Hot on the heels of the recently unveiled 34 SL cross-country fork, Fox has announced a further two new forks. The first is a new 36 that’s received a well-deserved update, ushering in a new air spring and chassis, and the 36 SL, which gets a similar treatment to the 34 SL. Here’s everything you need to know. … Read more
When extra space is essential, the Tailfin Long Top Tube Bag is a brilliant addition to the range. It offers practical storage in a shape that remains unobtrusive while riding. It is easy to open and provides options for organising your gear. Straight Cut Top Tube Bag review Restrap Short Race top tube bag review … Read more
Coming from different teams, Bianca Haw (Titan Racing Safari Essence) and Hayley Preen (Honeycom Racing) were a last-minute pairing in the weeks leading up to Absa Cape Epic. This being Haw’s first event and the third Cape Epic for Preen. 2025 Cape Epic race recap – a race for the GOATs Bike check: Lukas Baum’s 2025 … Read more
Hope is renowned for its colourful, machined alloy components and the Evo Crankset is another outstanding addition to the brand’s impressive repertoire. Offering exceptional stiffness and competitive weight, it comes in a wide range of sizes to suit even the most awkward bikes or riders. 5Dev R-Spec Trail Enduro crankset review RaceFace Aeffect crankset review Why … Read more
Heat training has become de rigueur among athletes the world over and the evidence suggests there are significant performance gains to be made by incorporating it into your workout regime. Best cycling computers 2025 – top options for mountain bikers Garmin Edge 1040 Solar bike computer review Komoot vs Strava – which cycling app is best … Read more
Muc-Off’s Big Bore tubeless valves are one of the more interesting additions to the tubeless valve market. Featuring a ‘straight through’ design closed off by a ball valve, they’re complete with airflow claims as bold as their colour. The real surprise is that they work as well as promised. They make life with tubeless tyres easier while … Read more
[Photography by Nick Muzik]Weather was the defining feature at the 2025 Absa Cape Epic. Although the event is scheduled for early autumn in the Southern Hemisphere, riders suffered through one of the hottest riding days on record during stage 3, forcing a stage cancellation and ending many Cape Epic amateur ambitions. Extreme heat and dusty … Read more
For 2025, Keegan Swenson teamed up with longtime friend, rival, and fellow powerhouse Matt Beers. Racing under the Outride/Toyota/Songo banner, the duo – each supported by their respective bike sponsors (Swenson on Santa Cruz, Beers on Specialized)—entered the event as overwhelming favourites. How amputee riders approach the Cape Epic 13 riders you never knew completed … Read more
The latest chapter of Orbea’s Trail Tails series takes us on a journey through the hauntingly beautiful landscapes of Lake Resia, where history and nature intertwine in an unforgettable tale. Beneath these serene waters lies the lost town of Graun, which was submerged in 1950 to make way for a hydroelectric dam. Ten top tips … Read more
With a Spanish gravel bike, retro sunglasses, Virginia Tech’s safest helmet yet, a curvy gravel handlebar, and super lightweight flat pedals, it’s all going on in this week’s Five Cool Things. But as always, let’s start by highlighting this week’s top news. Big Read: Big mountain pairs racing with Enduro2 Les Arcs Opinion: We need … Read more
