RockShox has really brought the heat with this, the RockShox Lyrik Ultimate Charger 3.2 RC2, the latest iteration of its big trail fork. Although now slightly weightier and a bit more expensive, its class-leading suppleness, adjustable support and generally fantastic performance put any small downsides firmly in the shade.RockShox Lyrik Ultimate Charger 3.2 RC2 – … Read more
Orbea is constantly updating the Oiz to the point where it follows a similar release pattern to the Call of Duty video games. However, with each update to the cross-country platform, the brand has aimed to bring improvements via increased stiffness and less weight. Once again, that’s what Orbea has claimed to achieve with its … Read more
In 2015 (or was it 2014?) I sold my beloved motorbike and immediately headed to the nearest Halfords to pick up my first actual mountain bike, a Voodoo Hoodoo. Little did I know that very day would be the head-first tipping point into an incredibly committed ‘hobby’ that I’d still be doing 11 or 12 … Read more
The world of endurance and ultra-distance cycling has changed dramatically in recent years. Events and challenges that were once niche pursuits have grown large enough to attract significant media attention, allowing some riders to build professional careers backed by major brands. As brand support increases, so too does the expectation of a return on investment. In most cases, … Read more
As a pair of grips designed for and with downhill supremo Jackson Goldstone himself, it’s pretty unsurprising that OneUp Components has landed on the Goldstone Grips’ design. But for such slim grips, they’re superbly comfortable, while providing effective vibration damping without being outrageously expensive. I would like a thicker option, however, and they’re a real … Read more
It’s been a rocky old time for the bike industry, and that’s only been cemented further with Porsche’s closure of Fazua. YT Industries itself had a spectacular fall from grace before being revived by its founder, which led to some questions around the brand’s loyalty and support to its customers owing to its tumultuous exit … Read more
Revel Bikes has been a little quiet over the past few years, but after the brand’s founder, Adam Miller, re-acquired Revel after a brief trip into bankruptcy, it’s back with a fresh overhaul to its Ranger mountain bike. It’s more than just a tasty new paint job, too. Here are all of the details.The Ranger … Read more
Wout van Aert roaring through gnarly woodland and fields while clipping through narrow gateposts at full race speed, what a sight and surprise that was to behold. One of the greatest road and cyclocross racers of the era in full spring flight through the Dutch countryside, on a gravel bike. Of course, this was broadcast … Read more
Unbound not only by name, but also by nature? The world’s biggest and most prestigious gravel race – the Life Time Unbound Gravel took place over the weekend around Emporia, Kansas, USA, and what a dirty, brutal, and memorable edition it was.When the cream of the world’s gravel pros and numerous ex-WorldTour road racers signed … Read more
Shimano’s XTR PD-M9220 Enduro SPD Pedals (now breathe) bring that renowned Shimano feel to a larger, more aggro-friendly platform design. The result is a mighty positive engagement that certainly doesn’t slack on support. The build quality is typically impressive and durability is impressive, but the new design can struggle to clear mud.Shimano XTR PD-M9220 Enduro … Read more
