Best Road Bikes 2026
A clear guide to choosing the right road bike for how you actually ride, cutting through the noise to explain what actually makes a road bike ‘the best’ in 2026.
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THE ORIGINAL OUTLIERS, SINCE 1897
We’ve seen every fad and revolution in cycling. We know what makes a good bike great
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The Rise of Women’s Gravel Riding and What’s Coming in 2026
Gravel riding isn’t just a trend, it’s a movement. And women are at the heart of it. Here, we dig into why women’s gravel riding is booming, what the data tells us, and where the next wave of growth is heading.
Shimano 105 - The GOAT Groupset?
Shimano 105 is the groupset riders trust when they want pro-level performance without the pro-level price. With both mechanical and Di2 options now available, it might just be the GOAT. Here’s why.
What is a Gravel Bike?
Gravel bikes are changing how people ride. Sitting right in the middle of road and off-road, they're fast on tarmac and stable on loose ground. Comfortable over long distances and ready for whatever the ride throws at you.
Electric Road Bike vs Road Bike – What’s the Difference?
Electric road bikes deliver the same ride, handling and thrill as traditional road bikes, just with a discreet boost that helps you go further, faster, and ride more often.
Winter Bike Training Guide: How to Stay Consistent When It’s Cold, Wet and Dark
Discover how to keep your fitness and motivation rolling all winter long with expert tips from Ribble Outlier and coach, Ben Thomas.
Keep your legs spinning with the Ribble Zwift Winter Racing Series
The evenings might be getting darker, but your riding doesn’t need to stop. Join the Ribble Winter Racing Series on Zwift every Thursday at 7:10 pm to keep your fitness sharp, ride with the Ribble community and add some friendly competition to your winter training. All levels welcome.
Carbon vs Titanium Bike Frames
We pit Carbon and Titanium bikes against each other to uncover the differences and help you make an informed choice for your next cycling upgrade!
Electric Road Bike vs Road Bike - What's the difference?
Electric road bike vs road bike: what’s the real difference? We cut through the myths and show how e-road bikes stack up against traditional road bikes, rider to rider.
Proven on the World Stage: Ribble Outliers at the 2025 UCI Gravel World Championships
A season-defining finale in Limburg: fast, technical racing, a dominant Dutch display, and the Ribble Outliers closing 2025 with grit, heart, and standout rides.