The coolest kit is still finding its way into the office, ready to keep our team of thorough testers busy for the next couple of months. This week, we’ve got plenty of anodized goodies along with some lightweight slide-on grips, shoes, and a top tube bag. Dive in. Your complete guide to bikepacking – what … Read more
Nukeproof’s Megawatt has been busy earning quite the name for itself over the past year. For 2022, the brand has taken the very same frame and drive system but has tweaked the specification a touch to keep the bike bang up to date. However, new for the range is an even heavier hitting RS model. … Read more
The Norco Optic C3 is an aggressively shaped short travel 29er that looks to be a solid all-rounder. Although its progressive geometry is right on the money, the bike’s overall capability and potential to inspire confidence are let down due to lackluster suspension. Best mountain bikes for under £3,000 – capable trail bikes that won’t … Read more
The basics of cycling nutrition are simple and could be summarised into two questions; what and when? We chat with EatMyRide CEO, Joram Kolf and nutritionist Lisa Nijbroek to find out. Going to a vegan diet for cycling Buyer’s guide to hydration packs for mountain biking The 10 best bar bags for off-road riding We had … Read more
With the goal of combining a mountain bike and an e-bike all in one package, Transition has created the Relay. The brand claims that it’s a lightweight e-bike that employs a Fazua drive system and a lightweight but long-lasting 430Wh battery. Here are all of the details. Opinion: A lightweight e-bike is in your future so … Read more
Granite Design has spent over a year developing and improving the Stash multitool. The Stash RT now employs a two-way ratchet handle that lives in a spring-loaded dock which is designed to complete the cockpit-mounted tool ecosystem. The best multitools for mountain and gravel bikes – top multi tools reviewed and rated Torque Covert 7 Crank … Read more
The Bumper Bar is Restrap’s brand new accessory that serves multiple functions; as a hard point for mounting lights, while also acting as a spacer for bar bags, pushing them upwards and away from the front wheel. The 10 best bar bags for off-road riding Best bikepacking seat packs for gravel and mountain bikes – … Read more
Canyon states the new Lux World Cup has a geometry that sends riders flying uphill whilst inspiring confidence and thereby speed on the downhill. Your complete guide to the Canyon mountain bike range Buyer’s guide to mountain bikes – get the best MTB for you Canyon Lux CF SL 8.0 Pro Race review This bike … Read more
The new V-Mount Packs can carry your essentials in complete security, even if your bike doesn’t have dedicated mounting points. The engineer-minded bikepacking kit manufacturer, Tailfin has created the new packs with a mountain bike rider in mind. Bikepacking basics: bike repair and first-aid kit Tailfin Alloy Rack review The best gravel bikes and adventure bikes you can … Read more
The GT Aggressor Expert is the top end bike in the Aggressor range that’s built for recreational off-roaders who want the best in value. With that in mind, the brand has done a solid job of the bike’s spec and geometry, making it a bike that’s welcoming, capable and comfortable enough for entry-level singletrack jaunts. … Read more
