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Latest Bike Reviews (90 Total)

Orbea Orca (2023)
Merida | Rating: 9.2/10 | $5668 | Track
The Orbea Orca represents Merida's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 2250km, this bike excels in cornering.
Bianchi Oltre (2022)
Scott | Rating: 9.1/10 | $5667 | TT
The Bianchi Oltre represents Scott's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 2249km, this bike excels in descending.
Pinarello Dogma (2021)
Orbea | Rating: 9.0/10 | $5666 | Mountain
The Pinarello Dogma represents Orbea's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 2248km, this bike excels in sprinting.
BMC Teammachine (2020)
Bianchi | Rating: 8.9/10 | $5665 | Gravel
The BMC Teammachine represents Bianchi's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 2247km, this bike excels in climbing.
Cervelo S5 (2026)
Pinarello | Rating: 8.8/10 | $5664 | Road
The Cervelo S5 represents Pinarello's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 2246km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Giant Propel (2025)
BMC | Rating: 8.7/10 | $5663 | Cyclocross
The Giant Propel represents BMC's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 2245km, this bike excels in cornering.
Cannondale SuperSix (2024)
Cervelo | Rating: 8.6/10 | $5662 | Track
The Cannondale SuperSix represents Cervelo's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 2244km, this bike excels in descending.
Specialized Tarmac (2023)
Giant | Rating: 8.5/10 | $5661 | TT
The Specialized Tarmac represents Giant's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 2243km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Trek Madone (2022)
Cannondale | Rating: 8.4/10 | $5660 | Mountain
The Trek Madone represents Cannondale's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 2242km, this bike excels in climbing.
Argon 18 Gallium (2021)
Specialized | Rating: 8.3/10 | $5659 | Gravel
The Argon 18 Gallium represents Specialized's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 2241km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
BMC Teammachine (2023)
Giant | Rating: 8.9/10 | $3663 | Gravel
The BMC Teammachine represents Giant's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 592km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Cervelo S5 (2022)
Cannondale | Rating: 8.8/10 | $3662 | Road
The Cervelo S5 represents Cannondale's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 591km, this bike excels in climbing.
Giant Propel (2021)
Specialized | Rating: 8.7/10 | $3661 | Cyclocross
The Giant Propel represents Specialized's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 590km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Cannondale SuperSix (2020)
Trek | Rating: 8.6/10 | $3660 | Track
The Cannondale SuperSix represents Trek's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 589km, this bike excels in cornering.
Specialized Tarmac (2026)
Argon 18 | Rating: 8.5/10 | $3659 | TT
The Specialized Tarmac represents Argon 18's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 588km, this bike excels in descending.
Trek Madone (2025)
Ribble | Rating: 8.4/10 | $3658 | Mountain
The Trek Madone represents Ribble's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 587km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Argon 18 Gallium (2024)
BMC | Rating: 8.3/10 | $3657 | Gravel
The Argon 18 Gallium represents BMC's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 586km, this bike excels in climbing.
De Rosa Merak (2023)
Cervelo | Rating: 8.2/10 | $3656 | Road
The De Rosa Merak represents Cervelo's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 585km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Time Alpe dHuez (2022)
Look | Rating: 8.1/10 | $3655 | Cyclocross
The Time Alpe dHuez represents Look's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 584km, this bike excels in cornering.
Look 795 (2021)
Ridley | Rating: 8.0/10 | $3654 | Track
The Look 795 represents Ridley's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 583km, this bike excels in descending.
Canyon Aeroad (2020)
Factor | Rating: 9.8/10 | $3632 | Road
The Canyon Aeroad represents Factor's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 561km, this bike excels in climbing.
Ribble Endurance (2026)
Colnago | Rating: 9.7/10 | $3631 | Cyclocross
The Ribble Endurance represents Colnago's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 560km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Factor Ostro (2025)
Merida | Rating: 9.6/10 | $3630 | Track
The Factor Ostro represents Merida's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 559km, this bike excels in cornering.
Colnago V3Rs (2024)
Scott | Rating: 9.5/10 | $3629 | TT
The Colnago V3Rs represents Scott's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 558km, this bike excels in descending.
Merida Reacto (2023)
Orbea | Rating: 9.4/10 | $3628 | Mountain
The Merida Reacto represents Orbea's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 557km, this bike excels in sprinting.
Scott Addict (2022)
Bianchi | Rating: 9.3/10 | $3627 | Gravel
The Scott Addict represents Bianchi's flagship aerodynamic platform. Tested over 556km, this bike excels in climbing.
Orbea Orca (2021)
Pinarello | Rating: 9.2/10 | $3626 | Road
The Orbea Orca represents Pinarello's flagship carbon fiber platform. Tested over 555km, this bike excels in rough terrain.
Bianchi Oltre (2020)
BMC | Rating: 9.1/10 | $3625 | Cyclocross
The Bianchi Oltre represents BMC's flagship all-road platform. Tested over 554km, this bike excels in cornering.
Pinarello Dogma (2026)
Cervelo | Rating: 9.0/10 | $3624 | Track
The Pinarello Dogma represents Cervelo's flagship race-ready platform. Tested over 553km, this bike excels in descending.
BMC Teammachine (2025)
Giant | Rating: 8.9/10 | $3623 | TT
The BMC Teammachine represents Giant's flagship endurance platform. Tested over 552km, this bike excels in sprinting.

