The best way to get more bike time during the winter is to strap on a bunch of lights and get out for a late afternoon ride and carry on into the night. The market is filled with mountain bike light options and all of them have specific features, so it can be a bit of a minefield … Read more
The Crankbrothers Stamp 1 Gen 2 pedal comes in two sizes (small and large) to suit different shoe sizes. The plastic-bodied platform is large, slightly concave, and low-profile, thanks to being built around Igus bushes. The pedal is supportive, grippy, and easy to service. With plenty of colour options and a sensible price, it’s hard … Read more
While simple in name and construction, Silt’s Enduro Alloy wheelset punches well above its weight, providing superb performance for less than many of its rivals. It’s reliable and strong, blending a somewhat compliant ride character – and it’s not all that heavy. However, it would benefit from improved sealing around the freehub to reduce maintenance even … Read more
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We head to Guatemala for the sequel to the candid documentary ‘The Way Back’; Canadian filmmaker, Nick Van Berkel, captures behind-the-scenes footage of a true downhill mountain bike legend, Rob Warner. Returning from a nasty ‘crash’ during the filming of part 1, Rob is still searching for answers to the big question, ‘Is he a … Read more
Dungarees, or bib pants are all the range in winter MTB at the moment and while they might not be everyone’s first choice aesthetically, Endura’s MT500 Waterproof Bib Pants provide tonnes of wet weather protection without skimping on breathability. Although they’re a little baggy, they feel light on the body and are well-equipped with vents, … Read more
Winter cycling isn’t as simple as throwing on a pair of shorts, strapping on a helmet and heading for the hills. Wet weather, cold temperatures, and slick trails throw several curveballs into the mix if you’ve become accustomed to summer riding. Here are six tips to keep you comfortable as you persist through the winter. … Read more
As a brand that hails from Scotland, it comes as no surprise that Endura has cemented itself as a key player in the foul-weather clothing market and its new MT500 Polartech Jacket only builds upon that reputation. It’s very well designed as it works brilliantly to fend off the cold all while remaining impressively breathable. … Read more
This week’s Five Cool Things covers all corners of the cycling globe but with a small theme – British hand-made bikes. We’re going to look at Curtis Bike’s entry into the gravel market and Carbon Wasp’s Leeds-built carbon trail bike. We’ve also got OneUp Components’ latest Clip Pedal, Insta360’s newest action camera and a neat care package from … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas]The 2025 UCI Cyclo-Cross World Championship takes place in Northern France – which is the major race of the muddy season of drop-bar and skinny tyre bike racing. Although it is often seen as a strange offshoot of road racing, cyclo-cross in terms of recognition is a relative cycling youngster, and it … Read more
ODI’s Vanquish grips effectively absorb vibrations while providing plenty of traction and comfort. However, the price is hard to swallow, and the angled waffle texture isn’t perfect. Best MTB grips 2024 – options to improve your comfort and handling Lizard Skins Charger Lock-On Grips review Buyer’s guide to mountain bike grips – how to choose the … Read more
