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Do gravel bikes have enough suspension yet? Moots doesn’t think so, as all new Scrambler gets huge 100mm suspension fork

Dripping with top-end components and featuring 100mm of front-end squish, Moots' new gravel rig comes with a lofty £9,850 price tag

Thu, Nov 13, 2025 16:00
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Atherton’s A.150M goes mullet for more agility and more clearance

Atherton doesn't want to replace 29in, but it aims to expand its offering to a wider audience

Thu, Nov 13, 2025 12:00
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“The best stiffness-to-weight ratio on the market”: new world championship-winning Giant Anthem XC bike finally gets official unveiling

The bike Alan Hatherly piloted to the 2025 XCO world title introduces the 'Low-Latency Speed Concept', which is all about making the most out of a rider's input according to Giant

Wed, Nov 12, 2025 17:00
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Shimano launches a two-pronged attack on SRAM’s Full Mount system with unique 13-speed wireless drivetrain patent

Is something 13-speed and wireless coming from Shimano?

Fri, Nov 07, 2025 13:13
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Bell’s new Full-10 Mips gets almost all the features of £580 Full-10 Spherical, but at friendlier £420 price point

The new downhill-spec full face helmet gets Mips C-Solution technology, and although you'll still have to save up, the price is a little easier on the bank balance

Thu, Nov 06, 2025 12:48
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Cotic brings improved geometry, new cable routing and UDH compatibility to its second generation Cascade gravel bike

With prices starting at £1,350, the Cascade gets a well deserved facelift and frames are now made in Portugal

Mon, Nov 03, 2025 12:53
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E-MTB motor specialist Avinox launches its first accessory, a feathery 1,200 lumen front bike light

The new light works with the Avinox e-bike system and apparently weighs just 105g

Fri, Oct 31, 2025 16:03
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Now starting at £899, Whyte’s Secta trail hardtail mountain bike is now even more affordable

Whyte brings its full aggro hardtail down to a nicer price point with the new Secta R

Thu, Oct 30, 2025 10:14
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Campagnolo expands Super Record 13 lineup with gravel-specific Super Record X

Building on its 2x13-speed road groupset, the Italian brand has unveiled its first wireless 1x13 range designed for gravel riding – plus a road 1x configuration, an all-road version, satellite shifters, and new wheels

Wed, Oct 29, 2025 13:08
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Standert’s new Erdgeschoss is a steel gravel bike with 50mm clearance and adjustable rake

Berlin's boutique bike brand brings out another belting bike for bumpy jaunts

Wed, Oct 29, 2025 10:41
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Ever wanted to design a bike and get it for free? Enter Orbea’s competition to design a bike and put yourself in with a chance of winning it!

Enter Orbea's competition to design a bike and put yourself in with a chance of winning it!

Wed, Oct 22, 2025 08:36
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Apparently, the Pard Design Impervia is a “luxury” e-gravel bike

Running a Mahle M40 motor and a CNC-machined alloy frame, the Impervia defines e-gravel luxury

Tue, Oct 21, 2025 15:20
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Deviate’s Claymore, Highlander and Kurgan mountain bikes now available as full builds, with prices starting at £5,000

Previously available as frame onlys with optional extras, Deviate aims to make buying a new MTB simple

Mon, Oct 20, 2025 13:00
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Grab a cheap YT industries bike (or a goat’s head) as troubled brand auctions off its UK based ex-demo stock

YT Industries - currently in self-administration and set to be bought back by its founder - is auctioning off UK stock and ex-demo bikes. A shame, but it may be the perfect time to bag a cheap bike

Thu, Oct 16, 2025 14:12
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With a lighter, more comfortable frame and new downtube storage, Ari’s Shafer 3.0 is built for speed and adventure

Ari's updated gravel bike leans into MTB inspirations as it's built to go fast, and for big weekends out in the hills

Thu, Oct 09, 2025 16:00
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Semi-platformed and single-sided gravel specific: Wolf Tooth Components steps up by unveiling its first clipless pedals, named CTRL, ALT and DEL

After developing a range of flat pedals, Wolf Tooth has entered the clipless pedal game with the keyboard-inspired CTRL, ALT and DEL options, all with adjustable widths to alter your pedalling stance

Thu, Oct 09, 2025 13:00
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Boasting all new motor and on-the-fly tyre pressure monitoring, Giant’s new Reign Advanced E+ aims to be “the best descending e-MTB ever”

