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2023 UCI MTB World Championships – Mathieu van der Poel and his triple-crown ambitions

Dutchman Mathieu van der Poel will attempt to win the Elite UCI XCO World Championship title on the trails of Glentress. Can he do it and is mixing of disciplines the future for competitive cycling?

Tue, Aug 08, 2023 10:06
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Tech news from Specialized, YT, Pivot and more

All the latest tech stories of the week, covering gravel bikes' suitability for commuting and new product releases

Fri, Aug 04, 2023 09:58
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Gravel bike vs hybrid bike – what are the differences?

Understanding the differences between a gravel bike and hybrid bike, and which option is best for you

Fri, Aug 04, 2023 07:41
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RockShox Super Deluxe, Giant’s new Roost and Pirelli’s XC S tyre

Plus your weekly fill of our top stores

Thu, Aug 03, 2023 12:31
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Are gravel bikes good for commuting?

They can offer more comfort, better capability and ample storage options

Wed, Aug 02, 2023 09:30
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Preview: 2023 UCI World Mountain Bike Championships

The full UCI World Cycling Championships (including mountain biking) heads to Scotland this week and we’ve compiled an overview of what to expect and who to watch

Wed, Aug 02, 2023 08:32
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A weekend at the Wild Wales Gravel Festival — where you only have the wrong bike some of the time

While the UK isn't blessed with endless finely packed fire roads, the more chaotic terrain is arguably just as fun but in a different way

Sat, Jul 29, 2023 14:00
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Tech news from Merida, RockShox, Microshift and more

The best tech stories of the week, all in one place

Sat, Jul 29, 2023 12:00
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Bike check: Dangerholm’s “world’s lightest” Scott Lumen eRide

Dangerholm pushes the boundaries of innovation yet again with the Scott Lumen eRide 900 SL

Fri, Jul 28, 2023 10:00
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Merida Big.Nine 10k first ride review

Merida has overhauled and updated its Big.Nine XC hardtail, and we've put it through its paces

Fri, Jul 28, 2023 06:59
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Start bikepacking at a Tailfin Demo Day this summer

British bikepacking equipment manufacturer Tailfin will be holding demo days across the country

Thu, Jul 27, 2023 08:00
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WTB’s latest saddles, RockShox’s enduro fork and frame protection from Slicy

And this week's news highlights

Tue, Jul 25, 2023 12:00
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How to service your shock – tips for both Fox and RockShox

A four step guide on how to service your shock's air can

Tue, Jul 25, 2023 09:00
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Tech of the week from Roval, Giant and more

Here's the top tech news of the week

Sat, Jul 22, 2023 12:00
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Crankbrother mini floor pump, Smith helmet, Gore bibshorts, MRP chain guide and Giant’s new helmet

Our collection of the coolest kit to have arrived, as well as the top stories

Fri, Jul 21, 2023 12:00
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Mountain Bike Icons – the Mannie Heymans story

Namibian mountain biker Mannie Heymans was the first-ever Cape Epic champion. This is his story

Fri, Jul 21, 2023 12:00
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SRAM GX Transmission, wheels from Hunt and a modern interpretation of a classic

It's been a big week for tech news. Here are the highlights.

Sat, Jul 15, 2023 12:00
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SRAM GX Eagle Transmission, Vittoria enduro tyresand Ride Concepts’ latest kicks

And the latest stories of the week

Fri, Jul 14, 2023 12:00
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Mountain Bike Icons – the Claudio Caluori story

Former Swiss World Cup Downhiller Claudio Caluori is best known for his Red Bull TV POV course previews. This is his story

Fri, Jul 14, 2023 09:51
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SRAM GX Eagle Transmission first ride review

SRAM has brought its T-Type tech to a lower price point. Here are our first thoughts

Tue, Jul 11, 2023 14:00
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Tech news of the week from Pirelli and more

Catch up on our top tech news and features from the week

Sat, Jul 08, 2023 11:00
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Grips from AMS, Topeak’s latest pump, the OneUp EDC Lite and Michelin tyres

The latest gadgets and gear to come through the off.road.cc office doors

Fri, Jul 07, 2023 13:00
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Mountain Bike Icons – the Julien Absalon story

Fast Frenchman Julien Absalon is one of cross-country mountain biking’s all-time greats and is the sport’s only double Olympic Champion. This is his story

Fri, Jul 07, 2023 07:43
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More awesomeness from OneUp, Reynolds, DMR and Melon

And the top stories of the week

Fri, Jun 30, 2023 12:00
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A new e-MTB from Privateer, Deviate Cycles’ additive manufacturing, new wheels from Hunt

