What does a top-level downhill racer do when they need a bit of cross-training? If you’re Intense Racing UK rider and 2017 Junior Downhill world number 2 Joe Breeden, you create a gravel bike with a very definite mountain biker’s edge to it. We took a closer look… The best gravel and adventure bikes you … Read more
Shimano’s tough Saint flat pedals feature a broad platform that maximises ground clearance and also run on some smooth, serviceable and quality bearings that promise a long lifespan. If you switch to the longer pins from out of the box, then there’s also plenty of grip, though they’re expensive and rather heavy compared to rivals. Buyer’s … Read more
It was only a matter of time before the first electric mountain bike race series would be announced – and that’s now happened, with the launch of the WES World e-Bike Series in Monaco. Starting in 2019, it aims to have the world’s best riders compete in both enduro and cross-country disciplines with at least four … Read more
Last week was all about the Cycle Show, whilst we were away a load of new kit landed at off-road.cc including wheels from Crankbrothers, a saddle from Tioga, tyres from Donnelly, Gusset grips and a nifty way to attach kit to your bike from Problem Solvers. New bikes seen at the 2018 NEC Cycle Show First Look – … Read more
After meeting the guys at the guiding company H+I Adventures we were intrigued by their recent trip to Morocco with Diamondback pro rider, Eric Porter. They sent us over photos and video from what looks like a truly epic trip in the Atlas mountain range, full of stunning landscapes in an incredible country. Read the story … Read more
The Giro women’s Arc shorts are a simple and unfussy pair of shorts that are ideal for summer trail riding, however, the fit wasn’t perfect and they come up a tad short in the leg to be worn with knee pads. Review – Giro Roust women’s jersey review Review – Giro Switchblade MIPS MTB helmet … Read more
Crankbrothers have just released three brand new wheelsets, they are all made from carbon and all have a lifetime warranty. Designed by people who have their roots in composite wheel design, the Synthesis wheels for downhill, enduro and cross-country are ‘tuned’ to ensure the right amount of stiffness versus compliance for mountain bikes. Review – Crankbrothers Mallet DH … Read more
Cotic has just launched a new hardtail bike, the SodaMAX, its titanium, its a 29er, its drop dead gorgeous and there will only be 20 made in 2018, feast your eyes….. First Look – 2018 Cotic Rocket The best waterproof mountain bike shorts you can buy Cotic Soda MAX 1 (Image Credit: Cotic) Cotic say:From 2005 to 2011 … Read more
Swedish suspension wizard Öhlins has updated its mountain bike suspension efforts with a new TTX Air rear shock and RXF 36 Trail fork, both of which promise improved sensitivity thanks to a range of friction reducing measures, amongst other things. Öhlins recalls RXF 36 29/27.5 Air forks and all RXF 34 forks Your complete guide to … Read more
