Topeak Pocketshock Digital shock pump review

The Topeak Pocketshock Digital is the brand’s top-end shock pump. As its name suggests, this pump comes with a clear digital display, and it’s built to the usual high quality that Topeak is known for. While reasonably efficient and pleasant to use, the Pressure-Rite connector doesn’t work as expected, and it’s a rather pricy option. … Read more

Introducing the ORCC Recommends

Here at off-road.cc, we take great pleasure and pride in thoroughly testing all manners of products from the wonderful world of off-road cycling. Whether it’s gravel and adventure orientated components and accessories or full-on enduro mountain bike apparel. How do we score our reviews? Find out here. What to look for when buying MTB Grips. … Read more

How to tweak your mountain bike’s geometry – Cockpit

While not really a form of geometry adjustment, the importance of a correct cockpit setup for your style of riding is often overlooked. Before messing with your bike’s geometry, your cockpit is the best place to start because it’s mostly free and overall comfort can transform your riding. 10 worst bits of mountain bike riding … Read more

Rapha Men’s Trail Pants review

Rapha’s Trail pants are solid proof that the brand’s trail range is far from a mere flash in the pan. They’re supremely comfortable and packed with useful features that we mountain bikers can only appreciate. While they are certainly an investment, they’re the best trousers I’ve ridden in so far. Best tried and tested waterproof … Read more

The Merida EX Enduro is back for 2022

Taking place within the hills above Minehead, the Merida EX Enduro is set to return for 2022. Previously described as “one to stick on your bucket list” the event will take place on the 16th-18th of September with just 80 riders getting the chance to take on three days of solid racing. Big Read: Racing … Read more

Focus announces the all new Jam Carbon bikes

Fresh for 2022, Focus’s 150mm trail bike, the JAM gets dressed in carbon and receives a more downhill focus. It also comes primed with the brand’s own integrated storage solution and a few features you’ll have seen on existing Focus models. Here’s all you need to know. Best mountain bikes for under £3,000 – capable … Read more

SixSixOne Recon Advance kneepad review

SixSixOne’s range-topping kneepad, the Recon Advance, truly balances protection with comfort. The coverage on offer is nothing short of comprehensive, and it’s delivered in a very secure and comfy package. However, its build quality raises questions, and it’s a shame that the hard shells come as an extra spend. The best knee pads you can … Read more

The best cycling water bottles you can buy – tried and tested

Staying hydrated is a necessity when you’re on the bike and the humble water bottle is the best way to do that. We’ve tested a whole load and we’ve picked the best for all kinds of cycling, whether it’s road, gravel or mountain biking, all of them scoring four stars or over out of five in … Read more

5 cool things from Rapha, Redshift, Oxford, and Fox

This week’s 5 cool things sees in some mega warm looking kit from Fox, along with some budget friendly lock-on grips from Oxford. There’s also Rapha’s brand new kneepads and a shock-absorbing seat post. Get stuck in! The best money-no-object gravel and adventure bikes we’ve tested Buyer’s guide to mountain bike saddles – get the best … Read more

VHS Slapper Tape 2.0 review

VHS (Velocity Hucking Systems) are a small outfit from New Zealand that claims to hate noisy bikes. Their solution to this seemingly simple issue is the VHS Slapper Tape 2.0, a stick-on chainstay protector which absorbs chain slap, helping to keep your bike quiet and protected. Talking Tech: PNW’s Loam Pedals Everything you need to … Read more