Like orange is to Fox and red is to RockShox, purple is now the official colour of Hayes and its Dominion brakes. Not only does the colour have a connection with royalty but the announcement celebrates 25 years since the first purple Hayes were launched. 10 pieces of essential mountain bike clothing for beginners How do hydraulic … Read more
The ProGuard Front Cable Tie Max Protection is Rapid Racer Products’ large front mudguard that fits your bike using cable ties, rather than bolts. The coverage and protection it offers are comprehensive and a must for chest-mounted action camera users. However, it requires careful attention when fitting for a rub-free experience, otherwise, it’s up there with the … Read more
The dropper post has defied sceptics and become a staple feature on all modern mountain and some gravel bikes. Although they all do the same thing, there are a lot of factors to consider when upgrading or buying your next dropper post – but fear not, as we’ve gone and done all the hard work for you. … Read more
Pirelli promotes the historical connection between motocross and supercross, which has filtered down to its very best mountain bike tyres. Within the XC line of Pirelli tyres, the Scorpion XC S has probably the most in common with that connection, featuring an open tread pattern, designed for softer terrain. WTB Verdict 2.5″ TCS Light High Grip … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas]It’s mid-winter 2024 and Kriss Kyle and his film crew have just returned from a six-day round trip to Cappadocia in central Turkey to make his latest film, which is due for release sometime this week. Video: Homegrown – Dylan Stark shreds his favourite spots Video: From two different paths – e-gravel … Read more
The Gore C3 Thermo is a fleece-lined jersey designed for cooler conditions. The amount of insulation on offer makes it suitable for a wide temperature range but the lack of windproofing can make it feel cold on windy days. Rab Cinder Ridgeline Jacket review Castelli Unlimited Puffy Jacket review Mons Royale Tarn Merino Shift Wind jersey review … Read more
The best MTB handlebars may come in a plethora of shapes and sizes but they all do one thing – provide control and support over the bike, while being home to all of your bike’s controls. However, owing to the massive selection of measurements, angles and flex profiles choosing a handlebar can get surprisingly complicated. To … Read more
From Pivot’s brand-new Switchblade to Sonder’s steel-framed adventure bike, this week has been mega-exciting for off-road cycling tech. There’s a whole lot more, so grab a cup of coffee and catch up on the top tech stories of the week. Best cheap mountain bikes 2023 Best mountain bike tyres 2023 Which MTB freehub body do I … Read more
Not to be confused with the tackier, racier Race model, the Pirelli Scorpion Enduro M is the brand’s mixed conditions trail and enduro mountain bike tyre. In many cases, this tyre hits the markers and should provide excellent and reliable traction through a range of scenarios while rolling surprisingly efficiently. However, its window of excellent traction is comparatively slim and its … Read more
The Brooks Cambium rubber handlebar tape is intended for all types of riding, both on and off the road. It comes in a variety of colours and lengths that will suit many bikes, but it is pricey, and no particular performance area stands out against other tape options. ENVE Handlebar Tape review Lizard Skins DSP … Read more
