This week we spotted Tom Pidock and Pauline Ferrand-Prevot aboard prototype Pinarello mountain bikes under wraps. We also filed our in-depth first-ride review of the 2023 Specialized S-Works Levo SL and looked at the special-edition Scott Spark RC of ten-time cross-country mountain bike World Champion Nino Schurter. The best gravel and adventure tyres you can buy – tried and tested … Read more
Back in 2020, Specialized unveiled the Levo SL, a lightweight e-mountain bike that literally paved the way for the sport. Three years later, the Morgan Hill-based brand has given the trail focussed e-MTB a well-deserved overhaul, rewarding it with a new frame, a fresh suspension kinematic, and even a refined motor design with a power output … Read more
Mountain biking isn’t easy, but it is rewarding for those riders who endure beyond the newbie phase. Experienced riders know better, and the best advice is often free. As it should be. How many spacers should I install on my bottom bracket? Gravel bike vs mountain bike: what are the differences? The best mountain bike … Read more
Osprey’s Escapist 20 is the ideal companion for longer biking days where you may need extra gear. With an array of different pockets, a helmet holder and a rain cover to protect against a sudden bout of rain, the Escapist is a great all-rounder whether it’s an enduro event, a bikepacking exploit or a nip … Read more
British brand Hope Technology is world renowned for creating hydraulic disc brakes, known for its CNC-machined parts that stand out against its rivals and after-sales support. After a few years away from creating a super-lightweight disc brake package, can the super light XCR Pro X2 brakes deliver the performance to make it a real contender … Read more
The 2023 cross-country mountain biking season has just started, and we’re already seeing some new bikes break cover, such as Nino Schurter’s 2023 Scott Spark RC Special Edition. But last weekend, British XC hero Tom Pidcock and legend Pauline Ferrand-Prevot have been spotted riding what looks to be a prototype Pinarello mountain bike. Buyer’s guide to mountain bike waterproof … Read more
Lizard Skins Oury V2 is a single-sided lock-on grip that is a super comfortable place for larger hands. Their simple old-school block design pattern is surprisingly effective and easy to grip with that soft rubber providing long-ride comfort. They are on the larger side in terms of diameter, so perhaps won’t suit small hands, but … Read more
Just in time for the start of the cross-country mountain biking racing season, Scott has unveiled the bike that Nino Schurter will be riding for 2023. Donning the latest kit from SRAM, this bike celebrates Nino’s 10 World Championships with a special-edition colourway and a range of subtle-but-very-cool details. The best hip packs you can buy for … Read more
The DiscusPlus i28 LTD is a 650b gravel-specific wheelset that has stood up well during the dry and dusty testing conditions of autumn, some incredibly wet times as well as some freezing UK winter conditions. The weight of the wheels is impressive and, thanks to a wide internal rim, they’re a perfect match for the increasing size … Read more
We recently had a look at some of the best products in Northwave’s 2023 off-road clothing line-up, and we mentioned that the brand’s home is literally found among the hills and mountains of northern Italy. Because of that background, Northwave has a particular connection with two specific outdoor pursuits: cycling is obviously one, but the other … Read more
