The 7iDP Chill gloves are ideal for riding in the UK almost year-round. Remaining warm in temperatures down to around freezing, as long as conditions are damp to dry. They’re not suited for really wet, cold riding, lacking any waterproofing and insulation. They fall short of being a properly excellent winter glove with some premature … Read more
Words by Steve Thomas With the likes of Tom Pidcock, Mathieu van der Poel and Jolanda Neff making huge waves in almost every branch of the sport, the benefits of mixing your genres are becoming increasingly apparent. Introducing Team ORCC for 2022 racing Cross-country racing; where next for the UK? Will your next bike be a … Read more
The Bontrager Rapid Pack Hydro is a low profile hip back with a 1.5L reservoir, space for a water bottle, and carrying just the very basic, essential items. Its round shape and lack of reinforced back structure make it move around when riding anything but sedate trails, especially when loaded up. The hose magnet also … Read more
Even Storm Eunice won’t stop us from showing off the cool and interesting kit that’s landed for testing. This week, we’re highlighting the bags and trousers that have been sent to our team of testers. The best knee pads you can buy for mountain biking Best trail and enduro mountain bike tyres you can buy – … Read more
Giant has given the Trance 29 a well deserved update. For 2022, the bike’s suspension platform gets a refresh and the geometry gets even more progressive. The brand says that it offers the same balance of responsiveness and control on techy singletrack as the carbon Trance Advanced Pro 29 while being built around an alloy … Read more
Nestled in the heart of Derbyshire, the 320 acre home of Allestree Park is under the spotlight for the UK’s first large-scale urban rewilding project. Alongside plans to develop wildlife-rich habitats and potential species reintroductions, considerations are being made to incorporate leisure activities such as bike trails, cycleways and zip wires for commercial use. Supporting … Read more
Surly has taken inspiration from riders’ customised setups and has created the Grappler. It’s the brand’s new dedicated drop-bar trail bike that’s designed for bikepacking, razzing around singletrack, and big distance in the saddle. How to go bikepacking: a beginner’s guide to getting started Five things that weren’t cool – until gravel happened Opinion: You … Read more
Canyon’s brand new Spectral 125 takes its inspiration from the very well-received Spectral platform but drops the travel figures while retaining a similar geometry. The result is said to be a full aggro, all-rounder ripper thanks to some weight savings, adjustments to the bike’s suspension kinematics, and a revised frame. First Ride: 2022 Canyon Spectral CF8 CLLCTV Best … Read more
Canyon has just released the all-new Spectral 125. It rocks a whole new frame with far less travel, a 100g weight saving against its heavier hitting sibling and it looks to offer a very different riding experience. We’ve got the Spectral 125 CF8 build in for testing and we’ve managed to give it a bit of a … Read more
The Altura Ridge Waterproof jacket neatly packages a heap of weather-combatting features in a simple and understated design. Despite the form-fitting shape, huge pockets and well-thought-out characteristics, the lack of airflow and value for money leaves a lot to be desired. Your buying guide to waterproof jackets Reviewed: 7Mesh Glidepath Pants Talking Tech: The all-new … Read more
