The ION Scrub Amp Bikeshorts are a surf inspired but trail ready, tough pair of shorts for any trail adventure. Reaching over the knees and with a good deal of stretch, these are the ultimate women’s short, but that performance does come at a lofty price. Review – ION Scrub Amp Women’s Jersey The best … Read more
If you fancy doing a multi-day enduro race in the French Alps but you want the moral support of racing with a mate, the sky2trail pairs enduro could be right up your street. Taking place from the 30th June to the 2nd July in Les Arcs, it promises racing on technical singletrack and over 12,000m … Read more
A couple of weeks ago we brought you news that Scott XC pro Nino Schurter had been spotted out and about riding with what looked like a version of SRAM’s electronic shifting eTap type system for mountain bikes. Well, he’s been at it again, with our eagle-eyed tech writer finding more clues over on the ‘gram. … Read more
The compact 878 clipless pedal from pedal specialists HT is a good option for gravel enthusiasts and cross-country mountain bikers, with low weight, easy functionality and decent durability its best hallmarks. The best clipless mountain bike pedals – the top models reviewed and rated Review: HT T1 clipless pedals – lightweight and positive trail pedals … Read more
The Marin Rift Zone is a dark horse with an unassuming character, it’s a trail slayer with new geometry for 2018 that has moved this bike firmly into trail bike territory. At a humble price the 120mm bike will turn frowns upside down without the need to rob a bank. Review – Specialized Rhyme Comp … Read more
Passport Cycles produce a full range of bike packing bags at budget prices. The medium frame bag is a good looking workhorse that will be a decent adventure companion if not the most refined one. Buyer’s guide to mountain bike helmets – everything you need to know How to go bikepacking: a beginner’s guide to getting started … Read more
While we do our best to focus on the more affordable end of the mountain bike spectrum, it’s always good to sample something a little more rarified. This is the new Mondraker Foxy Carbon RR SL and it’s the range-topping, do-it-all trail full susser in the Spanish brand’s line up – all £7699 of it. … Read more
Rocky Mountain has sneakily announced the arrival of a new gravel bike called the Solo. With no fanfare and very little information, we’ve gleaned some details on the new adventure steed from the Canadian website. Five mountain bike myths that just aren’t true First Look – Pipedream A.L.I.C.E The new Solo is an alloy framed bike … Read more
The Pipedream A.L.I.C.E (All-Purpose Lightweight Individual Carrying Equipment) is an adventure or gravel bike designed for self-supported big days out. We’ve just taken delivery of a frame and fork for review from the makers of that rather radical mountain bike hardtail, the Moxie, for rather different but no less hardcore forays. Five mountain bike myths that just aren’t … Read more
