With a new season at our feet and the change of weather lifting us, the trails have more dry days, and shorts may even see the light of day. Spring is a time for new growth and beginnings; the evenings give us more time to play outdoors. This month, we are leaning into the lighter … Read more
The Hei Hei, which started as a titanium hardtail in 1991, has always been Kona’s dedicated XC bike. Kona’s latest version remains committed to the efficiency that XC riders value, but adds an enhanced rear-suspension design to improve tracking stability and responsiveness on more demanding trails. Back from beyond the cinder cone, Kona re-purchased by … Read more
Aerodynamics are no longer just for road racers – even in gravel riding, going aero is gaining traction. PRO’s Discover Aero components are a clear nod to this trend, with a handlebar designed specifically for gravel speed. But, while streamlined performance might be the headline feature, what stands out most for me is the comfort … Read more
Just a few weeks ago, the male cross-country racing GOAT, Nino Schurter of the SCOTT-SRAM MTB Racing Team, joined forces with fellow Swiss pro teammate Filippo Colombo to win his third Absa Cape Epic overall title in South Africa. On and off the record with Nino Schurter Retrospective: the evolution of Nino Schurter’s cross-country race … Read more
[Sponsored by Trek]With Summer just around the corner, Trek has kicked off another TrekFest – a month-long sale of its products from both ends of the off-road cycling spectrum. With discounts reaching all mountain biking and e-MTB genres, customers can expect to save up to £1,250 on select models. Here are some highlights. Best e-MTBs … Read more
Cannondale’s Moterra is a bike that’s built for anything. Whether that’s attacking bike park flow or sending steep and natural tech. For 2025, the brand has brought updates to its do-it-all e-MTB, including a new suspension kinematic, but there’s also a new, bigger-travelled Moterra LT for full rowdiness. Electric mountain bikes – everything you need … Read more
Three years after its release, Norco’s gravel bike, the Search, has made a comeback. For 2025, the brand has graced the bike with an updated modern geometry, downtube storage, and clearance for big tyres. The suspension-ready bike is also available in carbon and alloy builds. Let’s dive in. 2025 UCI Gravel World Series – everything … Read more
The Santa Cruz Bullit is the brand’s big travel e-mountain bike that’s slated to be ‘a downhill bike with a built-in chairlift’. For 2025, the brand takes that formula but has given it a serious shake up, ditching the VPP linkage in favourite of the four-bar platform as seen on the Vala, and gracing the … Read more
Known for its well-priced bikes, Boardman has also produced a wallet friendly flat-pedal-specific MTB shoe with casual styling that looks good. Reinforced areas at the toe and heel offer added protection, and the level of comfort is pretty good, considering the price. The grip on offer is pretty impressive, but off the bike, I could … Read more
[Images from SWpix]There’s been a lot of uncertainty since the UCI announced in late February that the Nice Gravel World Championship was not happening. However, the UCI and Golazo, the UCI Gravel World Series and Championship organisers, have finally (we hope) come up with a date and Venue. However, before we go into more detail, here’s … Read more
