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The Specialized Crux, RockShox’s new suspension, Giant’s kid’s bikes and Ritchey’s updated P-29er

It's been a huge week for tech news so don't worry if you've not caught up, we've got you covered.

Sat, Jun 15, 2024 11:30
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The 2025 RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, Privateer’s Gen 2 141, the Muc-Off Air Mach and more

A bike, fork and a carbon fibre pump make it into this week's Five Cool Things.

Fri, Jun 14, 2024 12:00
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Cartridge vs. cup-and-cone bearings: Everything you need to know

Which wheel bearing system do you really need and why?

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 13:30
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FNLD GRVL 2024 race preview

High-speed groads expected for the main 177km Midnight Sun route.

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 07:46
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Fulcrum’s wavy rims, Bianchi’s new gravel bike and SRAM’s Pod Rocker

This week's tech news roundup.

Sat, Jun 08, 2024 11:00
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Five Cool Things from Fulcrum, Crankbrothers, Maxxis, Topeak and Pirelli

Our weekly round up of the coolest test kit to come through the office and the best news highlights.

Fri, Jun 07, 2024 11:45
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Unbound Gravel 2024 – conclusions and takeaways

How the race unfolded and what it means for gravel racing and it’s future.

Wed, Jun 05, 2024 07:44
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Aero wheels from Easton and DT swiss, CamelBak’s bikepacking range and Mondraker’s Gulf-inspired NEAT

This week's top tech news.

Sat, Jun 01, 2024 12:00
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Shimano’s GE7 shoes, Ergon’s e-MTB saddle, AMS frame protection and more

This week's Five Cool Things and the best stories of the week.

Fri, May 31, 2024 13:00
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Back from beyond the cinder cone, Kona re-purchased by original founders

With the great news that Kona Bicycles is now back in the creative hands of its founders, we take a look into the back story of this iconic and slightly whacky bike brand.

Wed, May 29, 2024 09:00
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YT Industries’ 1990-inspired Jeffsy, Shimano GRX Di2, top clipless pedals and Giant’s giant sale + more

New stuff from Shimano, YT Industries, Fox and more – your chance to tap into this week's top tech releases all in one place.

Sat, May 25, 2024 12:00
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Five Cool things from Abus, OnGuard, Maxxis, Magicshine and Kids Ride Shotgun

This week’s roundup features a full face lid, a Zip Lock with a big difference, new XC race rubber + some well priced shades and a cool piece of rope (yes, really) AND the top stories to hit the site in the last seven days

Fri, May 24, 2024 14:00
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Industry Insider: MTB career insights with Sam Morris

From bike shops to professional guiding, not a job for the faint of heart.

Fri, May 24, 2024 09:24
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Gobik in style — the coolest new summer cycling clothing from Spanish innovators Gobik

We look at the new summer range of kit from Spain’s most exciting cycle clothing brand, Gobik

Thu, May 23, 2024 11:20
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Your complete guide to the 2024 Fox suspension fork range from the 32 Step Cast to the 40

A deep dive into all the tech that makes Fox's fork range tick.

Wed, May 22, 2024 09:00
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McLaren’s hyperbike, DT Swiss’s new F 1900 wheels, the 10th anniversary of the Gravelking and GRVL’s Team GB kit

This week's retrospective on all of the top tech news.

Sun, May 19, 2024 11:00
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Bicycle chains explained – everything you need to know

Understanding and caring for your off-road cycling chain.

Sat, May 18, 2024 11:00
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Smith Optic’s Payroll helmet, Cane Creek’s bouncy stem and fresh rubber from Pirelli

And a look back at this week's best stories.

Fri, May 17, 2024 13:00
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The world’s mightiest gravel tyre celebrates its 10th anniversary — learn all about the iconic Panaracer GravelKing range

To mark a decade since its first appearance, find out everything you need to know about the Panaracer GravelKing tyres

Tue, May 14, 2024 14:29
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Best pedals, threaded bottom bracket replacement tips and more

We bring to you this week’s tech news roundup.

Sat, May 11, 2024 10:00
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How to replace and upgrade your threaded bottom bracket

Your step by step guide to threaded bottom bracket replacement.

Wed, May 08, 2024 13:00
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Life Time Grand Prix – everything you need to know about the series with the biggest purse in off-road racing

If you follow international off-road bike racing, you’ve probably heard of the Life Time Grand Prix – but what’s it all about?

Tue, May 07, 2024 08:32
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2024 UCI MTB DH World Series – everything you need to know

The UCI MTB DH World Series kicks off this weekend. Here's who to watch and how.

Fri, May 03, 2024 13:38
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High-pivot mountain bikes – everything you need to know

A closer look at the futuristic-looking, high-pivot mountain bike concept.

