With the Neuron:ONfly making its debut earlier this year, it was only a matter of time before Canyon waved its ‘Fly’ wand over the beloved Spectral. With the new Spectral:ONfly, the brand has remained faithful to the Spectral ethos having successfully relayed its excellent ride character to a lightweight TQ-equipped e-MTB platform. We’ve had the … Read more
Earlier this year, Canyon unveiled its all-new Spectral and welcomed a host of updates, including its Keep It Stable technology as standard. The Neuron:ONfly then announced the brand’s step into the world of lightweight e-mountain bikes. The Spectral:ONfly combines both concepts, using the excellent Spectral platform to host a TQ motor to create a natural, playful and great-value … Read more
The ARC range was developed by an all-woman team under the product leadership of Jen Choi. Creating the visual identity for an off-road garment range can be demanding because mud and dust are encountered on each ride. Colours must look good ‘dirty’ and remain durable for several seasons of riding and washing. Are gravel bikes … Read more
Saddleback’s house show gives shops and the media an insight into what to expect for the year ahead while showing off some rather special bikes, some of which we’re not allowed to discuss. However, the one mountain bike that stole the show was Fergus Ryan’s ‘Ferg’s Flat White’ custom Privateer 161 Gen 2. We caught … Read more
The Camelbak Chase Race 4 Hydration Vest is designed for race-focused cyclists who need a lightweight and efficient way to carry essentials during long distances and bikepacking trips. The lightweight vest is a compact package that is hard to fault – except for the strong plastic-like bladder taste and the one-size-only fit. Hydration packs – … Read more
[Words by Allen James]Peaty’s Monarch Grips Knurl are the latest addition to Steve Peat’s ever-expanding lineup of bike care products and now, componentry. As the brand’s first crack at contact points, it’s done an impressive job, ticking all of the boxes for durability, comfort and traction having created some of the best MTB grips around. Momum … Read more
Fizik’s Gravita Tensor flat shoe is intended for downhill and enduro use but does stray slightly from the traditional gravity shoe blueprint. It has a comfortable fit yet provides excellent protection with a sturdy sole. Pedal grip isn’t the best and the sole is a little stiff for a lot of off-bike walking however the shoes are well-made … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas]A fair few years ago I was doing a photoshoot with Danny MacAskill and his Drop and Roll performing trials tour in Germany, which is when I first came across a lanky teenager who was part of the show. He was relatively unknown back then – but, oh how that would soon … Read more
Based in Thalwil, near Zürich, Swiss Side believes in exhaustive wind tunnel analysis, which guided the design and evolution of its new Gravon 500 wheelset. It’s deeper than the Swiss Side’s 420 and promises even better ‘sailing’ properties when rolling along in windy conditions. Opinion: You don’t need a dropper post on your gravel bike … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas]Australian pro “alternative” racer Lachlan Morton has just set off on his latest record attempt – the lap, a 14,200km loop around Australia. In this exclusive interview, he gives us the low down on his preparations for such epic rides and what inspires him to keep going. Rising from the Dust – the Lachlan … Read more
