The latest Exposure Lights MaXx-D light continues to push technology boundaries by providing greater illuminating power while maintaining excellent burn times. REFLEX++ technology allows for adaptation to conditions and rider speed, and a wide range of mounts and accessories that all help to justify the high price. Read on to see how it places among the … Read more
Decathlon’s in-house bike brand is Rockrider and this RACE 900S is a full-suspension, cross-country bike with specifications that will have you double-checking the price. A carbon frame, wireless shifting and specs that wouldn’t be out of place on a bike twice the price. But, while it looks amazing on paper, can it deliver the ride of top … Read more
2023 has been a year of major change for me as I left the role of publisher of off.road.cc and took up the reins of reviewer and cycling consultant for the group. The upside of this change meant more time to ‘officially’ ride my bike for work rather than just sneaking it in when I … Read more
I love bicycles. My home is a testament to this obsession with parts and gear strewn everywhere. This year has been a pretty amazing time for off.road.cc as we’ve grown into one of the biggest sites in the world for all things mountain biking and gravel. Of course, a large chunk of the gear that … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas]During the COVID-19 pandemic, podcasts thrived as a whole, but sadly, as the doors to the world re-opened many faded out into the airwaves of pod oblivion, including several off-road podcasts. That said, there are still many great and interesting offroad podcasts worth tuning into. How to go bikepacking: a beginner’s guide … Read more
Endura’s GV500 Waterproof trousers are lightweight packable waterproof option cut for gravel adventures on your bike. They boast impressive figures both for breathability and waterproof ratings and are devoid of zips and pockets for simplification and maximum protection. They have ankle gussets to allow access over your shoes, a pull cord waist, and a durable seat … Read more
As with its Proframe RS, Fox has brought fresh updates to its Dropframe three-quarter helmet. Not only does this refresh bring in a new shell design as well as a bunch of features but it also brings a higher-end build to provide even more protection and enhanced coverage. What is Koroyd? Best full face MTB … Read more
The Fizik Terra Nanuq GTX is a mountain bike shoe aimed at deep winter riding, the colder and wetter the better. With a waterproof Gore-Tex liner and insulated upper, these shoes make winter riding a little more bearable. Combined with Boa retention, a grippy Vibram sole and plenty of cleat adjustment, Fizik offers a well-thought-out … Read more
For me, this year has been one to remember. I took the plunge and quit my day job back in May to go travelling which heavily featured riding bikes, of course. In May, Trans Madeira was a highlight of the year offering some breathtaking riding and such a friendly community of riders. It was tough on … Read more
The Yamaha Moro-07 is an e-mountain bike offering that’s aimed at the all-mountain genre. There are aspects of this bike that deserve praise; the great build kit and motor at an extremely competitive price. But due to some strange geometry choices, among other aspects, the bike falls flat. Where it’s trying to pave its way in a marketplace that’s crowded with very … Read more
