Shimano’s XC lineup gets new Ultread compound

After seeing the likes of Tom Pidcock top the Olympic podium and cross country gaining some serious traction in the eyes of the public Shimano has released a new range of cross country shoes with the aims of giving top riders all of the features they need. Best gravel shoes you can buy – tried … Read more

Ride Concepts Powerline shoe review

Designed specifically for hard-chargers who are looking for day-long comfort, the Ride Concepts Powerline shoes marry protection with grip in a super comfortable package. Although performance is top-notch, you’ll have to pay for it. The best mountain bike flat pedals ridden and tested Crankbrothers Stamp Lace shoe review Buyer’s guide to mountain bike pedals – what’s best, … Read more

Giant launches the all-new Trance X

Is it a downhill bike or an enduro bike? Well, it’s neither just as much as it is both, according to Giant. The all-new Trance X full-suspension mountain bike is a fast-rolling all-mountain machine capable of conquering the best British trails. Your complete guide to Giant’s 2022 e-MTB range Everything you need to know about … Read more

11 things to put in the ends of your handlebar

Riding without a pack is becoming more and more popular while finding sneaky ways to store kit on a bike can be massively useful for any bikepackers out there where storage comes at a premium. The carrying capacity of your handlebar is very easily overlooked and if you were to take full advantage of it, … Read more

5 cool things from Specialized, Sendhit, 7Mesh, MET, and Endura

It’s that time of the week again where we gear up for the weekend by showing off the cool kit that’s come into the office before being sent out for testing. This week, we’ve got Specialized’s new full face helmet, Endura’s fresh gravel kit, and the first ever mountain bike-specific first aid kit from Sendhit. … Read more

Combat the stink with Muc-Off’s new Anti-Odour Spray

Here’s something that your partners and housemates can get excited about, it’s the new Muc-Off Anti-Odour Spray. Designed to eliminate bacterial odours that can build up over time, this new spray aims to refresh your kit while prolonging its life too. What’s the best way to clean disc brakes? Check out Muc-Off’s bike-specific pressure washer … Read more

Bikepacking – Exploring the Roads Less Cycled Book Review

Bikepacking – Exploring the Roads Less Cycled is a carefully designed and produced coffee-table type book, which has a strong chance of inspiring bikepacking adventures – for either a novice or a seasoned adventure rider. It’s a mix of practical advice, stories, photography and accompanying routes, with hand-drawn maps creating a mix of helpful information … Read more

Range overview: Altura AW21 trail collection

As we transition into the colder months of the year, it’s a great time to assess your winter riding kit. As you rummage around in the back of the wardrobe to uncover last year’s garb, you may find that you’re in dire need of a few upgrades. Fortunately for us, Altura’s latest off-road trail collection … Read more