Alexis Skarda is a formidable American professional mountain biker known for her prowess in cross-country marathon (XCM) racing, along with some highly proficient DJ skills. As a three-time National Champion in XCM, Skarda has consistently demonstrated her strength and endurance on challenging courses. The 2025 Cape Epic marked a significant chapter in Skarda’s career, as … Read more
Offering a more wallet-friendly entry into ceramic bearings, C-Bear’s BSA/ITA SRAM DUB bottom bracket brings smooth and efficient pedalling at a fraction of the cost of its key competitors. Thanks to its G2 design, it’s ingeniously simple to fit and, after a short break-in period, it spins with little friction. However, even with the increased sealing … Read more
Jack Thompson challenged his strong will to escape the typical avenue of life that often led him to a dark place he didn’t belong in. After spending years following a career path he thought was right, gaining a degree in construction management and economics and ending up in a job that did not align with … Read more
This week has been an absolute monster for new releases from brands from all corners of the cycling universe, and some of that kit has made its way into off.road.cc HQ for our diligent testing. We’ve got a fresh dropper from RockShox and EVOC’s new pads to name just two. They’re joined by Fizik’s grips, YT … Read more
Georg Egger and the Orbea Leatt Speed Company team, faced significant challenges during the 2024 Absa Cape Epic. Despite securing new partnerships and undergoing what appeared to be their most thorough preparation, the team encountered setbacks due to illness and the relentless South African heat. Bike check: Matt Beers’ 2025 Cape Epic Specialized S-Works Epic 8 How … Read more
Gravel bike suspension. A decade ago, it was an odd concept. However, as the gravel category has grown, more innovation is happening to create gravel bikes with better traction and reduced rider fatigue. And that means more suspension integration. World Cup XCO riders protest over podium changes Busting those suspension myths with Fox Gravel bike … Read more
Yeti loves to celebrate an anniversary, having brought special edition bikes for its 25th, 30th and 35th. These landmark specials were built and painted to celebrate the brand’s heritage in classic blue and yellow colourways. However, for the big 40, Yeti harks back to the years of purple anodising in a real mashup of retro and modern aesthetics, … Read more
RockShox quickly became a big player in the wireless market with its Reverb AXS using technology from SRAM’s Eagle AXS drivetrains. Bringing a serious update to the beloved wireless dropper, the very latest Reverb AXS now boasts up to 250mm of travel with a focus on easy maintenance. Seen on plenty of Cape Epic pro … Read more
Best known for its back-protecting hydration packs and its move to torso protection, EVOC has expanded its range to now offer knee and elbow pads. The brand hasn’t done things by halves either, instead choosing to build its own Litesheild Flex technology. Here are all of the details. Best MTB knee pads 2024 – tried … Read more
[Sponsored by Favero Electronics]Rewind 30 years, and only a handful of cycling professionals had access to a power meter. Crazy-high prices meant this technology was out of reach for many, but, as technology has developed, the power meter has become smaller, lighter, more durable and significantly cheaper than ever imagined. While there are a variety of … Read more
