Tech

500g of added weight and 160mm cranks: Laurie Greenland tells all about his custom Santa Cruz V10 downhill superbike

Greenland, who rode the bike to a third-place finish at 2024's Mont St Anne World Cup, speaks to off.road.cc at Bike Park Wales about the choices behind his setup

Sun, Jun 01, 2025 14:00
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Whyte’s £4,500 e-MTB and more from Leatt, Stans No Tubes, POC and Fox

The five coolest things to come into the office alongside this week's top news.

Sat, May 31, 2025 10:00
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The Selle San Marco Mantra is the ideal mountain bike saddle for all riders and trail types

The Mantra will support your climbing and enhances descending in the steepest terrain, with MTB specific design features

Thu, May 29, 2025 14:00
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Are e-bike batteries safe? What’s the difference between a safe battery and a fire risk?

A look at what's inside an e-bike battery and how to be sure you're buying something safe

Tue, May 27, 2025 11:11
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Ignore the naysayers, gravel suspension WILL make you faster! Here’s why I think it should be standard on all gravel bikes

Gravel riders seek compliance, but why not suspension? Here's why I think suspension is the way forwards for gravel, and not just for elite riders

Fri, May 23, 2025 13:00
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Ignore the naysayers, gravel suspension WILL make you faster! Here’s why I think it should be standard on all gravel bikes

Gravel riders seek compliance, but why not suspension? Here's why I think suspension is the way forwards for gravel, and not just for elite riders

Fri, May 23, 2025 12:00
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Is Canyon working on an all new gravel fork? Getting up close and personal with Freddy Ovett’s mysterious DT Swiss-equipped Canyon Grail

We take a closer look at Freddy Ovett's suspension-forked 2025 Gralloch race bike

Tue, May 20, 2025 11:18
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Is Canyon working on an all new gravel fork? Getting up close and personal with Freddy Ovett’s mysterious DT Swiss-equipped Canyon Grail

We take a closer look at Freddy Ovett's suspension-forked 2025 Gralloch race bike

Tue, May 20, 2025 11:00
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How to lock your bike when you’re out and about so it’s there when you come back

From choosing the right lock to securing your ride in the best place, our guide shows you how to reduce your chances of becoming a victim of bike theft

Mon, May 19, 2025 15:43
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Torque it up: What is the maximum peak power from a 250W e-bike motor?

Peak power, continuous power and torque - we demystify the tech-speak around motors

Mon, May 19, 2025 14:26
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Check out the original Boris Bike

It’s 15 years since London introduced its public bike-sharing scheme, so let’s take a look back at a classic

Sun, May 18, 2025 20:45
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Is Mason’s new Macro the most versatile hardtail ever? Plus OneUp Components’ wavey pedals and new gear from Hunt, Fox + TRP

This week's Five Cool Things round-up features a super customisable new rig from Mason, plus we're rounding up all the best stories of the week

Fri, May 16, 2025 13:59
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Suffering on the hills? Find out how to get lower gears to make climbing easier

Your options for bike set-up to make climbing a doddle – or, at least, a little more painless

Wed, May 14, 2025 11:30
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The Orbea story — the past, present, and cycling into the future with a legendary Basque bike brand Sponsored

We look at the history of Spanish bike brand Orbea, and see how a company that began by making guns for its local Basque populace now leads the world in bicycle innovation.

Mon, May 12, 2025 16:27
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“The fastest UCI-legal road bike, bar none”: check out the Stromm Raktt

With bold aerodynamic claims, Stromm Cycles says its new Raktt road bike outpaces every other UCI-compliant machine on the market

Sun, May 11, 2025 20:45
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Bicycle component materials explained: Carbon fibre vs alloy

A deep dive into these two popular component materials and the specific benefits they offer.

Sun, May 11, 2025 09:00
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5 best upgrades for your new mountain or gravel bike

Just bought a new bike? Here's the first five things you should upgrade.

Fri, May 09, 2025 14:00
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The pros and cons of tubeless tyres

Tubeless is the future but it's still not a perfect system. In this article, we address all your tubeless questions.

Fri, May 09, 2025 08:45
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Five reasons why you need the Muc-Off Mobile Pressure Washer

There’s no excuse to ride with a dirty bike anymore; Muc-Off’s Mobile Pressure Washer is here to change the way you think about bicycle cleaning.

Thu, May 08, 2025 11:56
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Why your first upgrade needs to be carbon wheels

The cost of living crisis shouldn't curtail your dreams of a carbon wheel upgrade; Ere Research has you covered.

Thu, May 08, 2025 09:00
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2025 Shanghai Bike Show: all the bikes and shiny-new tech

Affordable mountain bikes, DJI-equipped e-MTBs and tonnes of fresh tech.

Wed, May 07, 2025 14:11
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Mechanical vs wireless actuation – which is best for you?

Spanning drivetrains, droppers and suspension, is wireless worth the investment? We weigh up the pros and cons.

Wed, May 07, 2025 08:00
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Mountain and gravel bike upgrades for less than £50

Seven budget friendly upgrades for your mountain or gravel bike.

Tue, May 06, 2025 14:40
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Welcome to Upgrade Week – tips and tricks from our expert tech team

A do-it-yourself digital workshop covering all the tips and tricks to affordably upgrade your pride and joy.

Mon, May 05, 2025 08:00
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Tubeless tyres vs TPU inner tubes – which is best for you?

We dive into the pros and cons of TPU inner tubes, and tubeless tyres.

Mon, May 05, 2025 07:55
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Whatever happened to Yerka, the “unstealable” bike?

A decade after hitting the headlines with its innovative locking system, Yerka’s bold anti-theft design is still evolving

Sun, May 04, 2025 20:45
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Which type of lock is best for your bike?

From featherweight café locks to angle grinder-proof beasts, there are loads of ways to secure your bike at vastly different prices. Here’s how to choose the right option for you

Sun, May 04, 2025 08:00
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Trickstuff’s titanium brakes, Rondo’s e-gravel bikeand the world’s smallest Topeak shock pump

This week's Five Cool Things from e-gravel to high-end brakes.

Fri, May 02, 2025 08:43
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Innovative bike security solutions: from underground storage to high-tech tracking

Check out the most inventive ways to tackle bike theft that we’ve seen over the years, and find out how they’ve stood the test of time

Thu, May 01, 2025 11:00
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When it comes to locking your bike, you no longer need to compromise between security and convenience Sponsored

Hiplok was the first bike security brand to deliver both wearable and angle grinder-resistant locks, so they know a thing or two about bike security. Let's take a look at three key products in Hiplok's range, and check in with co-founder Ben Smith

Thu, May 01, 2025 08:00
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