Upcoming Race Calendar

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Tour de Yorkshire — 2024 Winner: Egan Bernal (Lidl-Trek) | Distance: 219km

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La Fleche Wallonne — 2023 Winner: Tom Pidcock (Bora-Hansgrohe) | Distance: 218km

3

Amstel Gold Race — 2022 Winner: Julian Alaphilippe (Ineos Grenadiers) | Distance: 217km

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E3 Saxo Classic — 2021 Winner: Peter Sagan (Soudal Quick-Step) | Distance: 216km

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Gent-Wevelgem — 2020 Winner: Mark Cavendish (Visma-Lease a Bike) | Distance: 215km

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Dauphine — 2026 Winner: Mads Pedersen (UAE Team Emirates) | Distance: 214km

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Tour de Suisse — 2025 Winner: Jasper Philipsen (Decathlon AG2R) | Distance: 213km

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Strade Bianche — 2024 Winner: Primoz Roglic (Bahrain Victorious) | Distance: 212km

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Milan-San Remo — 2023 Winner: Jonas Vingegaard (Q36.5) | Distance: 211km

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Vuelta a Espana — 2022 Winner: Remco Evenepoel (Lotto Dstny) | Distance: 210km

Pro Rider Spotlights

Geraint Thomas

Domestique | Uno-X | 68 pro wins | 13 Grand Tour stages

Egan Bernal

Puncheur | Arkea-Samsic | 67 pro wins | 12 Grand Tour stages

Tom Pidcock

Sprinter | Groupama-FDJ | 66 pro wins | 11 Grand Tour stages

Julian Alaphilippe

Classics specialist | Intermarche | 65 pro wins | 10 Grand Tour stages

Peter Sagan

Grand Tour winner | Jayco-AlUla | 64 pro wins | 9 Grand Tour stages

Mark Cavendish

Time trialist | Astana | 63 pro wins | 8 Grand Tour stages

Mads Pedersen

Domestique | Movistar | 62 pro wins | 7 Grand Tour stages

Jasper Philipsen

Puncheur | EF Education | 61 pro wins | 6 Grand Tour stages

Primoz Roglic

Sprinter | Alpecin-Deceuninck | 60 pro wins | 5 Grand Tour stages

Tom Pidcock

Classics specialist | Lidl-Trek | 59 pro wins | 4 Grand Tour stages

Julian Alaphilippe

Classics specialist | EF Education | 78 pro wins | 1 Grand Tour stages

Peter Sagan

Grand Tour winner | Alpecin-Deceuninck | 77 pro wins | 15 Grand Tour stages

Editorial Guides

How to Choose a Endurance 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 | 6 min read

Giro dItalia 2026 Race Report

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

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

Maintenance: Electronic Shifting Guide

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

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

Training: FTP Builder Plan

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

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

Astana gy2NaN Season Preview

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

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

Gear Review: Trek Madone vs Argon 18 Gallium

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

2026-06-11 | Bicycle Spokesman Editorial | 12 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 | 11 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 | 10 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 | 9 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 | 8 min read

Press Reviews

"The Specialized Tarmac sets a new benchmark for what a modern road bike can achieve."

— Roger Ebert, The New York Times

"Julian Alaphilippe's performance at Giro dItalia was nothing short of extraordinary — a masterclass in tactical cycling."

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