Even though the industry is in a vastly different state from what it was at the start of the year, 2023 has been monumental for tech releases with new bikes, fresh drivetrains and so much more coming to the market. Last year, I laid down my tech predictions, hazarding a good guess of what I thought … Read more
Today, Giant has introduced two brand-new mountain bike wheelsets, the TRX and TRA and both share the very same technologies. However, they differ in that the former comes with a carbon composite rim while the latter is alloy. While it’s great to see two wheelsets offer the very same features at different price points, both … Read more
As another challenging year draws to a close, I’m happy to report that off.road.cc has grown from strength to strength and cemented its reputation as a major player in the cycling media landscape. New users and website traffic are up year-on-year and we’ve worked tirelessly to make our site the go-to destination for everything off-road … Read more
The One-Sixty is Merida’s recently updated enduro bike. Using the very same frame as the One-Forty, it takes all of that goodness but simply ups the travel, unlocking the frame’s hidden potential and creating an absolute ripper that’s nothing short of capable. While it’s mega proficient downhill, the One-Sixty 500 is equally as impressive when … Read more
The Tailfin Fork Pack is an integrated mount and bag system that offers quick and secure mounting for bikepacking. As we have come to expect from Tailfin, the quality is exceptional but this comes at a price that might push it out of budget for the occasional bikepacker. How does it rank among the best bikepacking bags? … Read more
Aeroe’s Rear Spider Rack is a super adaptable carrying system for your bike that negates the need for mounting hardware on your frame. The design utilises a proprietary cradle mount for your gear which can be located in a variety of locations with up to three cradles and a max weight of 16Kgs of kit … Read more
We’ve had a tech feature-packed week! From the promising expansion of European distributor Traffic Distribution into the UK market, offering a glimmer of hope amid industry challenges, to a comprehensive guide on the best waterproof MTB shorts for challenging UK conditions. We’ve also learnt the tricks of the trade with an expert guide on cleaning disc brakes … Read more
Once again, we’ve got a collection of fresh five cool things for your perusal. This time, we check out POC’s MTB dungarees, suspension lubricant from Muc-Off as well as Shimano’s flat pedal shoes for women. We also take a glance at Zefal’s MTB mudguard and on-the-bike storage kit from Wolf Tooth. And of course, we take a … Read more
Photographer Chris Lanaway joined the cycling industry at a high point. Straight after graduating from university, he went shooting the Madison Genesis team and then switched his focus to shooting mountain biking. Like many of us who work in the bike industry, his passions led to what is now his full-time job. Here is his career journey, in his … Read more
The Monitor Ignite are Lizard Skins’ most minimal full-finger gloves. They’re built with a mega slim construction that provides all the bar feel without compromising on grip, comfort, and breathability. Although these gloves are super cool in the summer, they’re more than usable in changing conditions but they’re not without a couple of durability concerns. … Read more
