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Specialized’s alloy Stumpjumper 15, Santa Cruz’s new Hightower, the new Orbea Oiz and CeramicSpeed’s special-edition T-Type OSPW

This week has been incredibly strong for all kinds of cycling technology releases with three brands delivering new mountain bikes and CeramicSpeed showing off fresh high-end wares. Additionally, we’ve been bringing the features, highlighting the best gloves and everything you need to know about mountain bike tyre pressures. The best mountain bike handlebars you can … Read more

Orbea updates Oiz MTB with updated Squidlock and new dropper

Demanding cross-country and endurance race events demand efficiency and capability, balancing suspension firmness when clinging with bump absorption on the descents. Recognizing that sprint and endurance mountain bikers need more from their bikes, the Oiz combines 120mm of front and rear suspension travel with efficient geometry. Five ways to survive winter riding if you hate mud … Read more

Jagwire Elite DOT Bleed Kit review

Jagwire’s Elite DOT Bleed Kit’s ease of use and extra clean operation make it an excellent choice for budding home mechanics who want an easy solution to most hydraulic brake maintenance. While it’s cheaper than the Park Tool BKD-1.2 Hydraulic Bleed Kit, its price still indicates its premium nature. In return, you’re getting a high-quality kit that … Read more

Best mountain bike gloves 2025

Gloves are essential for mountain biking. Not only do they improve bar grip but the best mountain bike gloves offer vital protection against the elements and during crashes. Some are even built to offer unparalleled bar feel and communication. Here’s our curation of the very best gloves we’ve tested.The best mountain bike gloves offer a range of advantages … Read more

2024 Merida EX Enduro goes off with a splash

[Images by Paul Box / Framedogs]The Merida EX Enduro is a favourite among off.road.cc staff and, for 2024, the unique multi-day enduro didn’t disappoint. Although the rain fell, spirits were high as the 80 entrants tackled some of the best singletrack in the South West. Here’s how it went. Merida Big.Trail 600 first ride review – … Read more

Leisure Lakes Bikes sale slashes Santa Cruz MTBs by 53%

With the release of the new Bronson late last month and the Hightower only yesterday, it’s been a big few weeks for Santa Cruz. And with the brand launching new bikes, Leisure Lakes Bikes has lopped up to 53% off its Santa Cruz bikes – perhaps to make space for the new models or in anticipation … Read more

Camelbak M.U.L.E Frame Pack review

After more than 30 years of manufacturing hydration packs, Camelbak has ventured into the bikepacking market with its M.U.L.E range of bags. As you might anticipate from a brand synonymous with hydration, the Frame Pack is designed to accommodate a reservoir and features a bespoke shape to fit the triangular design. While some aspects of the pack … Read more

Specialized unveils alloy Stumpjumper 15 mountain bike

Earlier this year Specialized unveiled the 15th edition of the Stumpjumper, adorning it with fancy Genie technology and geometry adjustment but there was one glaring omission – an alloy bike. Today, the Californian bike brand has fixed that, introducing three alloy-framed bikes to the mix to complete the Stumpjumper collection. Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper 15 first-ride … Read more