New enduro e-MTB also gets Giant's "most advanced" suspension setup and a higher voltage motor

Tue, Oct 07, 2025 15:00
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“A warning shot for the cycling and outdoor industry”: YT Industries files for insolvency as original founder starts process of buying back company

There's light on the horizon for YT in Europe, but almost all staff have been laid off with numerous sources claiming that there are no plans for them to return

Wed, Oct 01, 2025 09:31
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New Surly Straggler gravel bike gets updated geometry and three new sizes: “almost an unfair advantage”, boasts US steel specialist

The Straggler has been updated for the first time in a decade, and looks like it has finally been brought bang up to date

Mon, Sep 29, 2025 14:54
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Trek’s all new CheckOUT proves that full suspension gravel is now officially a thing

Featuring 55mm of rear squish and an all-new RockShox fork, Trek has joined the full-sus gravel party big time. There's also a crazy amount of flare going on with the handlebars, adjustable mounting points, and a dropper post

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 15:00
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RockShox unveils new Rudy XL gravel fork, offering 60mm travel and 2.25in tyre clearance

RockShox's new Rudy XL gravel fork is here, but it'll cost you £900 for just 60mm of travel

Thu, Sep 25, 2025 14:00
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Tipping the scale at 940g, Lee Cougan’s Rampage Origin is built for lightweight XC marathon builds

Lee Cougan aims to 'redefine the concept of speed' with its 940g mountain bike

Wed, Sep 24, 2025 14:00
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The Merida EX enduro proves that pairs riding works in the UK

Back once again for 2025, one of the UK's best enduros shows no signs of slowing down, with the introduction of a pairs racing format for the first time

Mon, Sep 22, 2025 13:00
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Has Amflow leaked its next gen PL e-MTB?

A leaked spy shot shows what could an upcoming bike from the brand

Fri, Sep 19, 2025 08:30
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Trek’s Checkpoint gravel bike goes electric with TQ’s HPR-60 mid-motor

Prices start at £4,500 for the SL5, with three build options to choose from. And yes, one of them comes with a suspension fork.

Thu, Sep 18, 2025 15:00
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Aiming to eliminate the negatives of pedal kickback, DT Swiss unveils its ‘Degrees of Freedom’ technology

And it's available as an upgrade kit for DEG hubs

Thu, Sep 18, 2025 13:00
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Ever seen a green fox? Fox celebrates its auto racing heritage with limited edition green 38 suspension fork

Fox as gone green, but be quick, there are only 1,000 available

Tue, Sep 16, 2025 16:00
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“A cheat code for gravel”: Specialized boasts its new Diverge 4 is “the ultimate getaway vehicle”, with revamped Future Shock suspension, 50mm tyre clearance, and bags of internal storage

Leaked just before Unbound 2025, Specialized pulls the covers off its new gravel bike

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 16:00
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Built with XC lightweight and enduro durability, Reynolds unveils its brand new 309 XC and TR 309 XC wheelsets

Reynolds claims to have entered a new era of carbon engineering for cross-country wheels.

Tue, Sep 09, 2025 10:00
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Cube’s new AMS Hybrid 177 e-MTB gets full-fat Bosch motors and 170mm of travel and weighs under 22kg

The only new eMTB from the brand for 2026 looks to be a trail-ready beast, with prices ranging from £5,499 up to £9,999

Wed, Sep 03, 2025 11:05
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Aiming to set a new standard for all e-MTBs, Orbea’s new RS system integrates the battery, motor, dropper post and remote into one

A new level of intergration is set to reduce batteries and boost ergonmics

Tue, Sep 02, 2025 14:01
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Pembree’s new components line blends high performance and sustainable manufacturing

The UK-based brand has updated its gravity range and included some new additions for 2025. Products should start shipping in October

Tue, Sep 02, 2025 08:41
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Promising ‘true multi-directional entry’, Shimano updates its two-bolt SPD cleat for the first time since 1995

With a new cleat design comes fresh pedals and Pontoon-equipped gravel shoes

Thu, Aug 28, 2025 16:00
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Scott’s DH race bike, the Gambler, gets overhaul for 2026, with plenty of adjustability

It might not have been on the top step of a World Cup podium so far this year, but perhaps this new iteration will turn things around for the DH Factory team

Tue, Aug 26, 2025 14:50
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Pivot updates the Shuttle AM all-mountain e-bike with new Bosch systems and RockShox build options

Pivot brings the latest Bosch systems to its all-mountain platform, but does that make it worth the price tag?

