The Japanese brand’s new GRX RX825 Di2 combines the proven components of its GRX gravel drivetrain with the electronic bits of Di2. For gravel bike riders who want the topography-conquering ability of a 2x drivetrain, with the precision shifting of electronic gear selection, this GRX RX825 Di2 system could be ideal. SRAM MTB drivetrains 2024: SX … Read more
Targeting downhill, bike park and long-travel e-bike riders, the Hydra Grade 300 V2 features Industry Nine’s hollow bead design. Traditional hook-shaped rims create a pinch flat risk with the narrow bead pressure points and to combat that, Industry Nine’s solution is the triple cavity shape of its Hydra Grade 300 V2 rims, which is more similar … Read more
Fittingly launched on a Throwback Thurday YT Industries first Uncaged build of the latest Jeffsy shamelessly harks back to the 1990s the decade of Furby, grunge, Ace Ventura, and perhaps the best The Simpsons has ever been. While the 90s may stick in our memories for gaudy colours and questionable slang, it was also the decade, mountain biking … Read more
Endura’s MT500 Waterproof Trousers are a full three-layer winter riding option using ExoShell40DR material with excellent waterproof and breathable abilities. The cut has been carefully considered to complement the riding position with plenty of room for knee pads. The elastic waistband lacks manual adjustment which may cause issues for some and the pockets are a little … Read more
Nino Schurter is the most successful mountain bike athlete ever, achieving 10 Elite World Champion titles and 35 World Cup wins. Today, Scott and Cut Media pull the covers off the first episode of an all-new series that follows the greatest of all time through his 2024 season. Retrospective: the evolution of Nino Schurter’s cross-country race … Read more
With many a podium under its belt, the signature gold of Fox’s Kashima-coated suspension forks is synonymous with mountain biking. Now the brand has a rich portfolio of forks built for every application from gravel to downhill. In 2024, Fox updated its range with a new 32 Step-Cast for cross-country riding and introduced a fresh selection of … Read more
Clips versus flats is one of the many great arguments of mountain biking but the techier and more complicated clipless pedal is a mainstay of many rider’s arsenals. While not for everyone, the advantages are great as they provide better control, and pedalling efficiency through a more secure connection. Unlike flat pedals, there’s an array of different clipless … Read more
Giant is the latest major bike brand to offer some wild savings on some of its best-known bikes, possibly not a surprise in the current climate of heavy discountng in the bike world. Giant’s sale offers come hot off the heels of Specialized slashing mountain and gravel bike prices by up to 50 per cent and … Read more
The POC Ardour All-Weather Pants are designed for flexibility to fend off nasty weather and cope with changeable conditions. Its features include strategically placed waterproof panels that balance weather protection with all-out breathability but can struggle with moisture anywhere that’s not protected. The fit is very baggy which, given the price and POC’s reputation for high-quality kit, is a considerable letdown. … Read more
