Charlotte

We tested front-and-rear bike light sets for brightness, sealing, mounts and battery life. These are the ones worth fitting to your bike.

Eight men’s bike helmets tested for fit, ventilation and protection, with the MIPS model we recommend for most riders plus road, trail and night picks.

We tested helmets from Giro, Bell, Schwinn and more to find the best for road, trail, commuting and kids, from budget lids to premium road shells.

We tested GPS bike computers for navigation, ride data, battery life, and ease of use to find the best for mapping, training, and budget rides.

We tested eight bike accessories, from lights and gloves to a phone mount and a cleaner, and picked the ones that make everyday riding easier.

We tested floor pumps for stable, accurate inflation on Presta and Schrader valves, from budget picks to high-pressure road pumps.

We tested keyed and combination cable locks to find which thickness, reach and lock type actually keep a bike secure on everyday rides.

A chain-tool multitool, a radar tail light and a lock worth carrying: the bike accessories we recommend for fit, grip and real rides.

We tested adult bikes for commuting, trails, and small-space storage. Here are the three worth buying, plus what to check before you order.

We tested chain locks for cut resistance, reach, and daily carry. Here are the ones we trust for high-risk racks, commutes, and tight budgets.