Tioga has introduced the Undercover Stratum Max saddle, which combines a SpyderWeb base with deep and soft padding on top. This combination might make it a comfortable saddle for some riders but there is some movement between the guides on the saddle rails (which might leave some fit issues) and the titanium rails put it at a … Read more
The Kinesis Fend Off Shorty Gravel Bike mudguard is one of those simple products that does exactly what is claimed on the site. It protects your backside, kidneys and lower back from the muck – and stops you from getting cold. It extends the comfort level allowing longer rides in the saddle in poor conditions. … Read more
The Crankbrothers range of shoes has been well-established for a few years now, garnering many great reviews and helping the world’s best mountain bike athletes succeed on the trails. Today, the brand has expanded its range with the Stamp Boa and Mallet Trail Boa shoes. Best mountain bikes 2024 – top options from XC to Enduro Best mountain … Read more
Following hot off the heels of the new Favero Assimoa Pro MX SPD pedals, comes the new X-Track Power pedals from Look, which are designed to be robust and deliver all the data points an endurance mountain biker or gravel rider would need without additional sensor bulk. The French brand’s industrial designers and engineers prioritised … Read more
The Grizl:ON range is classed as an ‘adventure-ready’ drop-bar bike by Canyon, but what you need to know is that it features a carbon frame and RockShox front suspension throughout the range. Bikepacking basics: bike repair and first-aid kit How to pack bikepacking bags – carry everything you need Gravel bike suspension and dropper posts – … Read more
Whyte has established itself as one of the most innovative mountain bike companies in the world. Last year, the brand unveiled its all-new e-MTB platform, the E-Lyte platform, which was released to bolster its already successful pedal-assist range with a sub 20kg, mid-torque and full power ride. We spent a day with the ELyte 150 RSX … Read more
Cotic is a long-established and innovative mountain and gravel bike brand based in the UK’s Peak District. It hass a long and well-earned repute for slick and comfortable steel-built frames, although they have also long since made frames in other materials, with the brand’s titanium frames being highly prized. The ultimate guide to frame materials: … Read more
There are three contact points between rider and bicycle and on road and mountain bikes, two look very different, while the third seems very similar. We’re referring to handlebars, pedals and saddles. Those are the key contact points where your hands, feet and body mass go when riding. Is big travel necessary for UK trails? Tips … Read more
Canyon’s 2024 Spectral mountain bike might have less suspension travel than before but that doesn’t mean it’s any less a trail ripper. Here, Canyon athlete Brayden Bringhurst showcases his incredibly creative approach to riding by doing things differently from what you’d expect from a mountain bike video. We hope you enjoy it, let us know what you think in … Read more
If January was slow on the tech front, February has been one for the ages with the huge number of releases and announcements making for one of the busiest months on record at off.road.cc. The big news came from Norco and Merida with both brands unveiling newly updated platforms. There were also some big announcements from YT Industries, Favero, Crankbrothers … Read more
