Commencal’s Meta Power SX is a shuttle-replacing e-MTB

The electric mountain bike is as close as it gets to uplift replacements. They take much of the climbing effort out of the equation, allowing riders to carry burlier componentry built for downhill prowess. The Meta Power SX 400 is Commencal’s latest winch-and-plummet machine that’s built to perform like a downhill bike where it matters while making … Read more

What’s the difference between actual and effective seat tube angle?

A bike geometry chart can uncover some mysteries behind its shape and offer an idea of how a bike rides – geometry figures are interconnected and variable. But none so much than the actual seat tube angle and its effective seat tube angle, as these two values actively affect the ride feel of a bike. So, let’s dive in. … Read more

The Elemnt Ace debuts as Wahoo’s most potent cycling computer

The Elemnt Ace was developed to bring true smartphone-worthy screen UX and navigation ability to your mountain or gravel bike’s cockpit.  Best cycling computers 2024 – top options for mountain bikers Wahoo Elemnt Roam v2 Bike Computer review Is Jespr’s cycling computer set to disrupt the market leaders? Wahoo’s Elemnt Ace has a form factor of … Read more

On and off the record with Nino Schurter

[Words by Steve Thomas – Images courtest of Scott/SRAM]Way back in 2003, a young Swiss junior cross-country mountain bike racer named Nino Schurter stepped up from racing the Swiss National Series races after garnering the attention of the then-greatest Swiss XC racer of the era, Thomas Frischknecht, who duly signed his potential successor to his … Read more

Czechmate the start chute with Festka’s Spectre Gravel

Based in the Czech Republic, Festka is renowned for its high-quality carbon road bike frames, optimized for stiffness and aero, targeting committed amateur racers and pro teams. It’s been producing carbon bikes in Prague since 2010, using advanced carbon-fibre construction techniques that create real-world riding benefits.  Gravel racing – what’s next for cycling’s fastest growing … Read more

The 2024 ORCC Christmas gift guide!

[Sponsored]Christmas is the time of giving, but we all know a cyclist who’s either super fussy or already has it all. We’ve teamed up with Hunt, Granite, Schwalbe and more to help you make any cyclist smile this Christmas. Best mountain bike pedals 2024 – the best options from XC to Enduro Best mountain bike saddles 2024 – … Read more

Scott Brendan Fairclough Fury Deathgrip 2 goggle review

The Scott Brendan Fairclough Fury Deathgrip2 goggles come in a wide range of colourways including this limited edition model made to celebrate the recent launch of Deathgrip2. They prove to be comfortable goggles with a natural fit and prevent fogging up when things get toasty. They are not cheap by any stretch but do represent one … Read more

Rapha Trail Knee Pads review

With its comprehensive and revered range of road and gravel kit, Rapha still may not be the first name in mountain bike protectives but its Trail Knee Pads set the benchmark with a good balance of comfort and protection. Despite the Level 2 protection rating, they’re the most comfortable knee pads I’ve worn but they’re breathable … Read more