The BikeRadar Podcast

In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar podcast, Jack Luke is joined by Simon von Bromley to discuss Continental’s new Terra Competition all-road tyre.

Only available in relatively narrow widths – by modern gravel standards – could it be that Continental simply doesn’t believe wider tyres are faster?

Following that, Jack and Simon discuss Microshift, its recently launched Advent MX mountain bike groupset, and whether it could be a sign of more to come on the road and gravel side of things.

This week’s ‘rant of the week’ sees Simon tackling a subject close to his heart – the existence of too many rubbish kids bikes.

Lastly, we end with last week’s top story – a great piece by Warren Rossiter, about gravel’s inability to settle on a wheel size (and why we probably shouldn’t be too worried about it).
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In this week’s episode of the BikeRadar Podcast, Simon von Bromley laments Cannondale’s decision to update the SuperSix EVO, rather than the SystemSix – a bike that’s close to his heart.

As ever, Simon is joined by faithful companion, Jack Luke, with the pair discussing Komoot’s curious introduction of a ChatGPT-powered route creator.

They then move onto last week’s most read story on BikeRadar – a look into the challenges Basso faces as a bike brand manufacturing in Europe.
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The BikeRadar news podcast returns, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to unpack the biggest cycling tech stories of the week.

They start with a first look at a new time trial bike spotted under Tadej Pogačar, which appears purpose-built for the Tour de France. 

Next up is the Factor Monza. Offering much of the speed and ride feel of Factor’s flagship models for a lower price, the pair break down whether this more affordable option still delivers the performance that matters.

They then turn to two stories from the wider cycling world: an AI-powered Bradley Wiggins coaching service launching from £5 per month, and the announcement of a Lance Armstrong biopic made with his approval. Are virtual coaches the future - and should Armstrong’s story be told on screen at all?

 And finally Jack and Simon finish with last week's top story on BikeRadar.com and a rant of the week curtesy of Jack and a six-year-old Rapha jacket.
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The BikeRadar News podcast is back again, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to dissect the biggest tech stories in cycling this week.

 The pair kick things off with news of a new anti-doping technology that promises to catch more cheats. But it's been met with fierce resistance from the pro riders’ union, and Simon reckons there are big flaws in the ITA's plan.

 Next, the conversation turns to Campagnolo’s future – can the iconic Italian brand ever win back mainstream success? From the case for a simple mechanical groupset to the realities of global pricing and shifting expectations, Simon and Jack debate what Campag needs to do to stay relevant in 2026 and beyond.

 Finally, they take a look at Garmin’s latest – and brightest – Varia radar light. Why have rear-view radars become so popular, and do you really need one on your bike?
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The BikeRadar News podcast is back again, with Simon von Bromley joining Jack Luke to discuss the hottest tech stories in cycling this week. 

The pair kick things off with the news that Chinese brand Quick Pro will supply iconic team,  Euskaltel-Euskadi, with bikes for 2026, before moving onto last week’s most-read story – our overview of the Chinese brands you don’t know about, but should. 

Following the surprise news that Adidas has updated its road cycling shoes, Simon outlines the brand’s curiously patchy history with the sport. We also discuss Strava’s huge cull of ebike activities, before outlining the potential global ramifications of New Jersey’s new ebike laws. 
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