Renowned for its ultralight shoes, featuring a ‘tray’ shaped carbon shell for optimal power transfer, all Nimbl shoes are handmade by master Italian craftspeople. The new Urano brings all that brand cachet and technical innovation to the market in a more robust construction, which is ideal for gravel riders. Best gravel bike shoes 2024 Cycling … Read more
After a bit of time off to make way for Electric Week, Five Cool Things is back, primed to highlight the most interesting kit that’s recently come into the office ahead of review. To mark its return, we’re going to check out Lauf’s first-ever mountain bike, PNW’s CNC-machined stem and locks supplied by OnGuard. As … Read more
Designed for trail, enduro, and e-MTB use, the Payroll is the latest helmet from Smith Optics. Not only does it use Koroyd but it’s also Smith’s most impressive trail lid yet. It packs comfort and excellent airflow while boosting protection by pairing Koroyd with a Mips liner. It would be nice to see a Fidlock buckle, considering … Read more
The Madison Flux Men’s DWR Trail Trousers work best in that grey area where it’s too wet for shorts but not cool enough for full-blown, weather-resistant pants. Owing to this, they’re a surprisingly versatile pair of trousers that pair top-notch breathability with water protection. I even reached for them during the harsh summer we’ve just experienced. While … Read more
Silca Secret Chain Blend is a lubrication product that requires melting and submerging the chain into a melted wax liquid. Although the process is more complex than using a drip wax, a few additional tools can simplify it. The benefits include a cleaner drivetrain, enhanced durability in most conditions and reduced friction. Effetto Mariposa Flowerpower chain wax … Read more
The Merida Big.Trail 600 is a progressive hardtail with exceptionally modern and very wisely-picked geometry. As such, it will be appreciated by all levels of riders while kitted with a spec sheet that’s nearly impossible to moan about. Best hardtail mountain bikes 2024 – great hardtails for every budget Starling Cycles Roost frameset review Is … Read more
The DT Swiss F 232 One suspension fork moniker may be a bit of a mouthful but it excels on the trail – and that’s all that counts. With a wide range of adjustments and impressive stiffness and surpasses expectations for a cross-country fork. It offers mid-range compression and good small-bump sensitivity – all the ingredients for … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas – Photography from SWpix]Gravel racing is having a huge impact on the sport, perhaps even almost much as mountain biking did 35 years ago – and that is a good thing. Gravel racing – what’s next for cycling’s fastest-growing discipline? Gravel bike racing – everything you need to know Future of … Read more
Zefal’s Shield G50 mudguards are easily some of the best mid-coverage, quick-fit options I’ve tested. They don’t quite qualify as full-length guards, but at the same time, they offer substantially more protection than most easy-fit guards do – and they stay firmly in place even on bumpy gravel rides. Best MTB mudguards 2024 Best gravel tyres … Read more
