cycling. With the Tour Down Under kicking off the WorldTour season in Australia, pro racing is back. The race once again opened with a road bike time trial, which Simon thinks is fantastic. Jack and Simon are less enamoured with Van Rysel’s recently revealed FTP2 concept e-road bike, however. Having caught plenty of attention online, Simon explains why he thinks it shows Van Rysel doesn’t understand what bike racing is really all about. Following this is the news that Canyon is looking to cut 320 jobs from its workforce – is this simply a post-COVID correction or a sign of something worse? For our rant of the week Jack and Simon discuss 32in wheels – the bike industry seems convinced, but we’re not so sure. We finish up with last week’s top tech story, which was the Aerobag airbag for cyclists. Spotted by Jack at the Velofollies trade show in Belgium, it does exactly what it says on the tin, and apparently already has backing from a WorldTour team. Is this the future of cycling safety? Tune in to find out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke and Simon von Bromley are back again to discuss the hottest tech stories in cycling.  Following last week’s episode about the leaked Cannondale CAAD14, we received a tip off about an amazing value Giant road bike that’s not for sale in the UK or US. Luckily, the internet knows no bounds and we’ve got all the details you need to know about it.  The two then discuss SRAM’s new range of Red AXS cranks, which come in lengths down to a tiny 150mm – and whether that’s something anyone should be interested in.  Likewise, should you care about Presta valve alternatives? Simon did some testing with BBB’s new CoreCap valves, and has some thoughts to share.  Lastly, Jack and Simon discuss the reaction to the leaked Cannondale CAAD14 and why aluminium race bikes can make sense for a lot of riders, even if they’re technically not as ‘optimised’ as carbon bikes can be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke is joined by Simon von Bromley to discuss the week’s biggest tech stories in cycling. First up is the news that Cannondale’s CAAD14 has leaked. The highly anticipated aluminium road bike looks like it might be about to launch imminently, and we’ve got all the details you need to know. Following this, Jack and Simon discuss BBB’s intriguing new CoreCap Presta valve adaptors, and the news that Rose bikes has re-entered the UK market. This week’s rant of the week sees Simon bemoan the proliferation of subscription services in cycling and general life. Hardly an original thought, but he does have some concerns about where all this might be heading. Finally, we finish on our top story from the Christmas period – a piece by freelance writer, Charlie Allenby, about whether an enormous VO2 Max is enough to be a pro cyclist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Jack Luke is joined by Ashley Quinlan to discuss this week’s biggest tech stories in cycling. The pair discuss the launch of the Factor One – the world’s fastest UCI-legal road bike, according to the brand.  They also cover a huge bust of $1.1m counterfeit Specialized bikes on AliExpress, and Lance Armstrong’s return to the screen. Jack also expresses his admiration for this winter’s weirdest cycling accessory, and confesses his shredding sins. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s BikeRadar news show, Jack Luke is joined by Ashley Quinlan to discuss difficult times at Campagnolo, with news emerging that the Italian brand is planning to cut up to 120 jobs from its Vicenza HQ after posting losses of €24 million. Though unions disagree, the company says it has “no alternative” if it is to return to a sustainable footing. Jack and Ashley examine what the proposed restructuring means for the brand, how we got here, and what Campagnolo’s latest clarification tells us about its future direction.  The pair also delve into Campagnolo’s confirmation that it is developing new “intermediate” products, with Jack outlining what he believes the company needs to deliver to stay relevant in 2026 without alienating old-school fans of the brand. Finally, the duo discuss last week’s top-performing story on BikeRadar.com – the nine reasons why your next bike should be titanium. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar news podcast, Jack Luke is joined by Simon von Bromley to discuss this week’s biggest tech stories in cycling. Kicking things off is the news that while hi-vis clothing may not be the secret to staying safe while riding, biomotion could be. Next up, the two discuss Schmolke’s new TLO 50 wheelset, which is claimed to be the lightest aero disc brake wheelset in the world, and Garmin’s latest software updates for its Edge bike computers. For our ‘rant of the week’, Jack and Simon bemoan the UK government’s rumoured intention to cap the value of Cycle to Work purchases, due to concerns some are taking advantage of the scheme to buy “luxury leisure” bikes. Finally, we finish with our top story from last week – which was a feature on the