Offroad Archives

Piles of power without the weight — Pivot’s new Shuttle SL/AM e-MTB gets Bosch’s punchy Performance Line SX motor, and full bikes weigh just 18kg

Pivot has brought a new model to its e-mountain bike lineup, the Shuttle SL/AM. Using Bosch’s SX motor and retaining the ever-so-controlled DW-Link rear suspension, this 160/150mm suspension e-MTB comes in around 18kg with 55Nm of torque, a 600W peak power motor, and a 400Wh battery. Featuring well sorted geometry and spec options featuring top-level kit, Pivot has … Read more

Wolf Tooth Components EnCase System Pump 40cc + Allen Hex Bit Wrench Multi-Tool pump review

Small but mighty? Wolf Tooth Components’ EnCase System Pump 40cc is the next step in Wolf Tooth’s hidden multi-tool story. As expected of the brand, it’s built to only the highest quality, and integrated tool storage is always a plus. It’s compact, too, so it’s primed to fit in even the fullest of backpacks or … Read more

Video: The Frelsi featuring freerider Andy Mitas

The Frelsi is more than a mountain bike film; it’s a captivating exploration of what it means to be truly free. Filmed across breathtaking European destinations, this artistic edit features freerider Andy Mitas as he carves through rugged terrain on his Merida, not just chasing lines but liberation. Freeride mountain biking – everything you need … Read more

Kids Ride Shotgun Quick Fit MTB Tow Rope review

Designed to aid younger riders, the Kids Ride Shotgun Quick Fit MTB Tow Rope has a huge 225kg towing weight limit, making it a versatile option in a growing segment. The Quick Fit MTB Tow Rope version has some flexibility and choice in how it’s connected between bikes, but despite the name, it isn’t as quick to … Read more

Is Mason’s new Macro the most versatile hardtail ever? Plus OneUp Components’ wavey pedals and new gear from Hunt, Fox + TRP

The coolest things to drop into the off.road.cc office this week come from all corners of the mountain bike universe. We’ve got Mason’s new Macro, a super configurable, bikepacking-focused hardtail, plus Fox’s updated clipless shoes, and OneUp Components’ market-upsetting flat pedals. On top of that, Hunt makes an appearance with its trail-ready carbon hoops, and … Read more

“As an industry we now need to fight back”: MTB visionary Mike Sanderson talks bike industry woes, new projects and why the passion is still there after 20 years

With brands like Hunt, Privateer, Cairn, and Caliber under his hood, Mike Sanderson has played a serious role in bringing us some industry-leading, innovative, and affordable bikes and products in recent years. We spoke with Mike to learn more about his career path and how he got there. Industry insider – MTB career highlights with Dominic Loh of … Read more

Sinewave Beacon 2 Dynamo Light review

The Sinewave Beacon 2 is a compact dynamo-powered front light that delivers impressive illumination and the added benefit of device charging. A rear-mounted switch allows for easy adjustment between brightness modes, offering a degree of versatility. However, it doesn’t entirely sidestep the common drawbacks associated with dynamo lighting systems. Igaro C1 Dynamo Light and USB … Read more

Title Form Carbon 35 handlebar review

The Form Carbon 35 is Title’s carbon fibre bar that’s designed to combine vertical compliance with enhanced stiffness throughout the steering plane, claiming that vertically, it’s the softest bar on the market. Proportionately, the bar hits top marks while providing a noticeable level of vibration reduction without sacrificing stiffness where needed. However, against much cheaper … Read more

Will this year’s downhill world champion be belt-driven? Whoop UCI Downhill World Series 2025 preview

At long last, following on from a muddy and gloomy winter, the Whoop UCI Downhill World Series kicks off this weekend in Poland. The going looks set to be fast and furious from the off, and quite possibly more polished and honed than ever before following a re-formatting of the series, the team structures, the qualification process, … Read more

Michelin Wild Enduro Racing Line Rear tyre review

The latest revision of the Michelin Wild Enduro rear tyre has tipped it more towards efficiency, thanks to a noticeable and welcome reduction in rolling resistance. The brand’s super grippy rubber is present, and the new casing saves a little weight whilst still being plenty tough enough. The tyre is a little more expensive, but if … Read more