There’s nothing worse than smacking cranks against rocks and damaging the ends, especially if they are carbon. Zefal’s solution is these soft thermoplastic end caps. Whilst they work, they are a little disposable and in some cases increase the chances of strikes. How to buy the best mountain bike for your child – whatever their age Your … Read more
We’ve given ‘5 cool things’ a bit of a break recently but now we are back and better than ever with a whole host of new bits of kit on test. This week there are tools and a strap on accessory from Fix Mfg, a new FUNN dropper post and handy tools from Granite Design, … Read more
It’s much longer, slacker and designed around a coil sprung shock, but somewhat surprisingly, Yeti’s new, all-carbon SB165 enduro race machine sticks with 650b wheels rather than the big hoops in a search for Enduro World Series glory. Best mountain bikes for under £3,000 – capable trail bikes that won’t break the bank Is it worth converting … Read more
If you fancy seeing a whole load of shiny new bikes, bits and even the chance to bag a bargain, then the NEC Cycle Show on the 13-15th September will offer all that and loads more. We’ve teamed up with them to offer you lucky lot 10% off the cost of a ticket, for a limited time … Read more
The Tioga Undercover Hers is the women’s version in the brand’s range of men’s ladies ‘Undercover’ mountain bike saddles. Like the other saddles, this female version uses a carbonite SpyderWeb base structure wrapped in a sleek package. If you don’t mind a wide saddle then the Undercovers Hers is a flexible yet supportive saddle with no unnecessary bulk. … Read more
If you’re after a burly, super wide aluminium handlebar then Spank’s Spike 35 Vibrocore does just that at a good weight and price but with the added benefit of a noticeable reduction in hand fatigue on rough ground thanks to clever technology inside it. Best mountain bikes for under £3,000 – capable trail bikes that won’t … Read more
Back in May 2019 Mondraker launched the new Foxy 29 Carbon, now there is a super enduro bike on the scene with the SuperFoxy revealed as part of the 2020 lineup. With longer travel, new redesigned Zero Suspension kinematics, a carbon link and room for a 170mm fork the SuperFoxy is ready to race, and race … Read more
Down at The Bike Place Show 2019 there were plenty of bits of new kit and gear that grabbed our attention. There were a number of surprises that really impressed us from the likes of Smith, Burgtec, ION, Dakine and Cyclorise to name a few – dig in! Buyer’s guide to hydration packs for mountain biking Buyer’s guide … Read more
Markus Stitz and Charlie Hobbs team up to bring a new gravel bikepacking event to Dunoon on Scotland’s Adventure Coast in September. The Dunoon Dirt Dash is a 2 day, one night reliability trail, supported by Dunoon Presents and Wild About Argyll. Bikepacking basics: bike repair and first-aid kit 13 of the best ways to attach … Read more
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