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From doing the shopping to super tough races, the best cross-country mountain bikers ride e-bikes too: Alan Hatherly and Nino Schurter on XC eMTB racing and riding

[Nino Schurter images from ScottSRAM]Electric bikes, and especially racing them off-road, are a tender subject within mountain biking, and one that can blow a few fuses and short-circuit folks on both sides of the “electric bike fence”. How much does an e-bike cost to maintain long-term? “There will always be haters in life, though I … Read more

Deviate’s Claymore, Highlander and Kurgan mountain bikes now available as full builds, with prices starting at £5,000

Best known for championing and modernising the high-pivot suspension layout, Deviate has established itself with a neat range of mountain bikes, having introduced its first e-MTB, the Kugan, earlier in the year. Before now, the brand specialised in customisable builds that centred around frame-only sales, but the next evolution of Deviate introduces a range of full builds. … Read more

Is this what all modern SPD pedals should look like? Wolf Tooth Components’ CTRL pedals, e*thirteen’s Sidekick hub, fresh kicks from Fox, Lauf’s third gen leaf-sprung fork and DMR’s Gridlock grips

This week, we’ve got a host of cool things from Wolf Tooth with a new set of pedals that may set a new standard for SPD, DMR’s latest grips, and fresh kicks from Fox Racing. On top of all that, we’re going to take a good look at e*thirteen’s answer to pedal kickback and Lauf’s … Read more

Troy Lee Designs Sprint Ultra riding trousers review

For 2025, the Troy Lee Designs Sprint Ultra trousers have seen some updates, the most important being the introduction of pockets. With a high quality construction, fancy materials and a well-cut, true to size shape they’re a high performing pair of trousers. Unfortunately however, the price is hard to justify though when there are many … Read more

Kenda Crusher K-Series tyre review

Kenda’s Crusher is billed as the brand’s fastest gravel tyre, designed with a tightly packed, low-profile tread that promises smooth rolling and efficient speed. Easy to mount and trouble-free once fitted, it makes a strong first impression as a performance-focused option. However, it has shown some deformation. Schwalbe G-One Overland Super Ground tyre review Maxxis … Read more

Hunt 25 Carbon Gravel X-Wide Wheelset review

Had this wheelset been released a few years ago, it might have been classed as a lightweight cross-country wheelset. Today, with the lines between categories shifting, the Hunt 25 Carbon Gravel X-Wide is designed squarely for drop-bar riders who like to push into more adventurous terrain. Its well-judged specification gives it an impressive balance of … Read more

Wheeltop EDS OX2.0 Wireless Electronic Shifter and Derailleur review

Wheeltop is looking to shake up the electronic shifting market by undercutting the big brands with a system that promises near-universal compatibility, no matter how many gears you’re running. It’s an ambitious approach with a few clever features, but in practice, it struggles to match the performance and refinement of the established players. SRAM GX … Read more