The Machines For Freedom Technical Crew is a simple, women-specific long-sleeved sweater-style top with hidden technology suited for colder rides on the trail or gravel bike. It’s got an ergonomic fit with great freedom of movement in the arms but a little short in the body for enough rear coverage. The large rear zipped pocket offers storage … Read more
Competitively priced with usable grip and excellent airflow, Scott’s MTB Shr-alp Lace flat pedal shoe is ideal for those who love hike-a-bike jaunts or simply have wider feet. However, while good, its on-bike performance doesn’t quite stack up to others on the market. Best mountain bike shoes 2023 – top-rated flat and clipless kicks Cycling shoes: … Read more
If you stroll past a cyclo-cross and gravel bike parked side-by-side against a wall, at your local coffee stop, you’d be forgiven for not being able to tell which is which. But there are notable differences between cyclo-cross and gravel bikes due to their different purposes. Cyclo-cross biking is a racing discipline, whereas gravel bikes are designed … Read more
The organisers of Andorra MTB Classic-Pyrenees have announced that the mountain bike race held in the European microstate will now be known as the Andorra Epic. This means it will also be added to the Epic Series complete with Legend race status. Mountain bike fitness – how to improve your MTB performance 2023 UK gravel events … Read more
Bombtrack has surprised us all with a mid-season launch, revealing four new gravel bikes covering the off-road segment from rough gravel to all-road cycling adventures. Featuring a host of beautiful details and stunning finishes, the four new bikes cater for a range of gravel riders. Let’s have a look at the new models. Best gravel … Read more
Endura’s GV500 is a simple no-frills packable waterproof jacket for gravel adventures and everyday use on the bike. It features a large chest pocket and an over-the-helmet hood for when it’s really tipping down. It’s available in three colours but does it offer enough to make it one of the best waterproof cycling jackets for gravel? … Read more
A cycling docuseries ‘A Call of A Life Time’ has been launched on YouTube, following 60 gravel and mountain bike riders participating in the Life Time Grand Prix race series. 2023 International Gravel Events – the best off-road events from around the globe Gravel bike racing – everything you need to know Winter mountain biking … Read more
The Airdrop joins the Cliffhanger as one of ABUS’s most recent off-road releases. It comes with everything expected of a full-face helmet with a few other very neat features. It’s comfortable and protective but what makes it one of the best full-face MTB helmets is its huge airflow. Its Mips cradle is creaky, however, and I’d … Read more
[Sponsored content]This time last year we introduced our very own Team ORCC where four members of off.road.cc staff had a go at a full season’s racing in their chosen disciplines. Due to the success of the first series, we’re excited to announce that we’ve got another sponsorship deal for 2023 and this time we’re doing things a … Read more
Flared handlebars are growing increasingly popular and they come in various widths and styles. Seido Tackle handlebars represent a great, budget-friendly example of the flared gravel handlebar concept. On the hoods, these are just like normal bars but the generously flared drops offer added stability for descending – and the flat-top sections add comfort for climbing. 7 of the widest … Read more
