The enduro race season is almost upon us and we reckon the guys over at the Welsh Gravity Enduro Series have the best race format if you are thinking of giving racing a go for the first time. Entries are now open for the 2018 series of five races, we’re in, are you? Buyer’s Guide … Read more
The Giro Manta R women’s trail shoes are a cross-country style of shoe with a stiff sole that also provides good walking grip. But a shallow fit and unwanted pressure on the top of the foot lets down what could be a great all-round shoe. Review – Scott MTB AR Boa Lady shoes Review – Specialized … Read more
The Highland Trail 550 is a race, 60 riders gunning along, beneath and above the beautiful landscape of the Scottish Highlands. Its 550 miles of completely self-supported riding, there’s no entry fee, no prize money but it’s definitely a race. Bombtrack rider, Joachim Rosenlund tell us about the pain, the friendship, the fellowship and conquering the Highland Trail … Read more
The holy grail of trail pad design is successfully combining all-day comfort with worthwhile protection, and POC’s Joint VPD System unisex elbow pads have a pretty good stab at it – but you certainly have to cough up for the privilege. Review – POC Joint VPD System Knee Pads Review – Altura 540 waterproof jacket … Read more
Last week we were marvelling at some of the Marin riders gravel bike skills and publishing a review on one of the best looking bikes we’ve seen to date. Whilst all that is happening new kit from The Mudhugger, Shimano, Vaude and One-Up Components has been dropping through the door. Review – Rondo RUUT AL Review – Altura Five/40 … Read more
Hope’s replacement Press-Fit bottom bracket is an excellent upgrade that outlasts and outperforms standard push-in units, but it’s expensive and requires a specialist tool for fitting and removal. It’s a price worth paying if you’re beset by a squeaky standard bottom bracket, however. Dear bike industry, I am sorry for whatever we did to deserve Press … Read more
Of all the bikes that cross the threshold into the off.road.cc office, it’s fair to say that this Canyon Offspring AL 16 kid’s bike has had more interest than most, despite the fact that all of us are too big to ride it. Review: Islabike Beinn 20 Pro Series – a performance mountain bike for little … Read more
Altura’s flagship waterproof jacket, the Five/40, oozes quality and performs well but a few ergonomic woes and a leaky zip mean you’ll have to love its cool aesthetics to part with your hard-earned. 6 cool things…. – new kit to hit the office The best mountain bike waterproof shorts Altura’s range of mountain bike specific clothing … Read more
KASK’s Rex helmet is a well-ventilated, high coverage lid for trail and enduro riders, but it’s expensive considering it’s up against well-proven and MIPS-equipped rivals. That said, it does impress with good comfort, some tidy features and quality construction. Buyer’s guide to mountain bike helmets: what sort of bicycle lid do you need? When should you … Read more
