Fizik Kassis helmet review

Known for its high-end saddles and shoes, Fizik’s kit is engineered for performance, and it seems everyone’s got a little excited about Fizik’s venture into the helmet game. The new Kassis MTB helmet builds on this, adding high-end Mips Air Node protection, extended coverage, a custom crown adjustment cradle system, massive amounts of venting and some neat safety … Read more

OneUp Components Composite Pedals review

Coming in as a more wallet-friendly pedal option from OneUp Components, the simply named Composite Pedal is exactly what it says on the tin. Asking for £50, it’s a pedal with a lot of give in terms of traction and robustness, but deeper into the test, some friction has arisen.  Best mountain bike pedals 2025 … Read more

Can AI make mountain bike suspension better? Fox’s all-new 36 Factory fork + more from Sonder, Ride Concepts, Troy Lee Designs and Crankbrothers

This week we’ve got another Five Cool Things hot off the press with Fox’s latest suspension fork, fresh kicks from Ride Concepts, and Troy Lee Design’s redesigned body protection. On top of that, we’ll also take a glance and Crankbrothers’ handguards and Sonder’s Falco, a hardtail that starts at £999. Opinion: A lightweight e-bike is … Read more

How to master dry summer trails on your mountain bike

The summer brings only the best riding conditions with it… well, that’s the theory anyway, and in this article, we’re going to lean into the theory because nothing quite beats the dry, traction-rich trails to unleash your newfound skills that you’ve been working on when riding in the winter. However, the learning doesn’t stop there … Read more

Lezyne Alloy HV Digital Drive floor pump review

The Lezyne Alloy High Volume Digital Drive floor pump is a very well-constructed, high-quality item which is a joy to use. It’s not the highest volume pump, but it does strike a good balance between covering a reasonable maximum pressure whilst being able to inflate tyres quickly. The pump head is a little fiddly to … Read more

Michelin Wild Enduro MS Racing Line tyre review

Michelin’s Wild Enduro MS Raching Line has received a revamp with the goal to improve grip, reduce rolling resistance and shave some weight off the original design. The lighter casing and new compound retain the excellent grip and ride qualities of the previous version with fewer of the drawbacks. Improved rolling speed is noticeable and makes … Read more

Orbea Wild H10 e-MTB review

Boasting more suspension travel than previous versions, the Orbea Wild H10 has proven to be an absolute bruiser of a machine. With its smooth almost weldless alloy frame, bosch drive system, and spot-on build kit, it dispatches the rowdiest of descents with ease while being an equally as accomplished climber. Though its long wheelbase and … Read more

Shoes built for gravel racing: Fizik launch the Vento Powerstrap Aeroweave X

Gravel racing is growing exponentially, with events like Unbound gravel and the Traka both being staples in any gravel racer’s calendar while attracting riders from all around the world. Off-road racing and gravel, especially, has its own demands on shoes, and Fizik reckons it’s got the answer with the new Vento Powerstrap Aeroweave X kicks. Best … Read more

Race Face Turbine handlebar review

The Race Face Turbine handlebar is an all-mountain and enduro option which has been well tuned to offer a compliant ride whilst retaining a direct feel. The bar manages to take the sting out of square-edge hits and deflections whilst still feeling stable and not detracting from any steering feel. With a range of widths, … Read more