If you’ve been itching to get back between the race tapes but just missed out on sell-out events such as Gritfest, then worry not because there’s a new challenge on the horizon; the Restrap Solstice Century. How to prepare for your first gravel race – kit, bike setup and training Opinion: We need to be … Read more
The Canyon Grail:ON CF 8.0 combines a top-performing Bosch Performance CX motor with a large 500Wh battery that gives huge range potential. Wide tyres and the S15 VCLS seatpost aid comfort, but the double-decker bar will likely divide opinions and impacts fit options. Buyer’s guide: electric mountain bikes – all you need to know about … Read more
The Highland Trail 550 is an incredibly challenging 550 mile, self-navigated, self-supported mass start independent time trial that takes place annually within the Scottish Highlands. We get up close and personal with 2021 winner Liam Glen. Komoot reveals the European Divide Trail How to go bikepacking a beginners guide to getting started First Ride: 2021 Salsa Cutthroat … Read more
It’s that time again where we flaunt the five coolest things that we’ve had come into the office this week. Here we’ve got some downhill ready wheels along with a host of accessories. Oh, and because we missed one out last week, here are six cool things that have come in for ripe for review. The best … Read more
The MTR 8.9 is Boardman’s trail-ready full suspension rig aimed towards aggressive riding. While the geometry isn’t pushing boundaries and its build isn’t mega blingy, Boardman has hit the nail on the head – it balances a stellar ride with wisely-picked kit. The fork is a point of contention, however. 2021 Vitus Escarpe 29 CR … Read more
After a year off due to restrictions, mountain biking’s toughest downhill race is returning to the Dyfi Valley for its seventh edition. Although, the event will not be open to spectators. The world’s toughest mountain bike and gravel events; from the hard to the ridiculous 10 worst bits of mountain bike riding advice I’ve been … Read more
After being introduced back in 2008 Scott’s Spark has now reached its fourth generation and this time around, it’s seen an impressive host of changes. Most notably, the new bike uses the brand’s Integrated Suspension Technology, hiding the shock within the frame. The bike also gets a new suspension kinematic, an updated geometry, and new … Read more
The Loam Post is PNW’s mid-range dropper post that offers an impressive array of features for its price. It’s reliable, short enough to fit in most bikes, and its accompanying lever is an absolute pleasure to use. Although, it doesn’t come with the lever in the pack, which might make competing posts more appealing, and the adjustable … Read more
The new Spinergy GX MAX Wheels are light, tough aluminium wheels that play nicely with wide tyres and are super easy to set up tubeless. The fat PBO spokes still stand out but less evident in this tasteful colourway. They’re good looking, tubeless-friendly, hard-hitting, gravel adventure wheels that, as a bonus, could also work on … Read more
The Fizik Gravita Versor Clip mountain bike shoe is a comfy trail shoe with a quirky look. Good for pedalling in and relatively light, too, these are a pair of trail shoes that are sure to tick a lot of boxes for most riders. The upper isn’t the most protective, and they are pricey, though. … Read more
