While it’s easy to lust after a new bike or eye up big-ticket items such as a new fork or wheels, it’s possible to radically improve your ride with some well-chosen upgrades, even on a tight budget. We’ve singled out some key upgrades that’ll give you change from £100 – and we’ve named the bits that … Read more
The humble base layer is one of the most important bits of cold weather kit you can have. It’s at the very heart of your layering system and vital to keeping warm and comfortable without getting sweaty or overheating. However, there’s one big question – is a synthetic fabric or a natural merino wool base layer … Read more
The Isoler Mesh Men’s Long Sleeve Baselayer from Madison is a great garment that’s half the price of the brand’s own merino baselayer. It does an excellent job of keeping you warm during the colder months, and the mesh construction stops it from overheating. Just be sure to size up, as the fit is a … Read more
There’s no feeling like the disappointment you get when your bike has fallen apart 15km away from the car and you’ve just realised that you’ve forgotten to pack an innertube or a pump… or a chain tool. We’ve all been there, so let’s stop that from happening and read on to find out what you should … Read more
The Dexshell Ultralite Gloves offer low weight and bulk coupled with waterproofing and windproofing, plus a touchscreen-compatible weave. It’s a comfy glove for bad weather and excellent for trail riding and gravel, but mutes bar feel at times. The best winter mountain bike gloves you can buy – tried and tested Alpinestars Techstar gloves review … Read more
Specialized launch a new 2FO DH shoe, not long after the release of the Roost trail shoe. The new downhill focused clip and flat shoes get the updated third generation Slip Not sole and, they say, a platform for ultimate foot security. Specialized 2FO Roost Clip Mountain Bike Shoes review 2021 Specialized Stumpjumper Expert review Best trail and enduro clipess … Read more
Hot off the heels of the release of the new Capra AL, YT Industries has pulled back the curtains on the 2021 Jeffsy models and has also announced a big change to the existing product categorization, introducing the Core and Uncaged ranges. Read on for all of the details. Ten top tips for Alpine riding … Read more
The Miss Grape Internode 40.6 is a high-quality frame bag that has a large, useable space with easy access, some adjustment in how it can be secured to the frame, and strong, durable fabrics. It isn’t quite perfect though, with a few small niggles. Ortlieb Frame-Pack Toptube review LifeLine Adventure Frame Bag review Restrap Race … Read more
A long time coming for some, but YT Industries has given the much loved enduro bike, the Capra, the alloy treatment. Coming in two new models the Capra AL will be available with both 650b and 29″ wheel size options, and the move to alloy frames brings the Capra to an even friendlier price point. Five things … Read more
The Garmin vivoactive 4 is a step-tracking GPS smartwatch that’s both functional and fashionable. Comfy to wear and offering a range of features, it’s a useful daily fitness tracker – but for dedicated on-bike use in Cycling mode, the battery life may disappoint. Your complete guide to the 2021 Trek mountain bike range Bikepacking kit on … Read more
