FastHouse Classic Cartel SS Jersey review

FastHouse’s Classic Cartel SS jersey borrows some cues from the brand’s motocross tops but comes with a few fresh touches. In practice, it’s a jersey that looks great, is rather comfortable and very breathable, but small sizing holds it back a touch. The best mountain bike jerseys for men – Men’s kit tried and tested … Read more

First Look: YT Industries JEFFSY Core 3

We’ve had the CAPRA, we’ve had the IZZO and now we’ve got the JEFFSY which will then mean we’ve tested each of YT Industries trail and enduro bikes. The JEFFSY sits bang in the middle of the suspension travel range being dubbed the all-mountain bike that balances uphill performance with downhill prowess. First Ride : … Read more

e*thirteen introduces the Grappler – An all new enduro and DH tyre

e*thirteen has launched a brand new tyre, dubbed the Grappler. It’s a tyre designed especially for enduro and downhill use to help tackle the most demanding and technical of trails.  Best trail and enduro mountain bike tyres you can buy – tried and tested hard hitting rubber Is it worth converting your mountain bike to … Read more

Bontrager Adventure Boss Frame Bag review

The Bontrager Adventure Boss frame bag is available in six sizes. It’s designed to fit a wide range of bikes, but also has specific sizing and attachment features to suit the Trek Checkpoint. It might work brilliantly on the Checkpoint, but for other bikes, there are a few comprises. LifeLine Adventure Frame Bag review Birzman Packman Travel Frame Pack … Read more

Strava adds gravel ride and mountain bike activity types

Strava has announced that trail run, gravel ride, mountain bike and e-mountain bike are now supported as activity types on the popular sports app, and new off-road route features have also become available to subscribers. The best mountain bike apps for iPhone and Android Best mountain bikes for under £3,000 How to plan gravel routes With … Read more

Hunt launches two new gravel race wheelsets

Hunt has put the focus on weight with its 25 Carbon Gravel Race Disc and 40 Carbon Gravel Race Disc wheelsets that were added today to the brand’s Gravel Race range. The new wheels come in 25mm and 40mm depth and weigh as little as 1,380g a pair. The best gravel wheelsets you can buy 10 of … Read more

Deuter Flyt 14 back pack review

Deuter may not be the first name you think of for mountain biking, but with the Flyt 14, the brand has created a backpack that’s comfortable, secure, and full of handy features. It’s just a shame that this particular colour isn’t quite as attractive as the price and that the waist straps need better organisation.  Buyer’s guide to hydration … Read more

Öhlins introduces the new and improved TTX22m.2

Öhlins has announced the new TTX22M.2 coil shock. With the new damper, the brand has taken the original TTX22M and built upon it, adding a range of new features with the aim of making it an even more capable damper for gravity-fed riding. 9 tips to keep your suspension running sweeter for longer Busting those … Read more

SCOTT Trail Storm WP Pant review

[Words by Pete Smith]The Trail Storm WP Pants from SCOTT are the brand’s waterproof bottoms for use in the stormiest of weather. While their cut and fit are exceptional, overall waterproofing is lacking and they can get rather toasty. Best tried and tested waterproof and insulated winter mountain bike trousers Altura Esker Trail Trouser review … Read more