Cyclingnews tech: How we test

Here at Cyclingnews, our tech team tests thousands of products every year in an effort to bring you, our readers, the most comprehensive and objective opinions in the industry. There’s a range of criteria each product needs to meet before we rate it: this includes pricing, safety, performance, fit, durability and visual appeal, which is assessed both individually and in terms of the broader segment.

We stress test everything from bikes and helmets to clothing, tyres, shoes and lights. And we go to great lengths to ascertain how products perform in the real world too, often during racing or on our designated test routes/protocols. Our test team comprises the best writers in the game – each of whom brings a unique voice with the expertise you can trust.