The Absa Cape Epic statics are simple: eight days of racing across mountainous Western Cape terrain in South Africa. The route spans 402 miles (648km), climbing 50,777ft (15,475m). Intimating numbers, but it’s the terrain texture and weather that make the Cape Epic so feared. Absa Cape Epic (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) During previous Cape Epics, … Read more
Musguard’s Omni Wide is the larger of the two Omni mud guard sets and covers tyres up to 3in width. It’s super light at under 100g for the pair, and rolls up to fit in a pocket, your backpack or around a tube on your frame. It comes in 4 colours and fits without any tools and costs … Read more
Lukas Baum and Georg Egger of Speed Company Racing won hearts and minds at the 2022 edition of the Absa Cape Epic. Arriving with a skeleton support team comprising just their fathers, the team’s full gas and combative style in true untamed fashion spoke to an appreciative fanbase. Taking home the 2022 championship title cemented … Read more
This week, we’ve got some stunning gear for your perusal. Cane Creek revealed impressive 3D-printed titanium cranks designed for e-MTB and Redshift dropped the covers off its new safety-focussed pedals with smart technology for night riding. Canyon updated its ‘all-rounder’ Neuron bike and SRAM showed off its direct-mount derailleur design. Types of mountain bikes: every MTB category explained How … Read more
We have another very exciting Five Cool Things for your ogling pleasure. First up, we’ve got Crankbrothers’ latest Mallet Trail pedal as well as the latest addition to Marin’s Alpine Trail E range. There are also some fresh kicks from Fizik and Funn’s new Tron stem – but before we have a closer look, let’s recap … Read more
The Men’s Trail Merino Long Sleeve jersey is another addition to Rapha’s ever-expanding mountain bike range, and functions as an outer or mid-layer garment. It adds a bit of extra warmth, making it ideal for rides through the cooler months or shoulder seasons. However, in the Pale Green colourway tested, it stains very easily and is one of … Read more
Events such as the Absa Cape Epic aren’t just a test of character and flesh but also equipment. Between dust, occasional rain and heat, the harsh terrain is relentless in its punishing toll on apparel and equipment. To this end, Vincenzo Nibali, or the ‘Shark of Messina’ as he’s become known, is an ambassador and technical adviser … Read more
Even though Rapid Racer Products ProGuard Front Mini Bolt On is the smallest mudguard in the brand’s range, it packs quite the muck-protection punch. Not only is it light and secure on the bike but it also looks great and comes with a range of adapter brackets, helping it fit a whole bunch of forks straight … Read more
Redshift aims to transform night riding to be a safe chore with its Arclight PRO pedals that come with integrated lights, and now, SPD-cleat compatibility. Best mountain bike pedals – the best options from XC to Enduro 9 top tips to make the most of the off-road night riding season Everything you need to know about off-road … Read more
Mountain bikes and gravel bikes have a panoply of standards and measurements. And many of these aren’t easy to understand because the naming conventions don’t correlate in plain English. Like Q-factor. Your crankset has a potentially huge influence on ride comfort and knee health. But too many riders understand crankset dimensions only regarding crankarm length. But … Read more
