The Topeak Smartgauge D2X is a lightweight, compact pressure gauge with a 360-degree swivel head compatible with Presta and Schrader valves. It’s superbly accurate and easy to use while remaining small enough to throw in your bag or keep accessible in your home workshop. Everything you need to know about tubeless repair kits A buyer’s … Read more
With the brand new Veleno Mips, MET aims to offer one helmet for all kinds of riding, whether you like a gravel epic or a hardcore rip aboard a mega-traveled mountain bike. As such, it gets a handful of neat tricks to make it properly sorted for any kind of riding. The best mountain bike … Read more
Words and photos by Steve ThomasIf it’s not on Strava, it didn’t happen – right? It’s strange how times have changed and how so many cyclists out there find themselves self-incarcerated slaves to stats and devices, often without even realising or recognising it. Bikepacking along the West Kernow Way 1x Drivetrains – when less really … Read more
Ready to mix with the highest echelons of the sport is Canyon’s updated Lux and Exceed cross country bikes. For 2022, both bikes see in a range of component updates along with some racey new colourways. Trail essentials – all the kit you need to take on a mountain bike ride Your complete guide to … Read more
In recent years the appeal of bikepacking, adventure touring and cycling, in general, has boomed. The endless possibilities of exploration and discovery call out to wanderlust hearts. One brand helping intrepid explorers to satisfy their two-wheeled exploits is Bombtrack Bicycle Co. Discover the world of bikepacking with Komoot Check out VAUDE’s trail bikepacking bag range … Read more
Fasst Company’s Flexx handlebar does exactly what it says on the tin, and it does that incredibly well. It adds a level of comfort and smoothness that’s unattainable on any other mountain bike handlebar. Still, its clear and strong benefits come with a weight and a significant financial penalty. The best mountain bike handlebars you … Read more
Grepp Gripper Handle Bar Tape is a thin woven style tape made from beech trees with absolutely no harmful chemicals used in its production. It’s removable, reusable, and washable at 40degrees, but it is thin and gives a very direct feel to the bars, which is not to all tastes. Spank Flare bar tape, gel … Read more
The Kloke is a lightweight bivvy bag for ultralight bikepacking or camping adventures. It provides good protection from the rain and packs down very small. While the internal space is reasonable, the location of the zip might not suit everyone. 2021 Alpkit Aeronaut 1 tent review Alpkit Soloist Backpacking Tent review Discover the world of … Read more
Fridays are always the best day of the week. It’s the one day before a weekend but more importantly, it’s 5 cool things day. In for tested at Off-road HQ is Altura’s new off-road range of clothing, new clogs from Ride Concepts, and prepping our testers for the winter, we’ve got a mudguard and light … Read more
20 women hailing from seven different countries will set off from Turin to begin a 700km epic bikepacking challenge along the famous Torino Nice Rally cycling route. This is the first-ever bikepacking challenge set exclusively for women in Europe and it’s said that it could well be the first time that a female collective has … Read more
