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Frog 38 review - the smallest pedal bike just got even smaller and even better

Making the jump from scoot bike to pedal bike has just got a lot easier for even the smallest of riders.

Cycling Weekly · Jul 9, 2025

Do shorts designed to make pee'ing easier actually work? Thoughtful design, that needs some practice.

The brand says it set out to create the ultimate pair of women's bib shorts... with easy-pee design, but has it done it?

Cycling Weekly · May 21, 2025

The '30 plants trend' is repackaged old advice - is it good advice?

There’s no disputing the need for plentiful fruit and veg, but do we really need to eat 30 different plants every week? Hannah Reynolds investigates

Cycling Weekly · Dec 7, 2024

Fizik Terra Argo X3 gravel saddle review - its shape and finish makes for an incredibly planted ride

Extra grip for a more planted riding position

Cycling Weekly · Jan 4, 2024

Troy Lee Designs Lilium Pants review - a slim and lightweight option tailored for women

Stylish and practical cycling trousers tailored for women

Cycling Weekly · Oct 31, 2023

I tried an e-bike with ABS and I saw the future

Is anti-lock braking fundamental to e-bike safety?

Cycling Weekly · Aug 2, 2023

Vitus Substance V-2 Flat Bar Gravel Bike Sora review - redefining the modern hybrid bike

You don't have to have drop bars to have a fast and capable bike for on and off-road riding

Cycling Weekly · Aug 2, 2023

Rapha Men's Explore Pants review - not quite what we were expecting

Trousers for adventures which are a little short on bike features

Cycling Weekly · Jul 27, 2023

MAAP Women's Short Team Bib Evo review - with a 5cm shorter leg length than standard

Sustainably produced bib shorts offer good performance but at a high price and a lack of finishing detail

Cycling Weekly · Jul 3, 2023

Selle Italia Flite Boost Gravel TI 316 Superflow review - a gravel saddle that's actually tangibly good

A combination of vibration dampening, cut outs and colors tunes the hugely popular Selle Italia Flite for gravel riding

Cycling Weekly · Jun 29, 2023