This week's top tech stories

Fri, Jun 30, 2023 11:12
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Mountain Bike Icons – Faranak Partoazar

Multiple Iranian ladies XCO MTB Champion Faranak Partoazar has defied high cultural odds

Fri, Jun 30, 2023 08:11
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South African MTB brands you should know

South Africa is fast becoming a global authority when it comes to the production of carbon fibre, mountain bike frames and components

Wed, Jun 28, 2023 14:00
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Cycling motivation: 8 tips to get you back on the bike

Sometimes we all need a little push to get out for a ride

Wed, Jun 28, 2023 08:11
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Complete guide to the Stan’s NoTubes wheel range

We speak to Stan’s NoTubes UK brand manager James Trigg and get the full guide to Stan’s innovative range of wheels

Mon, Jun 26, 2023 10:34
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Eurobike 2023: The best off-road bikes and tech

Mega gallery of highlights from Europe’s biggest bike show

Mon, Jun 26, 2023 08:29
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New tyre inserts from CushCore, tyres from Hutchinson, XC bike from Berria and more

The most important off-road cycling tech news in one place

Sat, Jun 24, 2023 12:00
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Ragley’s Big Al, CushCore Trail, Endura’s latest clothes and the Fox Transfer dropper

And our tech and news highlights from the week

Fri, Jun 23, 2023 11:00
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Mountain Bike Icons – the Sofiane Sehili story

Quite possibly the world’s best off-road long-distance rider of the moment.

Fri, Jun 23, 2023 07:32
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SRAM SX vs NX – budget Eagle drivetrains explained

Everything you need to know about SRAM’s affordable Eagle groupsets

Thu, Jun 22, 2023 08:19
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FNLD GRVL: Why the shortest distance is often the sweetest

A route for every rider and celebration of gravel in all its glory

Wed, Jun 21, 2023 14:00
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The hub of the matter: why new wheels – and especially Elitewheels’ Frequency hub – could reinvigorate your ride

We look at Elitewheels’ range of affordable upgrade carbon wheels

Mon, Jun 19, 2023 11:00
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Tech of the week from SRAM, Canyon, Specialized, Lazer and more

Catch up on our top tech news and features from the week

Sat, Jun 17, 2023 12:00
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Flat pedals from OneUp, Sweet Protection’s latest helmet and all-road tyres from Michelin

And a lot more, along with the top stories of the week

Fri, Jun 16, 2023 12:00
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Mountain Bike Icons – the Cory Wallace story

Four-time 24-Hour World MTB Champion Cory Wallace recently set the FKT on the trail to Everest Base Camp and is one of the sport’s great adventurers. This is his story

Fri, Jun 16, 2023 10:41
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SRAM Apex Eagle mechanical first ride review – “we’ve never given up on mechanical shifting”

Hands on with the 1x and hydraulic disc-brake-only SRAM Apex Eagle mechanical groupset

Thu, Jun 15, 2023 14:13
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Yeti SB135 LR T3 first ride review

Yeti’s 650b bike strongly waves the flag for little wheels

Thu, Jun 15, 2023 10:00
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Mountain Bike Icons – the Nino Schurter story

Swiss shredder Nino Schurter is quite possibly the greatest cross-country racer of all time. This is his story

Thu, Jun 15, 2023 09:54
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Canyon Neuron:ON CF 8 first ride review

Our first impressions of Canyon's latest trail e-mountain bike

Tue, Jun 13, 2023 09:00
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Exclusive interview with Peter Kettenring – the designer of Canyon’s all-new carbon-fibre Torque:ON CF

We speak to Canyon’s Peter Kettenring about the new Torque:ON CF

Tue, Jun 13, 2023 08:11
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A new Glory from Giant, top nutrition advice, savvy bike maintenance tips and ways you can save money

Catch up on our top tech news and features from the past week

Sat, Jun 10, 2023 12:00
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What is the spirit of gravel biking?

Everything you need to know about the unwritten code that governs cycling’s fast-growing discipline

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 13:53
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Pirelli’s Scorpion Race tyres, specs from Sweet Protection and OneUp’s dropper post

And the top stories of the week

Fri, Jun 09, 2023 12:00
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Mountain bike nutrition – the art of training the gut and everything in between

Everything you need to know about fueling for a cross-country mountain bike marathon event

Thu, Jun 08, 2023 10:23
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Six money-saving bike maintenance tips

Regular trips to the mechanic can get very pricy, so here's how to cut the costs

Wed, Jun 07, 2023 15:00
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Gravel racing – what’s next for cycling’s fastest growing discipline? 

We sat down with gravel event organisers to talk about the appeal and future of gravel racing

Wed, Jun 07, 2023 08:37
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