In light of the Coronavirus outbreak, many bike industry brands are switching production from their normal products to the manufacture of components for ventilators, making of face masks or the production of hand sanitiser gel. Here are the companies doing their bit to help in the crisis…. Bike shops allowed to stay open following UK lockdown How … Read more
Morvelo’s Overland Dual Baselayer-Jersey fits like a jersey, features all the pockets you’d expect (and more), but is built from sweat-wicking baselayer fabric. It’s comfy and works extremely well – both alone on hot days, and beneath other layers when the temperatures fall. It’s tight, though, so watch the sizing. What’s best for cycling, synthetic … Read more
Forestal has launched the first bike in its lineup and it’s a 29″ wheeled, long travel enduro e-bike. It features an all new suspension design, a super lightweight proprietary drive system, and a fully integrated touch screen display. Forestal aims to bring unmatched agility and versatility to the e-bike world. If you like your bikes filled with cool … Read more
Things may be changing rapidly in the world right now and whilst we are allowed out for one exercise type per day (never thought I’d ever write that!) us folk at off-road.cc are still able to test some gear. We stocked up on review kit before the pandemic really hit us hard so there’s plenty … Read more
Julbo’s Quickshift MTB goggles have a great lens and comfortable, secure fit, with quick-release magnetic segments on the underside allow you to massively increase airflow when needed. The downside is that they really need to be attached to the frame in some manner, as they’re easy to lose as it stands. Big Read: Big mountain pairs racing with … Read more
The Giro Ambient jacket is impressively waterproof for a softshell. This women’s coat is windproof and well up for some rough and tumble on the mountain bike, though it has an oddly-shaped hood, it’s not that breathable and its looks are a little boring. The best waterproof mountain bike jackets Alpkit Morphosis Women’s Hybrid Insulated … Read more
Updated February 15, 2021If you’re after the widest possible drop handlebars for your gravel bike then read on, as we’ve rounded up the broadest and biggest options on sale today. Whether you’re after maximising leverage for extra control in the dirt, have shoulders so broad your find standard bars cramped, need extra space for bikepacking … Read more
Leatt’s Velocity 6.5 mountain bike goggles offer an optically excellent lens plus superb comfort and security, but they’re fairly heavy, which means they need cranking down to prevent movement with an open face helmet, though they’re great with a full facer. They’re not badly priced considering the quality and features either. Five sneaky bike marketing terms you … Read more
The Bontrager Air Support HV Pro is a lightweight mini pump that’s small enough to stash in a pocket, but capable enough to inflate large-volume tyres with ease. The design and build are impressive, and it does almost everything you need – the only thing holding it back is the lack of a pressure gauge. … Read more
