Argyll and the Isles, Scotland’s Adventure Coast, provides an awe-inspiring setting for bikepacking, here Markus Stitz gives us a tour in this gorgeous edit. At 655 km (407 miles) the Wild About Argyll Trail is Bikepacking Scotland’s first long-distance trail that was designed specifically with gravel bikes in mind. If bikepacking in Scotland has piqued your … Read more
The Alpinestars Stella F-Lite gloves are the definition of simplicity, an elasticated cuff and a one-piece top panel make for a fuss free comfy glove for warmer weather. Review – Showers Pass Crosspoint Knit Waterproof Gloves Review – Giro DND Gloves The Stella F-Lite’s are a women’s specific mountain bike glove designed to be close … Read more
The NiteRider Lumina 1100 Boost is a useful night light for the bars on a road bike or a lid for mountain biking. Whilst construction is solid and there are some well thought out features, it’s pricey for the performance and the beam is quite focused. Review – USE Exposure Six Pack front light Review … Read more
The USE Exposure Diablo front light is to night riding like Heinz is to ketchup there are cheaper options but once you’ve tried it, you’re unlikely to want to use any alternatives. With even more intuitive features added, including TAP technology the MK9 offers yet more bang for your buck to make the dark hours closer to … Read more
The Cube AM WS shorts are an understated women’s trail short made for all manners of trail forays. They are super light and would suit long summer rides but the comfort on offer doesn’t come cheap. Review – Race Face Charlie Shorts Review – Specialized Andorra Comp shorts The AM WS shorts from Cube are … Read more
News of this weird wheels hit our desks yesterday as Swiss brand Spengle announced their new mountain bike wheelset, calling them simply the Spengle Carbon Monocoque. They say they are the most advanced wheels in the world – bold words about a design that looks so similar to others that have failed. What makes Spengle different? Feature – Nine … Read more
There is a new version of the SRAM Guide brakes launched today, the Guide T’s, making the power of four-pot brakes available at a cheaper price. Feature – How to make a New Year’s Resolution stick Review – Specialized Merino LS baselayer Along with the cheaper price of £104 (RRP) per end, the new split clamp … Read more
With the arrival of a new year, it’s time to look into our crystal ball and see what the next 12 months might hold when it comes to new mountain bike tech and trends. Will 2018 finally be the year we get hover bikes? Read on to find out… How to make your New Year’s resolutions … Read more
Dan Atherton and his home trails of Dyfi are becoming as renowned worldwide as his riding style. Home to Redbull Hardline, Dan’s trails look smooth, sweet and incredibly well built, watch as he takes a ride down Dyfi Bike Park, Wales, you won’t be disappointed! Video – Rise: Nukeproof explore after the wildfires in Canada Review – Madison … Read more
Specialized have been delving into the world of cycle specific clothing for some time now and overall with great success. Their Merino LS Underwear baselayer is a fine example of this, its warm, comfortably stretchy and worth the higher price. Review – Alpkit Kepler Long Sleeve Baselayer Review – Specialized Andorra Merino Jersey This long sleeved … Read more
