The FIFTEEN II backpack is a large-capacity pack that’s built to carry everything you need for a full day’s riding. It’s big, simple and well thought-out, but there’s not much in the way of airflow to your back, and it doesn’t come with a bladder. Osprey Raven 10 hydration pack (2019) review CamelBak Solstice LR … Read more
Updated November 24, 2021If you’re after the top-performing gravel and adventure bikes you can currently buy, then look no further. We’ve ridden and reviewed a load of high-end gravel machines and rounded up the best so you can find the top-performing bikes, cost be damned. The best gravel and adventure bikes you can buy for … Read more
New for Yeti is the SB115. It builds upon the success of the SB100 by using an all-new linkage that bumps the travel up to 115mm which maintaining the bikes geometry. It’s designed for multi-day stage races with excellent pedalling efficiency but with extra downhill capability. The best mountain bikes for under £600 – our … Read more
A first for Transition, the brand has unveiled an all-new all-country bike dubbed the Spur. It gets 120mm of travel and a fancy, one-piece flexy chainstay. The Spur promises anti-gravity like climbing and the descending characteristics of a bigger bike. Best mountain bikes you can buy for under £2,000 Best MTB’s that you can get … Read more
The Merida Pump BASIC Floor pump lives up to its name perfectly. It’s a basic, wallet-friendly pump that’s ideal for those who are new to the sport or who don’t regularly ride. However, it’s pretty slow at shifting air and the build is worryingly flimsy – it’s unlikely to please an enthusiastic rider. Topeak Joe Blow … Read more
The Monkey Trail adds another 12km of singletrack trail onto Follow the Dog, so it’s ideal for those that want a bit more saddle time. It’s also more physical and technical than Follow the Dog, with a number of sections that have black-graded options on them.
This is the original mountain bike trail at Cannock Chase. While it’s not hugely long, there’s plenty of technical singletrack to hold your attention, with some classic sections of swooping, rocking and rolling trail, with highlights such as the ‘Son of Chainslapper’ and. ‘High Voltage’ sections being rider favourites.The surface is hardpacked, but the rocks … Read more
The Transition is Ride Concepts’ SPD shoe that’s aimed at gravity and downhill riding. There’s D3O impact-protection littered all around for tons of armour, but they’re a bit too bendy for serious pedalling and can get warm – plus they’re pretty spendy. Ride Concepts Women’s Traverse clipless shoes review Leatt DBX 4.0 Clipless shoe review … Read more
The Boardman Bikes 2021 ADV range has received an update, including new specs and colourways for both the women’s and the men’s bikes. There’s three bikes to choose from and all are under £1,000, making the brand a very competitive option for those looking to dip their toe in the gravel and adventure bike pool. Buyer’s guide to … Read more
The RaceFace Next R 35 carbon handlebar is a sleek, hardwearing 35mm diameter bar ready for some rough enduro riding. It’s light, comes in three rises and is well-tuned for damping down trail chatter, but it’s still pretty stiff – and it’s wide, too, with no scope for going below 750mm. eXotic Super Wide Full Carbon … Read more
