The EVOC Hip Pack 3L is a small bag designed for short rides. It has enough space for the absolute essentials and, while it’s comfortable and has a couple of neat tricks up its sleeve, it really is only suited to quick blasts. Polaris Bikewear Aquanought waterproof hydration pack review Osprey Savu 4L waist bag … Read more
Back in February Nukeproof launched the Cub Scout range which gets its first-ever update today. 2021 see’s a revised spec list, improved geometry, and better kit. Nukeproof has also hinted on a new line of kids specific components. Buyer’s guide to kid’s mountain bikes – get the best MTB for your child Buyer’s guide to … Read more
The MT500 Full Face Helmet from Endura is very light and fits well, and offers excellent levels of protection. It can get hot when you’re riding fast and hard, though, and it’s not the plushest of lids to spend time in. IXS Trigger FF helmet review Troy Lee Designs Stage helmet review Buyer’s guide to … Read more
Thought the tyre lever couldn’t be re-designed? Muc-Off have a new and updated lever in the form of their Rim Stix in 5 cool things this week. We also have a new gravel bike in from Merlin, men’s gear from 100%, plus two sets of winter gloves from the same brand. Lastly, Race Face sent … Read more
The Alpinestars Drop 6.0 gloves are designed especially for enduro riders. They’re light, slim and comfortable, though there’s no soft wipe – and they’re not deep enough between forefinger and thumb to fit every size of hand. SixSixOne Evo II Glove review Gore M Gore Windstopper gloves review The best winter mountain bike gloves you can … Read more
Updated March 23, 2021Frame bags are a super useful piece of kit, not just for bike packing trips they are also a great way of carrying tools, food and other ride essentials on gravel, road and mountain bikes. Here are the best ones we’ve tested that you can buy in 2021 Best bike packing seat … Read more
After the success of Scott’s flagship enduro bike, the Ransom, the brand wanted to create a bike that’s even more fun and more versatile than its predecessor. As a result, the brand introduces the Ransom eRIDE, a 180mm enduro e-bike. The best e-gravel bikes you can buy Best mountain bikes for under £3,000 – capable … Read more
The 100% Altec is a supremely comfortable trail helmet that offers good coverage and very impressive ventilation. It’s got some great touches that make it work really well if you go full enduro with goggles and the MIPS-alike Smartshock system promises extra rotational injury protection too. Buyer’s guide to mountain bike helmets: get the best bike … Read more
The Pinner Pro ATC is a fast-rolling tyre for dry, hardpack and rocky terrain, with reassuring steering and a sturdy carcass. It lacks bite in pretty much any sort of wet or loose conditions, though, so it’s very much for dry, rocky days only. Kenda Pinner Pro AGC 29 x 2.4 tyre review Maxxis Minion … Read more
New from Specialized are two new casings and a new compound for the well-received Butcher and Eliminator. The new tyres promise excellent traction and a more durable tyre, offering consistent grip over a longer period than before. The best (and worst) mountain bike upgrades under £100 Best trail and enduro mountain bike tyres you can buy – … Read more
