Matt Phillips
Senior Test Editor, Bicycling
A gear editor for his entire career, Matt’s journey to becoming a leading cycling tech journalist started in 1995, and he’s been at it ever since; likely riding more cycling equipment than anyone on the planet along the way. Previous to his time with Bicycling, Matt worked in bike shops as a service manager, mechanic, and sales person. Based in Durango, Colorado, he enjoys riding and testing any and all kinds of bikes, so you’re just as likely to see him on a road bike dressed in Lycra at a Tuesday night worlds ride as you are to find him dressed in a full face helmet and pads riding a bike park on an enduro bike. He doesn’t race often, but he’s game for anything; having entered road races, criteriums, trials competitions, dual slalom, downhill races, enduros, stage races, short track, time trials, and gran fondos. Next up on his to-do list: a multi day bikepacking trip, and an e-bike race.
This Is the Most Tariff-Resistant Road Bike You Can Buy. And It's Not Even Made in the United States.
One option stands out as the most tariff-resistant road bike, offering exceptional performance, ease of maintenance, and cost-effective ownership during a challenging time for the bicycle industry.
Your Bike Deserves Gear That Won’t Let You Down
With money tight and riders demanding tougher gear, the cycling industry is shifting its focus to durability and practicality. From stronger wheels to rebuildable derailleurs, brands are stepping up to create products that last—and keep cyclists coming back for more.
I Rode the New Specialized Levo 4 and Here’s Why I Think It’s Gonna Change the Way We Think About E-Bikes Forever
Electronic features that are free now will cost you in the future.
The 10 Best Bike Saddles for More Comfortable Miles
Different styles of riding call for purpose-built bike seats. These expert-approved saddles for road cycling, mountain biking, commuting, and endurance efforts have earned our recommendation.
The Specialized Levo 4 Breaks E-Bike Rules—and It’s Genius
Specialized's new Levo 4 courts controversy with a rule-breaking feature, but it is great for riders and will have little impact on the trails.
There’s Never Been an E-Bike Like the New Specialized Levo. Here Are 15 Reasons Why Our Experts Think It Stands Out.
Specialized upped its e-bike game and dramatically raised the bar for the entire category with its new Levo 4 e-mountain bike.
The 27 Best Road, Gravel, Mountain, and Electric Bikes of 2025 Selected By Our Experts
Our editors rode tens of thousands of miles to test and evaluate these award-winning bicycles; for long rides or commuting, on pavement or dirt, one of these bikes might be perfect for you.
Our Editors’ 6 Best Gravel Bikes of 2025 for Rides, Races, or Adventures of All Sizes
From bikepacking to long-distance races and everything in between, these are our favorite gravel bikes for multi-surface riding.
2025's Best Mountain Bikes—8 Great Bikes for Trail Riding, Racing, and Pure Fun
Our editors tested mountain bikes on trails across North America to pick their favorites.
Ride Faster and Farther with Our 6 Best Editor-Tested Road Bikes of 2025
Built for speed and distance riding, these award-winning bikes are designed for long rides, racing, training, or simply enjoying the open road.
Why SRAM’s New Mechanical Mountain Bike Derailleurs Are Such a Big Deal
SRAM's slick-shifting Eagle 90 direct mount rear derailleur proves mechanical shifting ain't dead yet.
SRAM Makes the Most Radical Change to Its Brakes In 20 Years. Here’s What We Think.
The new Motive brake highlights a leaner and better collection of MTB brakes from SRAM.
The 14 Best Bike Helmets of 2025, According to Our Test Editors
Protecting your brain—on the road or on the trail—has never felt, fit, or looked so good.
Would Your Road Bike Be Faster With Massive 40mm Tires? New Testing Challenges Old Assumptions.
A recent lab test suggests wide road tires outperform traditional options on most real-world surfaces.
Thinking of Buying a Gravel Bike? Here’s Why You Should Probably Wait.
This popular trend among pro gravel racers is rendering even the newest gravel bikes obsolete.
Avoid These Rookie Mistakes on Your First Bikepacking Adventure, Say Experts
Learn from the missteps of seasoned bikepackers as they share their hard-earned wisdom, helping you avoid common mistakes on your first trips.
The 8 Best Electric Mountain Bikes of 2025. So Far.
From entry-level hardtails to long travel enduro rigs, this list has a bike for every rider looking for pedal-assisted trail adventures.
Gravel Shoes Debunked: Expert Explains Why You Can Skip Them
Cycling’s written and unwritten rules about gear and apparel are stupid
Easy, Expert-Recommended Tips for More Powerful and Quieter Disc Brakes
Brand-new bike? Just changed your rotors or pads? Follow these tips for the best disc brake performance.
The 9 Best Fat Tire Electric Bikes of 2025
These are our favorite fat tire e-bikes for riding trails, commuting to work, hauling our kids, and plain old having fun.
Bike Prices Can Seem Outrageous. Here's Why They're Probably Not Worth the Cost
Our expert crunches some numbers on high-end cycling gear to see if extra money buys you extra performance.
Lube Your Chain Quickly and Effectively With This Clever New Tool
I might have finally found the easiest way to properly lube a chain.
Five Unique Race Bikes You Need to See
Some of the coolest race bikes in the world aren’t raced in the Tour de France. We round up 5 of the fastest and most intersting.
Six Expert Tips and Recommendations To Boost Your Cycling Cadence
Increasing your cadence can decrease strain on your body and improve your efficiency. Use this gear to help you train for and achieve a faster spin on your bike.
Shopping for Wider Tires? Consider These Six Things First
You’ve heard the buzz about wider tires. But before you buy a set for your bike, here are the things you need to know.
Shopping for New Cycling Gear? Here’s the One Thing You Must Consider.
Take It From a Gear Editor: You Can’t Buy Cycling Happiness.
10 Expert Picks To Help You Solve Annoying Cycling Problems
Product picks to optimize, personalize, or extend the life of your bikes and gear.
No Matter Your Mountain Bike's Price, We Have Expert-Recommended Upgrades for Every Rider
Whether your mountain bike costs $750 or $10,000, here are the best upgrades to make first.
Shopping for a New Wheelset for Your Rim Brake Bike? I Was Too: Here’s What I Learned.
Major brands have phased out rim brake wheels. However, solutions still exist to keep beloved bikes on the road.
Chris King's Latest Product Makes No Sense. Here's Why I Think You'll Love It.
Despite its impracticality and higher cost, Chris King's titanium headset remains coveted among cycling enthusiasts, celebrated for its rarity and allure of ti.
"Welcome Back to My Feet, Sidi. Hope You're Here for a While."
Once a pioneer in cycling footwear, Sidi fell behind as competitors embraced carbon soles. With the new Ergo 6, Sidi might have the shoe to regain its place in cyclists' hearts
Pinarello Dogma X: Speed and Comfort for Long-Distance Cycling
This fast and comfortable bike excels on long rides and centuries.