It was yet another busy week at off.road.cc with new and exciting off-road cycling gear popping onto the scene. Canyon was first with its ’90s-themed Grizl gravel bike followed by Giant and Liv and the news of its expanded e-MTB ranges. Revel also revealed a first-of-its-kind 3D-printed DH bike, YT Industries announced a spec upgrade for the Capra Core … Read more
[Words by Steve Thomas]It’s hard to believe that ten long years have passed since that dreadful day of 3 January 2013, the morning that many of us opened up our news feeds to read that the South African star of mud and dust, Burry Stander, had been run down by a taxibus driver and killed … Read more
The cycling industry is back in full swing what with the recent running of local trade shows such as Core Bike and Ice Bike. Sea Otter and Eurobike are nearly upon us, too, so you can just imagine how busy things are getting for us at off.road.cc – but we’re not complaining. This week’s Five Cool … Read more
Fulcrum is well-known among road riders but the brand also manufactures a selection of off-road wheels. The Red Zone 3 wheels are its highest-specification alloy wheels and are designed to cover a range of riding styles. For an alloy wheelset, they come at a premium price, but does the performance match the cost and, furthermore, are they … Read more
The Zefal Z Bar Plug set is a well-priced and good-quality in-handlebar tubeless repair kit. However, the plugs themselves are a bit of a letdown and things can get a little rattly in the rough stuff. The best knee pads you can buy for mountain biking Everything you need to know about tubeless repair kits … Read more
The Kali Protectives Cascade is the brand’s latest and greatest flagship trail and enduro open-face helmet and it’s an incredibly cool bit of kit with plenty of innovative safety features. Kali has also sought to create the most environmentally friendly helmet available by integrating recycled materials into its construction, touting it as a great candidate … Read more
The Capra has been a staple of the YT Industries’ range for years now and, for 2023, the brand has taken the Core 3 and has tweaked its kit list, bringing it up to date with wireless shifting and race-proven RockShox suspension. The best mountain bike handlebars you can buy – tried and tested trail … Read more
When in need, the best MTB pumps can save your ride and prevent the notorious walk of shame. A decent compact pump is any rider’s best friend and an essential tool to load on your bike or carry in your bag. That said, not all pumps are made equal, so we have been putting plenty through the wringer to … Read more
Komoot Women’s Rally is back for the second time this year and, this time, the event takes riders to Slovenia to explore the 664km long route designed by Slovenian Beatrice Mezzena Lona. Gravel cycling: experiencing a women’s bikepacking event Women’s saddle guide – how to choose the best women’s saddle Women’s bike vs unisex bike – understanding … Read more
Specialized has updated its off-road Recon shoe range with new S-Works Recon and Recon ADV models. The two cater to the gravel market with all-day comfort and walkability in mind. Best gravel bike shoes 2023 Best gravel wheelsets 2023 – fast and furious off-road wheels Cycling shoes: everything you need to know Specialized S-Works Recon2023 … Read more
