The G-Form MX Spike Chest and Back Shirt body armour is a vest-type chest and back protector that uses removable plates. The vest itself is well-made and easy to use, and it benefits from a breathable and comfortable material. The armour plates are flexible and non-restrictive, although the back plate is on the heavier side and does retain heat a little more … Read more
The Topeak E-Booster Digital is a well-designed electric portable pump, offering solid valve compatibility and a secure attachment system. It delivers strong initial inflation, but performance drops off noticeably, and the battery indicator is vague at best. Prestacycle Prestaflator GO review Muc-Off AirMach Pro Electric Mini Inflator OneUp Components 70cc EDC Pump mini-pump review Topeak … Read more
Dropper posts can be rather spendy things, but with its 900i dropper post, ExaForm looks set to buck that trend. At a rather friendly £130, the 900i makes an excellent entry into the up-down world of dropper posts thanks to its all-out reliability, ease of use, and surprising lack of grams for the money. It’s … Read more
Once again, we’re back with another Five Cool Things, but this week, we’re going to take a look at Shimano’s all new XTR drivetrain while wondering whether it has what it takes to really bring the heat to SRAM. On top of all that, we’ve got one of MET’s latest lids, Crankbrothers’ all-new flat pedals, … Read more
A regular occurrence through 2025’s trade shows, and now being ridden on the elite cross-country circuit, 32-inch wheels are here, much to the distaste of the general mountain biking population. While I reckon that the average Joe won’t need them, I’m certain that they’re going to find their place somewhere in the sport. Gravel is … Read more
The latest Fox 34 SL features several key updates, including the lightweight Grip SL damper and geometry adjustments to suit modern XC and trail bikes. It delivers exceptional performance with impressively low weight, rivalling dedicated race forks, but that performance comes with a premium four-figure price tag. Fox 32 Step Cast Factory fork review DT … Read more
With its latest generation e-MTB, Specialized has the likes of Amflow and Bosch set well within its sights as the S-Works Turbo Levo 4 boasts big power and serious integration. With that, it provides an approachable and easy to get on with ride that’ll please a serious range of riders, new and experienced. However, you’ll … Read more
Mountain bike racing in the UK is in a similar position to the one our skinny-tyred counterparts find themselves in. The number of races to enter is dwindling, organisers are being forced to cancel events, and the pathways to the top tiers of professional racing are increasingly difficult to reach. Enduro mountain biking – everything … Read more
YT Industries has cemented a serious name for itself in the mountain bike market, using radical ad campaigns featuring Christopher Walken and other big names. Despite creating some mighty awesome bikes, the brand has entered self-administration. YT Industries Jeffsy MK3 Core 5 first ride review YT Industries Decoy SN 29 Core 4 first ride review … Read more
Shimano is one of the biggest players in the drivetrain space. It supplies drivetrains for all kinds of bikes at all kinds of price points, but with many ecosystems, things can get rather confusing. Here, we’ll explore each of Shimano’s mountain bike offerings and dissect what each will bring you should you consider making an … Read more
