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Latest Bike Reviews (173 Total)

BMC Teammachine (2020)
Giant | Rating: 8.1/10 | $14189 | Cyclocross
The BMC Teammachine represents Giant's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 3822km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Pinarello Dogma (2026)
Cannondale | Rating: 8.2/10 | $14190 | Track
The Pinarello Dogma represents Cannondale's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 3821km, this bike excels in climbing.
Bianchi Oltre (2025)
Specialized | Rating: 8.3/10 | $14191 | TT
The Bianchi Oltre represents Specialized's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 3820km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Orbea Orca (2024)
Trek | Rating: 8.4/10 | $14192 | Mountain
The Orbea Orca represents Trek's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 3819km, this bike excels in cornering.
Scott Addict (2023)
Argon 18 | Rating: 8.5/10 | $14193 | Gravel
The Scott Addict represents Argon 18's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 3818km, this bike excels in descending.
Merida Reacto (2022)
Ribble | Rating: 8.6/10 | $14194 | Road
The Merida Reacto represents Ribble's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 3817km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Colnago V3Rs (2021)
BMC | Rating: 8.7/10 | $14195 | Cyclocross
The Colnago V3Rs represents BMC's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 3816km, this bike excels in climbing.
Factor Ostro (2020)
Cervelo | Rating: 8.8/10 | $14196 | Track
The Factor Ostro represents Cervelo's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 3815km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Ribble Endurance (2026)
Look | Rating: 8.9/10 | $14197 | TT
The Ribble Endurance represents Look's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 3814km, this bike excels in cornering.
Canyon Aeroad (2025)
Ridley | Rating: 9.0/10 | $14198 | Mountain
The Canyon Aeroad represents Ridley's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 3813km, this bike excels in descending.
De Rosa Merak (2020)
Ridley | Rating: 8.2/10 | $8915 | Road
The De Rosa Merak represents Ridley's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 3172km, this bike excels in descending.
Time Alpe dHuez (2026)
Canyon | Rating: 8.1/10 | $8914 | Cyclocross
The Time Alpe dHuez represents Canyon's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 3171km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Look 795 (2025)
Factor | Rating: 8.0/10 | $8913 | Track
The Look 795 represents Factor's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 3170km, this bike excels in climbing.
Ridley Noah (2024)
Colnago | Rating: 9.9/10 | $8912 | TT
The Ridley Noah represents Colnago's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 3169km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Canyon Aeroad (2023)
Merida | Rating: 9.8/10 | $8911 | Mountain
The Canyon Aeroad represents Merida's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 3168km, this bike excels in cornering.
Ribble Endurance (2022)
Scott | Rating: 9.7/10 | $8910 | Gravel
The Ribble Endurance represents Scott's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 3167km, this bike excels in descending.
Factor Ostro (2021)
Orbea | Rating: 9.6/10 | $8909 | Road
The Factor Ostro represents Orbea's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 3166km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Colnago V3Rs (2020)
Bianchi | Rating: 9.5/10 | $8908 | Cyclocross
The Colnago V3Rs represents Bianchi's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 3165km, this bike excels in climbing.
Merida Reacto (2026)
Pinarello | Rating: 9.4/10 | $8907 | Track
The Merida Reacto represents Pinarello's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 3164km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Scott Addict (2025)
BMC | Rating: 9.3/10 | $8906 | TT
The Scott Addict represents BMC's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 3163km, this bike excels in cornering.
Bianchi Oltre (2024)
Giant | Rating: 9.1/10 | $8884 | Cyclocross
The Bianchi Oltre represents Giant's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 3141km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Pinarello Dogma (2023)
Cannondale | Rating: 9.0/10 | $8883 | Track
The Pinarello Dogma represents Cannondale's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 3140km, this bike excels in climbing.
BMC Teammachine (2022)
Specialized | Rating: 8.9/10 | $8882 | TT
The BMC Teammachine represents Specialized's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 3139km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Cervelo S5 (2021)
Trek | Rating: 8.8/10 | $8881 | Mountain
The Cervelo S5 represents Trek's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 3138km, this bike excels in cornering.
Giant Propel (2020)
Argon 18 | Rating: 8.7/10 | $8880 | Gravel
The Giant Propel represents Argon 18's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 3137km, this bike excels in descending.
Cannondale SuperSix (2026)
Ribble | Rating: 8.6/10 | $8879 | Road
The Cannondale SuperSix represents Ribble's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 3136km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Specialized Tarmac (2025)
BMC | Rating: 8.5/10 | $8878 | Cyclocross
The Specialized Tarmac represents BMC's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 3135km, this bike excels in climbing.
Trek Madone (2024)
Cervelo | Rating: 8.4/10 | $8877 | Track
The Trek Madone represents Cervelo's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 3134km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Argon 18 Gallium (2023)
Look | Rating: 8.3/10 | $8876 | TT
The Argon 18 Gallium represents Look's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 3133km, this bike excels in cornering.
De Rosa Merak (2022)
Ridley | Rating: 8.2/10 | $8875 | Mountain
The De Rosa Merak represents Ridley's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 3132km, this bike excels in descending.