Fri, May 03, 2024 09:20
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Canyon’s first lightweight e-MTB, Brett Rheeder’s components and more

We bring all the latest news from the mountain biking and gravel world to you.

Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:00
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The Vans x YT collab and the Deviate Highlander 2

This week has been another big one for news too!

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 12:59
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Retrospective: the evolution of Nino Schurter’s cross-country race bikes

We chat with Nino Schurter about his bikes, tech and his Olympic hopes.

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 13:00
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E-MTB geometry explained: how weight and geometry affect your ride

We dissect the effects of weight and geometry in e-MTB design with help from some industry pros.

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 12:08
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Pinarello’s Dogma XC, Vittoria’s race tyres and more

We’ve got another week lined up with loads of tech news for you.

Sat, Apr 20, 2024 11:00
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Sofiane Sehili – back to Bombtrack and back to business

The fast-and-far-riding French ultra-racing supremo, Sofiane Sehili, tells us about his return to Bombtrack bikes and getting back to racing.

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 15:00
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The Orbea Laufey and YT Industries’ new knee pads

And it's been a tech-heavy week, so let's take a look back at the top stories.

Fri, Apr 19, 2024 13:00
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Dan Brown – the Man Behind the Atherton Project

We sat down with Dan Brown to learn more about what's behind the Athertons.

Mon, Apr 15, 2024 16:00
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Cannondale and Mondraker’s fresh e-bikes, new forks from Fox and Marzocchi and more

It’s an embarrassment of riches if you’re looking for new tech this week.

Sat, Apr 13, 2024 12:00
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The Scott Addict Gravel, SDG’s Tellis V2 and more

Plus Wren's aero gravel handlebar and this week's top stories.

Fri, Apr 12, 2024 13:00
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Industry Insider: MTB career insights with Rich Wilford

Here's how Rich went from seasonaire to founder of a mountain bike holiday company.

Fri, Apr 12, 2024 08:00
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Bike check – Karl Platt’s Bulls Wild Edge

An in-depth look at the all-new Bulls Wild Edge bike of the greatest Cape Epic racer of all time.

Wed, Apr 10, 2024 08:00
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New Specialized Recon, Cape Epic bikes and more

Our round up of the best tech from this week.

Sat, Apr 06, 2024 12:00
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The new Specialized Recons and Quoc’s latest Gran Tourer XC Lace

Plus this week's top stories.

Fri, Apr 05, 2024 11:00
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Bike check – Lukas Baum’s Orbea Oiz

Up close and personal with Lukas Baum's 2024 Cape Epic race bike.

Thu, Apr 04, 2024 08:34
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Bike check – Ila Stow’s Cape Epic-conquering Liv Pique

A close encounter with Liv's third-generation Pique, the brand's flagship cross-country race bike.

Wed, Apr 03, 2024 08:46
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New Cannondale Scalpel, Cape Epic-winning bikes and more

To whet your MTB appetite this long weekend, here’s our weekly tech roundup.

Sat, Mar 30, 2024 11:00
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Surly’s Bridge Club and Fizik’s Vento Proxy shoes

And a glance back at the best stories of the week.

Fri, Mar 29, 2024 12:00
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Bike check: Andreas Seewald’s Canyon Lux World Cup CFR Untamed

A closer look at the former UCI Mountain Bike Marathon World Champion's Canyon Lux World Cup CFR Untamed.

Thu, Mar 28, 2024 20:34
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Bike check: Anne Terpstra’s Ghost Lector FS

A deep dive into Anne's Cape Epic-winning race bike.

Wed, Mar 27, 2024 10:00
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Bike check: Mona Mitterwallner’s 2024 Cannondale Scalpel

We check out Mona's brand-new 2024 Cannondale Scalpel.

Tue, Mar 26, 2024 16:00
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Disc brake pads explained: Organic vs sintered vs semi metallic

Everything you need to know about best brake pads for you and how to replace them.

Mon, Mar 25, 2024 14:00
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Yeti revives the ASR, four-piston brakes in gravel and more

Our recap on the best tech stories of the week.

Sat, Mar 23, 2024 12:00
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Bike check: Matt Beers’ Specialized S-Works Epic 8

We go under the hood of the Specialized S-Works Epic 8 piloted by defending Cape Epic champion Matt Beers.

Fri, Mar 22, 2024 15:00
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The YT Industries Jeffsy and Michelin’s e-MTB tyres

And the top stories of the week.

Fri, Mar 22, 2024 13:00
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Bike check: Daryl Impey’s Scott Spark RC 900 World Cup edition

A closer look at the Scott Spark of former Tour de France yellow-jersey wearer, Daryl Impey.

Thu, Mar 21, 2024 17:00
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