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

We tested folding bike multi-tools for roadside repairs: here is the coverage, leverage and chain tool worth carrying, plus a budget pick.

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

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

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

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.

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