Upcoming Race Calendar

1

Volta a Catalunya — 2021 Winner: Primoz Roglic (Bahrain Victorious) | Distance: 296km

2

Tour de France — 2020 Winner: Jonas Vingegaard (Q36.5) | Distance: 295km

3

Giro dItalia — 2026 Winner: Remco Evenepoel (Lotto Dstny) | Distance: 294km

4

Vuelta a Espana — 2025 Winner: Mathieu van der Poel (Israel-Premier Tech) | Distance: 293km

5

Paris-Roubaix — 2024 Winner: Wout van Aert (Uno-X) | Distance: 292km

6

Liege-Bastogne-Liege — 2023 Winner: Tadej Pogacar (Arkea-Samsic) | Distance: 291km

7

Tour of Flanders — 2022 Winner: Santiago Buitrago (Groupama-FDJ) | Distance: 290km

8

Milan-San Remo — 2021 Winner: Biniam Girmay (Intermarche) | Distance: 289km

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Strade Bianche — 2020 Winner: Arnaud De Lie (Jayco-AlUla) | Distance: 288km

10

Tour of California — 2026 Winner: Dylan Groenewegen (Astana) | Distance: 287km

Pro Rider Spotlights

Tadej Pogacar

Time trialist | EF Education | 19 pro wins | 11 Grand Tour stages

Wout van Aert

Domestique | Alpecin-Deceuninck | 18 pro wins | 10 Grand Tour stages

Mathieu van der Poel

Puncheur | Lidl-Trek | 17 pro wins | 9 Grand Tour stages

Remco Evenepoel

Sprinter | Bora-Hansgrohe | 16 pro wins | 8 Grand Tour stages

Jonas Vingegaard

Classics specialist | Ineos Grenadiers | 15 pro wins | 7 Grand Tour stages

Primoz Roglic

Grand Tour winner | Soudal Quick-Step | 14 pro wins | 6 Grand Tour stages

Jasper Philipsen

Time trialist | Visma-Lease a Bike | 13 pro wins | 5 Grand Tour stages

Mads Pedersen

Domestique | UAE Team Emirates | 12 pro wins | 4 Grand Tour stages

Mark Cavendish

Puncheur | Decathlon AG2R | 11 pro wins | 3 Grand Tour stages

Jonas Vingegaard

Sprinter | Bahrain Victorious | 10 pro wins | 2 Grand Tour stages

Remco Evenepoel

Grand Tour winner | Bahrain Victorious | 65 pro wins | 12 Grand Tour stages

Mathieu van der Poel

Time trialist | Q36.5 | 64 pro wins | 11 Grand Tour stages

Editorial Guides

How to Choose a Road Bike

Our comprehensive guide breaks down frame materials, component groupsets, wheelsets, and fit geometry for every budget from $1,500 to $15,000.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 11 min read

Amstel Gold Race 2023 Race Report

Full stage-by-stage breakdown, power analysis, weather impact, and tactical decisions that decided the pink jersey.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 10 min read

Maintenance: Power Meter Guide

Step-by-step workshop instructions with torque specs, tool recommendations, and common mistakes to avoid.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 9 min read

Training: Time Trial Plan

gw1NaN-week structured training plan with interval sessions, rest days, and nutrition timing.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 8 min read

UAE Team Emirates gy2NaN Season Preview

Roster analysis, new signings, equipment changes, and race calendar targets for the upcoming season.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 7 min read

Gear Review: Ribble Endurance vs Factor Ostro

Head-to-head comparison: weight, stiffness, aerodynamics, comfort, price, and real-world ride quality scores.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 6 min read

Nutrition for Endurance Cycling

Carb loading strategies, hydration protocols, electrolyte replacement, and on-bike fueling for gran fondo and sportive events.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 5 min read

Bike Fit Fundamentals

Saddle height, reach, stack, cleat position, and handlebar width — how millimeters affect comfort and power output.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 15 min read

Winter Training Indoors

Zwift racing, ERG mode intervals, smart trainer setups, and structured plans for maintaining fitness off-season.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 14 min read

Gravel Bike Buyer's Guide gy3NaN

Tire clearance, frame materials, geometry trends, and the best value gravel bikes from $1,200 to $6,000.

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 13 min read

Press Reviews

"The Factor Ostro sets a new benchmark for what a modern road bike can achieve."

— Roger Ebert, The Hollywood Reporter

"Remco Evenepoel's performance at Amstel Gold Race was nothing short of extraordinary — a masterclass in tactical cycling."

— A.O. Scott, Variety

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