Amabubesi. It’s a word you won’t find in most mountain bike jargon guides but it’s worth knowing. On and off the record with Kevin Vermaak – Cape Epic founder 13 riders you never knew completed the Cape Epic 2025 Absa Cape Epic – everything you need to know An Amabubesi is someone who has finished the … Read more
Surly is a brand that’s renowned for its steel and often unique off-road frames that range such as the Bridge Club and the Grappler. Its UK-based two-day bikepacking event, the Surly100, invites riders of all off-road bike types to tackle 100 miles starting, and finishing at a pub. Here are all of the details. 13 … Read more
Smith Optics is one of the great powerhouses of performance eyewear, and with the Shift XL MAG, the brand is flexing its prowess. This pair of riding specs has a crystal-clear lens with loads of coverage. Fog resistance is excellent, but the pricing places it among the most expensive options in the best mountain bike glasses segment. … Read more
Set in the rolling hills surrounding Meerendal Wine Estate, the 2025 edition of the Absa Cape Epic kicked off under moody, overcast skies — though the Western Cape sun wasn’t about to stay hidden for long. As the day wore on, temperatures climbed alongside the race intensity, with the later-starting, faster teams setting a scorching … Read more
The legendary BikePark Wales Trail Crew is back with another thrilling update. This month, they are rolling up their sleeves to bring you a brand-new red tech trail: Ych A Fi. It may sound like you’re sneezing while saying its name, but expect steep, techy madness with plenty of natural features. This is not for … Read more
As we slide out of one season and into another, we can look ahead at new technology and clothing that are specifically designed and engineered for women. This month, we have the new Garmin Smartwatch Venu 3S, some softshell trousers by Alpkit, and a women’s specific saddle by German bike ergonomics company Ergon. Buyer’s guide to mountain … Read more
Fresh in the office, we’re already seeing some of the goodies unveiled at Corebike, including Race Face’s brand new Turbine pedal and brake pads from Sinter. That’s not all, as we’ve got a wallet-friendly entry into the electronic drivetrain market from Wheeltop SQlab’s new 70X Pro grips and kicks from Udog. Mountain bike size guide – how … Read more
The POC Rhythm Resistance Trousers are a cold-weather option designed to be lightweight and comfortable, with added durability for protection against general riding mishaps. However, while the fit and comfort are excellent, they fall short in terms of offering meaningful protection against colder weather. Endura MT500 Freezing Point trousers review Madison Flux Men’s DWR Trousers review … Read more
Joining the Repeater 29er and Relay MX, is another ‘R’-named Transition e-bike, the new Regulator. Best e-MTBs 2025 – top-performing e-mountain bikes for every situation How to store an e-MTB – storage solutions and best practices e-MTB items you never knew you needed Transition’s Repeater and Relay are hard-hitting enduro e-bikes. However, the Regulator is … Read more
Fox has overhauled the 32 range of forks for 2025 with a complete redesign. The changes bring improvements across the board, delivering performance that firmly establishes it as the best mountain bike fork available. DT Swiss F 232 One Fork review RockShox SID SL Ultimate 3P suspension fork review Manitou Mezzer Pro suspension fork review … Read more
