A guide to Shimano, SRAM and Campagnolo’s groupset hierarchies, plus how to choose between disc or rim brakes and electronic or mechanical shifting.

Can you be sure that what you are buying is the real deal?

Trimming your brake hoses can transform the aesthetics of your bike, keeping things neat and tidy

This week in the clinic we also take a look at bike fit, Di2 and how best to store your bike for winter

Recall issued in the USA and Canada, while a separate 'inspection and replacement program' announced for Europe

This week Ollie and Alex are back in the studio taking a look at some of your tech and maintenance-related questions

Alex Paton takes a ride on Shimano's new 12-speed version of their flagship product

New mechanical groupset benefits from trickled down tech from 105 Di2, Ultegra and Dura-Ace ranges.

From new bikes to custom components, here’s the best time trial tech we spotted at the Vuelta a España

Both models are available with Shimano 105 components, but does this include an as-yet unreleased 12-speed mechanical groupset?