Despite the glorious simplicity of mountain bike design, there is also much complexity and advancement: electronic shifting, intelligent suspension, the intricacies of frame geometry and bike fit, where the tiniest numbers can make a big difference. It’s the depth of innovation and relentless technology curve that can make mountain biking seem a touch intimidating for some. ‘Which skills … Read more
The Fearless Vulture Titanium is designed for everything in the gravel world, be that racing flat out, hitting really hard technical trails or loading it up and setting off to Patagonia. This new version of the Vulture is more surefooted than ever in the technical stuff but is it still fast enough when you put the hammer … Read more
The Merida EX Enduro has become a staple event on the UK’s enduro calendar. Despite plans to evolve into an e-MTB-only event, the organisers will continue to cater for traditional mountain bikes, too, in what has been described as a gruelling but rewarding three-day enduro event. Big Read: Racing e-bikes at the EX Enduro; how much difference does a … Read more
The DMR Grid Grips are the perfect example of a simple push-on grip that provides of traction. The grip design pattern offers extra hold for your digits and the mushroom-style pattern has a retro-BMX vibe. You get a lot of grip for a very reasonable price but there are some issues around the bar plugs and grip … Read more
The Altura Esker Dune insulated jacket uses a mix of insulated panels and softshell material to create a warm and non-restrictive mountain bike jacket. The windproof and warmth properties prove to be excellent for cold winter conditions although the jacket’s water-resistant properties are only good enough to fend off light showers. It’s a shame to only have … Read more
Today, Lazer has added two brand new helmets to the lineup, this time catering to both kids and adults. The Finch and Lupo both bring the brand’s KinetiCore technology to a price point that’s friendly on the wallet and they share several similarities. Best mountain bike helmets 2024 – top-rated head protection for the trail Lazer … Read more
The OneUp Components V2 dropper post is renowned for its durability and excellent quality at an accessible price. It also offers the widest range of travel options to date. Today, the brand has launched its V3 Dropper Post, claiming that it’s the lightest on the market and better than its predecessor in every way. Bike check: Vincenzo Nibali’s … Read more
No, this isn’t the latest Uncaged release, this is a new high-end spec for the Capra that sits in the brand’s Core range and is packed with top-shelf kit that’ll get anyone’s mouth-watering. Is this the fastest Capra yet? Read on for more details. YT Industries Decoy 29 Core 3 e-MTB review YT Industries Jeffsy … Read more
SRAM’s Transmission has added a direct-mount derailleur and a host of other new technologies, the result of which has turned the traditional derailleur concept on its head. And it didn’t take long for SRAM to bring this tech to its more accessibly priced GX offering. Although it’s still a few hundred pounds pricier than the regular … Read more
Electric mountain bikes come with a plethora of specific components – especially tyres. Michelin recognises this and has created the E-Wild Racing Line range that’s designed for the best possible performance. Big Read: Racing e-bikes at the EX Enduro; how much difference does a motor make off-road Opinion – E-bikes aren’t a menace, it’s all about trail etiquette Ten … Read more
