Imagine being told you’ll never ride again. What about getting a diagnosis that changes your life forever? Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is different for everyone, but it does completely change your life. This incredible video shows what it’s like to live with the condition, and how Andy McKenna has adapted. Exploring the impact of climate change on … Read more
Here it is again, our weekly roundup of the top tech stories in the off-road cycling world. In this edition, we’re gearing up for the UCI Gravel World Championships 2023, exploring the critical role of bearings, delving into the world of knee pads for mountain biking, and taking a closer look at SRAM’s latest entry into … Read more
Fizik has just released the Ergolace GTX trail shoes. These weatherproof shoes come equipped with Gore-Tex in a flat or clipless version. Said to be ‘adventure-ready’ they offer a triple-layered, waterproof and breathable membrane to help keep you dry when the worst of the weather hits. Best mountain bike shoes 2023 – top-rated flat and clipless kicks … Read more
Even though we’re still recovering from the best action at Sea Otter Girona 2023, this week’s been an exciting one thanks to our collection of top features and uber-cool tech stories. Liam already spotted the SRAM e-bike motor in the wild at the Sea Otter, but now the Eagle Powertrain has been officially unveiled and we’ve taken … Read more
Thule’s Epos 2-bike platform towbar bike rack can carry long-wheelbase bikes and/or e-bikes as well as any other bike you fancy putting on it with ease. It’s incredibly well made, very simple to fit, and allows secure bike attachment without clamping lightweight carbon frames. Large tyres are no problem and everything adjusts with ease. It tilts and folds up … Read more
It’s been four years since Merida last updated its do-it-all trail ripper. In that time a lot has changed with Merida releasing the latest One-Forty and One-Sixty platforms, bringing with them a host of new concepts and technologies. Now, the One-Twenty has been given a similar treatment. Like the One-Sixty FR launched last week, we got … Read more
It’s been four years since we last saw an update to Merida’s do-it-all trail bike but now, the new One-Twenty is finally here, and it has been completely overhauled. The new model gets the cool tech that was first introduced on Merida’s new enduro and all-mountain bikes, bringing its geometry and componentry bang up to date. The … Read more
It’s been rumoured for years now but SRAM has finally introduced its Eagle Powertrain e-MTB drive system. First, SRAM dropped the front mech with its Eagle drivetrains, then cables with AXS and then the mech hanger with Transmission – all of which have led to this moment. Eagle Powertrain utilises all of those technologies to … Read more
Endura’s MT500 Burner Lite L/S jersey is a long sleeve top that’s built especially for warm and sunny rides. Littered with perforations and ventilation, its airflow is excellent and it looks great too. Although it’s useful for smashing overgrown trails in the sun, away from bike park laps, it’s not a true substitute for a … Read more
Troy Lee Designs is one of the most desirable mountain bike helmet manufacturers in the market and the Grail, their first helmet without a visor is aimed at gravel riders. It comes in four colours, 3 sizes and weighs in at under 300g. It has Mips protection and costs under £100 but is the TLD name enough to … Read more
