Liv Cycling is the female portion of the brand Giant, as you might imagine they produce female specific bikes, catering for all sectors of the market. Rachael recently headed out to South Tyrol in the Italian Alps to ride their first women’s specific e-bike the Liv Vall E+, a hardtail e-bike with plus sized tyres. … Read more
Wahoo has set its sights firmly on the lucrative cycle computer market and has just launched its second device this year, the Elemnt Mini, a compact version of its original computer launched two years ago. It costs £80 and has a battery life of 12 months. Our favourite mountain bike apps for iPhone and Android … Read more
Lapierre has just announced two new e-MTB models for their 2018 line-up, one Bosch and one Shimano based system. The Overvolt iBosch, based on the Performance CX powertrain, uses Bosch’s new PowerTube 500 downtube integrated batteries for a more streamlined look. I was able to ride it during the launch in Valberg, a less well … Read more
Lapierre has announced Bosch and Shimano based e-MTB models for their 2018 line-up. The Overvolt iShimano uses the Shimano STEPS E8000 system, along with a proprietary battery designed by Lapierre to integrate seamlessly into the downtube. I took the bike for a spin in Valberg, a less well known resort in the French Alps that has … Read more
The Countryside Alliance, a lobbying organisation that claims to ‘represent the interests of country people’ has urged its members to respond negatively to a Welsh Government Consultation to improve access to the countryside for a number of user groups, including cyclists. Increased Welsh footpath access for cycling a “landmark step” according to Cycling UK UK MTBers up … Read more
The Islabikes Creig 24 Pro Series is the new top of the range performance 24” mountain bike for young racers and enthusiasts in the 8-10 age range. Islabike has already ushered in a new era of quality kid’s bikes, but their new Pro Series range of bikes ups the ante when it comes to weight … Read more
It’s easy enough to complain about the price of modern bike components, but if you really want to have a seizure, check out this retro-tastic mountain bike groupset on eBay. It’s currently being offered for a staggering €8,400 – that’s around £7,600… Video: Is it a van? Is it a ramp? For German pro Robert Heran it’s … Read more
E-bike popularity is growing and growing, there is no doubt about that and whilst we aren’t complete converts yet, we can certainly see their place in the market and we sure have had some fun on them! Our Staff Writer, Rachael, lives about ten miles away from the off-road.cc office, so she thought she’d explore the possibilities of … Read more
The Barrier Balm from Squirt offers to protect skin by adding a layer to protect your nether regions from getting chaffing on long rides. It’s antibacterial and anti-fungal abilities also are aimed at stopping fissures or sores. Review: Crank Brothers Mallet E pedals Review: Fabric Line saddle Get comfy with our buyer’s guide to mountain bike saddles … Read more
Another week has come around quickly in the off-road.cc office. This week, we’ve been mainly drooling over gravel bikes and trying to find something nice and new from our editor Jon’s unruly desk to give away as our Facebook page reaches all new heights. Give us a like if you haven’t already – there will be … Read more