Tue, Aug 26, 2025 12:05
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Norco’s Revolver gets modern XC makeover with two travel options and a lighter frame

Updated for the first time since 2019, the Revolver has had quite the update

Thu, Aug 21, 2025 09:56
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Cycling UK’s newest adventure route takes in 280km of Chilterns countryside

The new route from Cycling UK takes in mixed terrain around the Chiltern Hills, beginning in Reading

Tue, Aug 19, 2025 09:00
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A whole gravel bike for just £349?? Huge summer savings on gravel bikes, mountain bikes and e-mtbs from Go Outdoors, Trek, Specialized, Transition + more

There are some serious savings to be had on gravel and mtb ranges at numerous online retailers right now. If you're after a new bike, don't miss out

Mon, Aug 18, 2025 14:00
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With 10 World Champion titles, nine World Cup titles, 36 World Cup wins and three Cape Epic wins, Nino Schurter announces retirement

The most successful mountain bike athlete will be finishing his career at the Lenzerheide World Cup to focus on distance and gravel events

Mon, Aug 18, 2025 08:35
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Built for enduro with a powerful Bosch motor, Deviate brings high-pivot prowess to the Kurgan, its first ever electric mountain bike

After six years of research and development, Deviate has stepped into the e-MTB game

Mon, Aug 18, 2025 06:00
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With a 970g frame, space for 2.2in tyres and all of the cargo mounts, Fara’s new Gr4 is built for racing and exploration

This super modern gravel bike is said to perform at the sharp end of gravel racing, while being more than suitable for everyday rides too

Tue, Aug 12, 2025 07:00
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Maxxis brings more refinements to its Dissector dry-weather mountain bike tyre, promising ‘more control and versatility’

With a new shape and revised tread pattern, the updated tyre is slated to bring improved performance across the board

Fri, Aug 08, 2025 12:00
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Trek’s new Fuel is three trail bikes in one…if you have the money and mechanical know-how to change it up

The Fuel EXe is also being replaced by the Fuel+, also with three build options

Thu, Aug 07, 2025 15:00
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Is the UCI stifling innovation for fairer competition? The UCI announces a new EPAC approval process for e-mountain bike racing

e-mountain bike motor standards are all over the place at the moment, potentially harming the fairness of e-MTB racing. The UCI looks set to put that straight.

Thu, Aug 07, 2025 14:29
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Canyon brings disco vibes with its Valtteri Bottas signature Grail CFR VB 77

F1 star and mullet enthusiast gets his own signature gravel bike, and 100 more are available to buy priced at £8,350 each

Thu, Aug 07, 2025 09:36
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Hunt brings its new H_Core tech to gravel with the 25 Carbon Gravel X-Wide wheelset, offering greater strength and space for mtb tyres

New 25 Carbon Gravel X-Wide wheels come with strength-boosting H_Core tech and can seat up to 65mm (or 2.5in) rubber

Thu, Jul 31, 2025 14:00
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Is this the next big rival to the Insta360 X5? DJI enters action camera market with new Osmo 360

DJI's first 360 camera boasts native 8k 360 video recording, and is the first to do so.

Thu, Jul 31, 2025 12:00
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PNW Components’ updated Loam Pedal gets concave and convex profile to suit all riding styles

It also gets durable Tectonic pins and a brand new axle cartridge system

Tue, Jul 29, 2025 11:00
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Canyon’s trail e-MTB goes enduro — Neuron:ON gets new linkage, more travel and mullet wheelsize

Canyon’s Neuron:ON in its new CLLCTV guise is a whole lot rowdier than the standard edition, adding a burlier fork, more suspension and a new linkage (but dropping some vowels, which we’ll explain further down the page)

Tue, Jul 29, 2025 09:00
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Louise Ferguson makes Red Bull Hardline history as first female winner of the “world’s toughest mountain bike race”

Since Ferguson was this Welsh downhill brute's first ever female qualifier, she has become the first champion of its female category. 18-year-old Asa Vermette also became the Hardline's youngest ever winner by taking the men's title

Mon, Jul 28, 2025 09:19
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