Muc-Off have just launched a new ‘technical equipment’ brand named Lab.94. Technical equipment, in this case, means a new hydration pack for both trail riding and commuting, plus modular components for the backpack to adapt its use. Buyer’s guide to mountain bike saddles – get the best saddle for your MTB The best trail and … Read more
Topeak’s Hexus X updates an already award-winning format to store more tools and secure twin tyre levers. Its extended range – in a reasonably small and light package – makes the Hexus X extremely versatile and, at £23, it’s seriously good value. Nine cheapskate alternatives to proper cycling products 11 tools every home bike mechanic should … Read more
We all know Evil for their fun loving, playful attitude and their low slung full suspension mountain bikes. The brand’s new gravel bike gets the exact same treatment but in the form of a super stealthy gravel rig, pushing the usual gravel bike conventions. They’ve named it the Chamois Hagar which we think is a Jewish name … Read more
This week we’ve got a brand new gravel bike in for test and the perfect route on which to take it. Shand have sent in their new Stooshie and a new book of the Great North Trail has also been dropped in from Cycling UK, time to plan a (Spring) adventure! There’s also new pedals from UK … Read more
While some perverse individuals seemingly revel in getting facefuls of filth all winter, most now recognise the benefits of a guard – and you’ll struggle to top the Front Race Mudhugger. It does a superb job of keeping spray, mud and grit down, it’s built to last, looks sleek and – at £25 – it’s … Read more
Shand’s new Stooshie offers all the versatility of their Stoater gravel bike, but in a lighter and more speed-focused package. The bike is fabricated in Scotland from a mix of high-end steel tubing and this derailleur-only frameset forgoes the switchable dropouts of the regular bike for a more affordable price tag. The best money-no-object gravel and … Read more
The competition is now closed and we have the winners – all 15 of them!1st Graham Hughes 2nd Andrew Turner 3rd Will Hymer 4th Edward Hill 5th Steven Smith 6th Julian Eyles 7th Nick Field 8th Stephen Youngman 9th John Jenkins 10th Mark Rugg 11th Alice Newitt 12th Andrew Turner 13th Michael Wilton 14th Michael Dagless 15th Christian … Read more
Deft Family’s Catalyst Divide glove is a lightweight trail glove with an excellent fit, thanks to perfect panelling that runs to all the right places. It’s not one for cold weather, but perfect for short trail sessions, warm days or faster riding. 10 pieces of essential mountain bike clothing for beginners Cube Performance women’s long-finger … Read more
The Trail Women’s Long-Sleeve Jersey is one of the first all-mountain tops from ASSOS, a predominantly road and cross-country brand. Although it’s as impressively lightweight as claimed, the poor fit, odd choice of material and high price make it hard to recommend. The best mountain bike jerseys for women – ladies kit that has been … Read more
A collection of the last weeks cycling news, straight from our Instagram feed. Here’s all the stuff that you need to know that hasn’t made its way onto our homepage but is still well worth knowing/watching/seeing! Enjoy a quick catchup…. Your complete guide to Shimano mountain bike drivetrains – Tourney, Altus, Acera, Alivio, Deore, SLX, … Read more
