The Deore XT 2020 groupset is a confident update to an already great product. With its huge range and 12-speed gearing, it’s shifting is market-leading, yet it sits at a reasonable price for the level of performance and weight. In short, it’s one of the best examples of mountain bike drivetrains. SRAM’s SX Eagle budget … Read more
The Alpkit Soloist backpacking tent is a good value, reasonably lightweight tent with several features that make it a good option for bikepacking. It offers more shelter than a bivvy bag, but might not be big enough for taller riders. Your complete guide to bikepacking – what kit you need, how to plan and prepare … Read more
The Journeyman 24 promises to bring mixed surface riding with a capable spec to kids who want to join their families on their off-road adventures. How to buy the best mountain bike for your child – whatever their age Buyer’s guide to kid’s mountain bike helmets: how to choose the best lid for your child … Read more
After the release of the Cub Scout, a kid’s specific version of the Scout hardtail, Nukeproof has launched a range of kids specific components to bling out your little ones ride. This move has come from a clear growth in demand from the next generation of MTB shredders. How to buy the best mountain bike … Read more
New in this week is a fresh bike from Specialized, 2021 gear from Leatt and some lightweight women’s backpacks from Osprey. We’ve already taken a first look at the new Stumpjumper trail bike and are now looking forward to getting out and about on it, review coming soon…… Best trail and enduro clipess shoes you can buy … Read more
The FUNN Equalizer stem is a short, flippable stem that’s built to last. It looks great and the flip feature is a nice touch, but it’s pretty fiddly to install. Cromag BZA 35 stem Race Face Aeffect R stem The best stems you can buy for your mountain bike 2020 – tried and tested The … Read more
Following from the success of the Highline 3 and 7, Crankbrothers has released the Highline XC/Gravel. As its name suggests, it comes in a new 27.2 diameter and shorter travel options. Crankbrothers has also released a new remote built especially for drop bars. How to prepare for your first gravel race – kit, bike setup and training … Read more
Today Hayes has announced the release of the Dominion T2 brake set. It comes built with some fancy materials to create the lightest Dominion yet without compromising on feel. It also has a bunch of neat tricks to make maintenance that bit easier. The best four-piston disc brakes you can buy for all-mountain, enduro and … Read more
At 21.25 litres, the Merida Travel Saddlebag is one of the bigger packs out there. It can hold up to 5kg of gear, but it’s pretty unstable on rough ground and hard climbs even with less than that stuffed in. The claimed 100 percent waterproofing can also be defeated by heavy rain. Polaris Ventura Seat … Read more
The Canyon Grand Canyon:ON AL 9.0 pairs a smooth Shimano E8000 drive unit with a sleek looking aluminium hardtail frame that integrates the 504Wh battery into the downtube. Thanks to fat 2.6″ tyres, it’s a smoother and more capable ride than you’d expect, offering decent off-road performance without the extra expense of full suspension. Big Read: Racing … Read more
