Last weekend’s mountain biking event marked the final race of the 2023 season and despite the horrific conditions, Nino Schurter did it again and won his ninth World Cup title. However, that’s not all, as the weekend’s racing turned out to be a stellar show for Scott’s racing team with downhiller Marine Cabirou returning after … Read more
Lizard Skins DSP Bar Tape V2 4.6mm Shadow Camo to give it its full name is one seriously fat tape producing a large diameter bar to hold once wrapped. The colour may be love or hate, but standard colours are available. The pattern is very grippy feeling slightly tacky in use and the extras are worth it. … Read more
The dust has settled on the 2023 UCI Gravel World Championships, leaving us with a thrilling tale of epic battles, unexpected champions, and the evolving landscape of gravel racing. As the elite women and men took on the challenging course in Veneto, Italy, a story unfolded that showcased both the sport’s exciting potential and some … Read more
As Rampage rolls ever closer we get to see rider’s perspectives on the event. For some, it’s a given that they will be there. For others, it takes time, preparation and years of work. From a wildcard invite in 2022 to a designated spot in the line-up for 2023, this is William Robert’s Rampage story. … Read more
Welcome to Industry Insiders. Our new series that takes you behind the scenes in the cycling world to find out more about the people who work in the industry. We’ll find out what people actually do, how they got to where they are and how they balance work and riding bikes. Our first insider is Katy Curd. She’s an … Read more
Get up to speed with the top cycling stories of the week all in one place. From Cannondale’s vibrant Lab71 Scalpels to the release of the Mavaro Neo SL e-bike with suspension, we’ve also seen Manitou introduce an improved Circus Pro 34 dirt-jumping fork, and Zipp unveiled the 1Zero HiTop SW cross-country carbon wheels for … Read more
Enve’s AG25 Gravel wheelset is a fantastic set of rolling stock, shod with 40-45mm tyres they have survived all my poor line choices and haven’t gone out of true, burped a tyre, worn a bearing or done anything other than spin freely for the duration of this long-term test. Sure, the price is on the high side … Read more
Although carbon fibre is championed as superior to aluminium or steel mountain and gravel bikes, creating frames of lower weight and superior strength, there is a metal that ranks above carbon in the desirability hierarchy: titanium. Notoriously challenging to weld and fabricate, titanium is the most desirable frame material for off-road bikes. It offers superior strength-to-weight properties … Read more
Zipp entered the mountain bike market nearly four years ago with its 3Zero Moto wheels, targeted at trail and enduro riders. The brand’s new range is marketed at cross-country riders, who prioritise lightness and efficiency. 27.5 vs. 29-inch wheels – understanding the differences How 26″ wheels are still turning out the fun Best trail and … Read more