Core sensor, a body temperature sensor used by the likes of Tadej Pogačar and other pro cyclists. Visit store.insta360.com and use code RADAR for up to 22% off the X5. The first 30 purchases using the code also get a free replacement lens kit. Offer runs from 20 November 2025 to 2 January 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s news show, Jake Luke is joined by Simon von Bromley for an indoor cycling special. Kicking things off, the duo discuss recent comments made by MyWhoosh’s director of esports and game operations, who said he believes the days of real-world bike racing could be numbered. They then move onto the strangest indoor cycling tech of all time, including bike treadmills to €14,000 indoor bikes made from glass and wood. Next up, George Scott is joined by Stephan Neusser, a sports scientist and coach who works for Rouvy, to discuss the fundamentals of indoor training and how to ensure you’re not burning out this winter. Lastly, Simon teases the results of his most recent smart trainer group test and tells Jack why £500 or $600 is the most any of needs to spend on a new trainer nowadays. Thank you to Rouvy for sponsoring this episode of the BikeRadar podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re back for part three of our indoor training series, supported by Rouvy, and this time BikeRadar’s George Scott quizzes Simon von Bromley on the five training metrics that he really cares about.   Listen to episode one – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bikeradar-podcast/id1461106709?i=1000731505583   Listen to episode two – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bikeradar-podcast/id1461106709?i=1000732960392   Training zones explained – https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bikeradar-podcast/id1461106709?i=1000633537578   Fit older male cyclists face these hidden heart risks – https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/health/fit-older-male-cyclists-face-these-hidden-heart-risks Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week’s news show, Jack Luke is reunited with Simon von Bromley to unpick this week’s biggest tech stories in cycling. First up is Merida’s new Mission gravel bike, which comes with just 40mm of tyre clearance. Is that enough for a modern gravel race bike? We’re not so sure.  The pair then discuss a set of wild prototype gravel rims designed by Dangerholm, and Q36.5’s new ultra-low stack height pedal system made in partnership with SRM. Following that, the pair cover last week’s top story on BikeRadar – the news that men may be facing a testosterone crisis, why this could be affecting their health, and what men can do about it. They then finish with our rant of the week, which sees Simon addressing some of the comments on one of our recent videos. Does bike tech matter to pros? Simon says yes, even if he agrees cycling isn’t Formula 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Ashley Quinlan drops in with host Jack Luke to talk over the biggest stories in cycling.    They discuss the return of Vitus, Nukeproof and dhb following the folding of the Wiggle/CRC group, and then move onto the hottest bike launch of the week – a new track bike from Italian brand Colnago. Then, they cover some flashy new light up pedals from Look which are claimed to boost rider visibility by over five times!   Finally, it’s time for Rant of the Week, with Jack feeling all warm and fuzzy following his visit to the UK National Hill Climb Championships in Matlock the previous weekend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this month’s BikeRadar Tech Q&A, we tackle your tech questions as sent to [email protected] this episode, we cover the quiet death of the 27.5in eMTB, aero endurance bikes that don’t weigh a ton, the best ebike motor system, whether it’s worth upgrading to Di2 is worth it, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, Jack Luke is joined by Simon von Bromley to unpack the biggest stories in cycling. They start with the surprising news that Strava has dropped its lawsuit against Garmin – just 21 days after it was made public. The pair then discuss Tom Pidcock’s big equipment switch for 2026, Rapha’s reset, plus the impressive times posted by Geraint Thomas and Tom Dumoulin… in running events? Finally, it’s time for Rant of the Week, with Jack taking aim at the hostility cyclists face when trying to travel by train in the UK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Indoor training can fast-track your fitness – but the intensity associated with riding indoors can also lead to burnout. In this episode of the podcast, George Scott and Simon von Bromley share five tips to help you find balance in your training plan.   Read more on indoor training burnout: https://www.bikeradar.com/advice/fitness-and-training/indoor-training-burnout Read Simon’s review of the Wahoo Kickr Core 2: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/training/indoor-trainers/wahooo-kickr-core-2-review Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices