The Shimano GF8 (SH-GF800) GTX is a winter-weather flat pedal shoe that combines a weatherproof Gore-Tex membrane with an uber-sticky Ultread outsole. For the most part, the brand’s efforts to create such a shoe are very successful as it offers good grip on the pedals and when off of the bike. However, while they deter ingress … Read more
The Aeroe handlebar cradle is a heavy-duty mounting system that fits with one common tool, a 5m hex key, doesn’t damage your bars or frame and allows you to carry cargo away from your bars and clear of your controls. It’s super rigid when adjusted correctly and can carry up to 5kg. Tailfin Fork Pack review … Read more
So you’ve just purchased one of the best gravel bikes and, while it might resemble your trusty road bike, there are differences between the two – both in terms of geometry and the terrain you will cover. As a brand-new discipline, gravel riding comes with a different set of demands. Here are a few considerations to ensure your bike is … Read more
The YT Industries Gravity Cordura Pants came as part of a collection of fresh shorts and trousers to bolster the bike brand’s Performance Wear clothing range. And, while it’s all too easy to palm off YT’s foray into the world of apparel as an attempt to get its customers to part with more cash upon checkout … Read more
Battle on the Beach, one of the only UK gravel events raced on a sandy beach, has sold out in record time. The 2024 event, taking place for the 10th time this year, filled all of the 1,000 entries in less than a day. Over the years, it has gained popularity and recognition, cementing its … Read more
Seido’s Stage front rack is a sturdy, large rack for carrying anything from your bikepacking equipment to a couple of pizzas. It’s easy to assemble and fit, although you do need mid-fork mounts for attaching it, and also depending on your fork, you might need to search for a longer bolt for the crown. Best gravel bikes … Read more
The Endura MT500 Spray Gilet is designed as an added layer of insulation with enough weather protection to remain comfortable on damp days. While its colour will certainly divide opinion, it performs its role almost perfectly thanks to well-placed waterproof panels and a sorted fit. However, it would be great to see more ventilation and a … Read more
For 2023, RockShox gave its Super Deluxe shock a big shake-up adding new dials and internals, which has culminated in an excellent rear damper with a very useful range of adjustment. As a result, it combines coil-like small-bump sensitivity with the progression expected of its air-sprung design. While faults are few, its high-speed compression adjustment requires a tool and, in certain frames, … Read more
Scott Frontier 300, spanning 300km from the west to the east coast of the UK, welcomes riders to embark on a two-day adventure in addition to its classic one-day epic in 2024. Returning for the third consecutive year, the organisers of the all-road cycling event now offer a two-day entry option and have set a target to attract more … Read more
A new year of riding brings with it great optimism and expectations, but the mountain biking and gravel riding worlds – and those expectations are different to each and every one of us. That said, the mountain bike and gravel spaces are also shaping to be very different to earlier years. Escalating prices across the cost … Read more
