Four-piston brake calipers are an expectation on most modern mountain bikes with only the lightest of cross-country machines equipped with the two-piston counterpart. With gravel bikes going the way of mountain bikes, running larger rotors and now suspension forks, there has been a call for more braking power from a flat-mount caliper and SRAM looks set to … Read more
POC’s Consort Dungarees are a great option that falls between a full dirt suit and a traditional two-piece waterproof set. The dungaree style gives more protection up the torso to stop mud and water from getting in underneath the coat with the added benefit of a kangaroo pouch-style pocket. They prove to have a great, non-restrictive fit and … Read more
For many, a trip to the bike park is an occasion that treats us to as much uplift-assisted descending as possible within a single day. Because of that, bike parks are fantastic places to build confidence and skills. But that’s not the only reason why a day at the bike park differs from your usual trail ride … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas]Medium rare? I had no idea how you should have your springbok served but, hey, when in South Africa it just had to be tried. Bemused, confused and amused, Liam Killeen, my roommate and soigneur Gary and I were taking a liking for these slightly naughty but extremely nice African dishes and, after supping a … Read more
Barnoldswick-based brand, Hope, has gained a huge reputation for creating some of the highest quality, high-performance CNC-machined bike components in the world and it’s all developed and manufactured in its UK-based factory. In this video, Hope gives an audience a rare look behind its doors. Video: The Passion Behind The New Scott Patron eRIDE Video: … Read more
After a slow start to March, this week we were hit with a whirlwind of new and updated bikes courtesy of some of the biggest names in the mountain bike industry, including Spesh, Liv and Mason and also a pretty radical bike thanks to bike-tinkerer supremo Gustav Gullholm, aka Dangerholm. But if you thought bikes were the … Read more
The techy releases have slowed down a little bit but what has broken from the many embargos is huge – especially on the cross-country mountain biking front. We’ve had a fair bit of cool items arrive at the office this week including some mega-racy suspension components from both ends of the mountain biking spectrum, an aggressive-looking … Read more
If you are considering a steel gravel or mountain bike, African brands don’t come to mind. And that’s odd because Africa has arguably the world’s best gravel riding terrain, incredible mountain biking, and brilliantly resourceful craftspeople. All the elements required to create excellent, durable, steel bikes. ABS MTB Brakes – everything you need to know … Read more
Carrying essential tools, snacks and spares is vital to a great day out on the bike. Usually, that means utilising a backpack, hip pack or potentially dangerous kit in your pockets. However, that needn’t be the case as moving all of that kit out of a backpack and onto your bike poses numerous benefits. It can also improve … Read more
Deda Elementi’s Gera DCR Gravel Handlebar is both spectacular to look at and ride, especially on gravel surfaces. The intricate twisting profile provides multiple ergonomic hand positions and delivers excellent comfort from the shock-absorbing carbon layup. All cable routing options are possible although super tight bends might create issues for mechanical setups. A fantastically comfortable bar at quite … Read more
