The Ride Concepts Hellion Clip BOA is a capable trail and enduro, descending focused shoe. The generous cleat channel and rearward bias positioning give excellent control whilst the stiff sole promotes good power transfer. They have proven to be tough albeit with some frayed edges and the BOA adds a tough of simplicity to their … Read more
Air-sprung and coil suspension pose very different characteristics, and choosing one over the other comes with its own pros and cons. However, Cane Creek’s Tigon aims to combine the benefits of both air and coil as it brings progression adjustment to the coil shock game. Although weighty, and it’s missing an external high-speed rebound adjustment, … Read more
[Photography by Alex Whitehead – SWpix]Something of a clash of the titans from both road and gravel racing was expected on the farm roads and trails of the Zuid Limburg region in the Netherlands this weekend, as the best racers from both dropped bar disciplines, and a fair few mountain bikers too, joined many age groupers … Read more
Back in 2022, PNW Components announced its entry into the pedal market with the Loam Pedals. Three years on, and the brand has given its Loam Pedals a well-deserved facelift, using feedback to deliver improvements. And improved, they are as they balance exceptional grip with shed loads of pedal feel. They look great, too, but … Read more
In this week’s Five Cool Things, we’ve got a proper mix of kit from a high-end shock pump from Silca, through to more of Pembree’s very latest componentry. There is also fresh rubber from a fledgling brand, Cast, an updated light from Exposure, and a newly designed bottom bracket from ceramic ball bearing aficionado, CeramicSpeed. … Read more
The leaves are starting to fall, and where there were barren, dusty ruts in the trails, there are now puddles to ride through and splashes of mud adorning our shins. And while I’ve had the luxury of opportunities to ride in some incredible places this year, like Riva del Garda in Italy, and Andalucia in … Read more
Formally known as Fezzari, Ari Bikes has brought updates to its known Shafer gravel bike. In a bid to bring ‘major performance upgrades’, the Shafer 3.0 offers big tyre clearance, all of the bikepacking essentials, and all-new downtube storage, while shaving grams off of the old bike. Gravel racing – what’s next for cycling’s fastest growing … Read more
Best known for its vast range of componentry and a growing flat pedal range, Wolf Tooth’s all-new clipless pedal range promises a fresh take on the classic SPD pedals. With three models on offer, each receives a unique Wolf Tooth spin, including a single-sided gravel race pedal. Let’s take a look… Clipless pedals: the pros and … Read more
Saddles are incredibly personal things, they’re not one size fits all, which can make the whole saddle purchasing journey a tricky endeavor. However, as it 3D prints every saddle especially for each customer’s anatomy, Posedla aims to make buying the perfect saddle simple. And that, it does as its Joyseat 3.0 Plus brings excellent comfort … Read more
The Race Face Aeffect R stem proves to be excellent value for money showing quality CNC’d goodness doesn’t have to be pricey. Its smooth and sleek looks with subtle matt finish will suit a wide range of styles whilst a wide range of length options cover most MTB disciplines. All in a lightweight package, it’s … Read more
