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Leatt MTB 3.0 AllMtn V21 helmet review
The Leatt MTB 3.0 AllMtn V21 helmet is a trail and enduro lid that combines an interesting rotational impact system with unique styling and great airflow. The smallest size is still quite big, though, and it sits low on your head. It’s also neither the lightest or cheapest for this kind of lid. The best mountain … Read more
2021 Fox Factory Series 36 Float 27.5 160 GRIP2 fork review
Fox’s radical makeover of the 36 for 2021 has resulted in a long-travel trail fork that’s more supple and sensitive which a more usable range of travel and damping. It delivers uncannily good control and support, no matter how hard you push it. In pure performance terms, it’s the fork to beat in the 150-160mm category – assuming you can … Read more
Juice Lubes Dirt Juice bike cleaner review
Juice Lubes’ Dirt Juice is an effective cleaner at a good price, foams up easily and is biodegradable. It also won’t harm any seals (don’t spray them in the face though, they get grumpy) and won’t contaminate your brake pads either. The spray head could deliver more coverage, though. Progold Foaming Citrus Degreaser review Peaty’s … Read more
Fizik launch updated Terra Argo, a new gravel specific saddle
Originally as a short-nosed saddle for road racing and endurance riding, Fizik has adapted the Argo range for off-road riding. The new gravel specific saddle, the Terra Argo, gets a raised rear, a dropped nose and wide centre cut out. The 11 gravel-specific products you never knew you needed Opinion: We need to be more specific about … Read more
Birzman Roar 25g Set CO2 inflator review
The Birzman Roar 25g Set is a very nicely made CO2 inflator that sets itself apart with one small but handy difference. It’s well priced and easy to use, too, though its tiny size means leverage is low for piercing canisters, and the action can get a little stiff if things do go wrong. Fumpa … Read more
5 cool things from Garmin, Scott and Ruzer
‘Cool things’ get techy this week with the inclusion of two Garmin GPS devices in the list. There’s a also a nice loking Scott trail lid and a new tool built to make plugging tubless punctures easier. Dig in…. Buyer’s Guide to Winter Kit Your complete guide to SRAM MTB drivetrains, from AXS and XX1 Eagle … Read more
dhb Trail Equinox MTB Glove review
The DHB Trail Equinox MTB gloves give a great bar feel through their reinforced palms, offer useful windproofing, and generally do a great job for an impressive price. They could use a better sweat wipe, but for the price and performance, it’s hard to complain. The best winter mountain bike gloves you can buy – … Read more
Your complete guide to the 2021 Giant Bicycles e-bike range
Building upon a rich history in mountain and road biking, Giant Bicycles hasn’t shied away from delving into the world of e-bikes. Almost as vast as the rest of the brands offerings, the e-bike range covers everything from hard-hitting enduro rigs right up to purpose-built gravel e-bikes. Here’s everything you need to know about Giant … Read more