The Castelli Prosecco R women’s short sleeve base layer is a warm, luxuriously soft underlayer that’s great for chilly winter rides. The fit is a little odd though – it’s best for longer, taller riders – and its not the cheapest option out there. Morvelo Cols women’s short sleeve baselayer review Nukeproof Merino Long Sleeve Baselayer review Five tips … Read more
The Funkier Flow-MTB 3/4 Sleeve jersey is a comprehensive but well-vented summer jersey that deals really well with heat and sweat. The fit and sizing are great, and it’s still comfy when layered over in colder months, but those brilliant white panels don’t stay white once mud and washing have their way. 10 pieces of … Read more
Fear not, we aren’t going whole hog on Coronavirus scaremongering this week. Aside from some cancelled events, there is a host of other more interesting news too. A 16 year old wins a Crankworx whip off, there’s a new uber wide gravel bar in production and TranzX reveal a travel adjustable dropper for Salsa bikes. … Read more
The Bombtrack Beyond Junior is ripe for some family bikepacking, the 24″ wheeled adventure bike is purpose-built for little people and specced so they can keep up with mum, dad and the siblings. The latest Bombtrack video will inspire some summer trips for sure…. Bombtrack Beyond Jnr at the NEC Cycle Show Bombtrack Beyond+ 1 review … Read more
Sea Otter Classic becomes the latest cycling event to fall foul of the Coronavirus. As California entered a state of emergency yesterday, we received news overnight that the event will not go ahead this April, rather postponed to a date which is yet to be decided. Mountain Mayhem venue Marston Lodge tease 24hr race Coronavirus: … Read more
The Dakine Reserve Windbreaker is a windproof women’s pullover coat for chilly day emergencies. It washes well, the DWR shower-proofing is effective and it seals out cold winds whether you’re running hood up or down. It’s not especially breathable, however, so it’s a little warm and sweaty when you really start to pedal hard. Buyer’s … Read more
24-hour endurance bike race Mountain Mayhem has released news that the event is ‘cancelled due to coronavirus’. The 24-hour mountain bike race organiser cites being unable to take out insurance that will cover costs in the event of cancellation due to the coronavirus, making it the first major sporting event cancellation with this as the claimed reason … Read more
The Sector 9i carbon wheelset is light, stiff and yet comfy on rough trails, which it can handle at anything up to enduro race speeds. If you ride 27.5″ you’ll have to build your own from just the rim, however, as this tubeless-ready wheelset is 29″ only – and those looks won’t be for everyone. … Read more
Buying a pair of cold weather cycling trousers makes winter a lot more bearable, trust us on that one! We’ve reviewed both waterproof and insulated mountain bike pants, plus some that are great for gravel riding and racing too. Dig in to our ‘best of guide’ and find the rights ones for you. Five ways … Read more
