Gravel bike vs mountain bike: what are the differences?

Cycling segments are deeply paradoxical as it currently stands with a broad view of easily differentiated disciplines. Nobody will ever mistake a dual-crown downhill bike for any other purpose than charging down the steepest technical trails. The same applies to a sleek aero time trial machine. You know exactly what its purpose is, the moment you see … Read more

Eurobike 2022: The weird and the wonderful

Back for 2022, Eurobike made the move to Frankfurt and became home to a raft of brands from all corners of the world showing off their new and exciting wares. While there was a tonne of new and pro bikes on show that you’ll have seen in our Eurobike 2022: Best Bikes from the show piece, along … Read more

Apidura Backcountry Hip Pack

The Apidura Backcountry Hip Pack is a well-designed, waterproof hip pack for technical gravel and mountain bikers who don’t want to wear a backpack. At 2.5l, it offers just the right amount of storage and includes some neat details.  6 of the best hip packs you can buy for MTB and gravel Dakine Hot Laps Stealth waist … Read more

Eurobike 2022 Mega Gallery: Tech highlights from the show

Eurobike’s new Frankfurt setting boasted four fully subscribed, two-story halls packed to the hilt with all the latest cycling tech from around the world. Spanning everything from road and gravel to mountain biking, there was something for every kind of cyclist. We spent two full days scouring every corner of the show in an effort … Read more

PNW Components Ozone Women’s Trail Jersey

[Words by Rhian Atherton]Made with a soft wool/polyester blend, the PNW Ozone Women’s Trail Jersey is very comfortable to wear as a first layer and is ideal for both on and off the bike adventures. The wool gives it a casual look that wouldn’t be out of place on a mid-ride cafe/bar stop, but it … Read more

Stolen Goat Men’s Voltage Grey MTB Jersey review

The Stolen Goat Men’s Voltage Grey MTB Jersey comes from the brand’s fresh MTB22 range. It fills the role of the short-sleeve top in the collection and represents a solid offering. It’s comfortable and fits well, though the fabric is a bit thick for the height of summer and you may need to consider sizing up. The … Read more

Eurobike 2022: Best Bikes from the show

We’re at Eurobike and will be bringing you all our favourite tech highlights. Europe’s largest bike show has changed venues with Frankfurt, Germany playing host to the 2022 edition of the show. With over 1,500 exhibitors on the ground, we’ve sifted through everything on display to bring you the newest and coolest products.  RockShox fork range – your guide … Read more

Fulcrum’s new Red Zone 5 and Metal Zone 5 wheelsets start at £390

Fulcrum has added two new wheelsets to the mountain bike range. This time, the Red Zone 5 and Red Metal 5 fill the role of the entry-level wheels designed to offer a balance of durability and performance at a friendlier price point. The best trail and enduro mountain bike wheelsets, tried and tested Which MTB … Read more

Maxxis Forekaster grows in size, gains new tread pattern

As enduro mountain bike geometry has migrated to short-travel bikes, riders are demanding tyres that are a deft blend of low-rolling resistance and peak mid-corner grip.Maxxis has responded to increasing its best mountain bike tyres offering based on demand from the 100-130mm rider community with a redesigned version of its Forekaster. Most riders will be familiar … Read more

American Classic launches new downcountry, trail and enduro tyres

American Classic has re-entered the mountain bike tyre market, introducing four brand new tyres for downcountry through to enduro use. With the new tread patterns, there are three different constructions allowing the brand’s new range to cover a range of bases. Best trail and enduro mountain bike tyres you can buy – tried and tested hard … Read more