The Fastline 2.0 trousers are Fasthouse’s top of the range riding trousers, with great quality materials and a race-style cut. I was really impressed with the toughness and comfort. They are perfect for bike park riding, laps on downhill trails and when you want something more hard-wearing. The compromise is a heavier feel and added warmth. Five things that weren’t cool … Read more
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Pirelli has launched the latest addition to its tyre lineup, the Cinturato Gravel RC. It’s a racing version of the much-loved Cinturato Gravel tyre, designed especially for modern gravel races. How to prepare for your first gravel race – kit, bike setup and training The 11 gravel-specific products you never knew you needed Nine cheapskate alternatives … Read more
Despite its size, the 76 Projects Micro Piggy is a handy and reliable item for carrying extra kit. I was impressed with how much it can hold, the fact it can be stuck anywhere, and how well it stayed in place. It’s well made, performs well, and is very affordable. Five things that weren’t cool – until enduro happened 7 trailside … Read more
Gravel has become big everywhere and the UK is known for the variety of it. It’s not so much riding some smooth, hardpacked dusty roads here, but instead, gravel often encompasses anything that is… well not tarmac. And to ride that, you don’t always need to travel far. How to plan gravel routes – tips … Read more
Another week, another 5 cool things! This time around, we’ve got an elastic titanium bottle, some aggressive mixed conditions tyres along with some tyre inserts made in the Lake District. We’ve also got a blingy stem and some budget-friendly glasses. Take a look. Trail Essentials – Kit to take on a mountain bike ride from … Read more
[Action photography by Scot Easter]The E-160 RSX is Whyte’s freshest e-bike kitted with Bosch’s new motor, unique battery integration and a pretty blingy build. We were invited to the Forest of Dean to get a sample of how the new bike rides. Big Read: Racing e-bikes at the EX Enduro; how much difference does a motor … Read more
[Updated 31st August 2022]The L’Efner Du Nord from 1816 is a high-ticket gravel bike draped in top-end bling, and certainly looks the business thanks to the grey paint job nabbed from Audi’s RS range, finished off with cool, yet subtle graphics. The geometry is pure gravel race bike and it certainly has the lightness to exploit … Read more
With its fun, swoopy, flowing corners and roll over jumps, The Quercus Trail will offer beginners confidence building trails and more experienced riders plenty of features to play on and jump off. Great for taking younger riders round, with snack stops and looking at the views.quercus-trail-whinlatter-trail-guide-0 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) quercus-trail-whinlatter-trail-guide-0.jpg, by Jim Clarkson The … Read more
The Altura Trail is built for experienced riders, with it’s rocky, red grade features, and longer descents and climbs. It packs in plenty of fast trails – some outright speed, others more technical. There is an updated section completed late 2021 which has improved and repaired several parts.It offers amazing views of Derwentwater, Bassenthwaite, Helvellyn and Skiddaw as … Read more
Wheel brand Parcours has updated the known Alta gravel wheelset. Now, it comes with a brand new rim featuring aerodynamic profiling and IMPACT+ tech. Here’s everything you need to know. The best money-no-object gravel and adventure bikes we’ve tested The best 700c gravel tyres you can buy – tried and tested adventure rubber for all conditions … Read more
