Full carbon handlebar from Shimano's component brand. Light enough for racing, strong enough for general trail duties
James Bracey
Product Tester
B’Twin Cycling 900 sunglasses review
The B’Twin Cycling 900 sunglasses might look a little ‘no frills’ compared to some of the bigger eyewear brands’ offerings. B’Twin doesn’t go out of its way to give its…
Arrivals: this week’s new stuff in for review
For those of you who can’t wait until the reviews come out in the magazine or go up online, here’s another in our new series of pre-emptive peeks into recent…
Altura Three 60 Windproof jacket review
The Altura Three 60 windproof jacket promises to provide weather protection without compromising temperature regulation. To this end it relies on proprietary Shield fabrics to provide highly windproof and water…
Crank Bros Klik HV pump review
Crank Bros has always been known for taking a sideways look at bike parts and creating their own, distinctive versions. Whilst these might have fallen short of the mark sometimes…
Camelbak M.U.L.E. LR 15 hydration pack review
Camelbak are the innovators when it comes to hydration packs. Coining the phrase ‘Hydrate or die’, Camelbak has been on the scene since the eighties. Indeed most of us have,…
Shimano XC7 SPD shoe review
At first glance you could be forgiven in thinking that the Shimano XC7 is a road shoe. It cuts a sleek outline that, apart from the BOA dial and single…
Arrivals: this week’s new stuff in for review
What's the postie left with us this week? For those who can’t wait until the reviews come out, here’s another pre-emptive peek into recent test product.
Lazer Ultrax helmet review
Lazer’s Revolution FF might be taking the limelight currently, but the Belgian company also produces some other cracking helmets. Enter the Lazer Ultrax. This mid-priced trail helmet might creep under…
Smith Pivlock Arena sunglasses review
Smith’s Pivlock Arena range of cycling sunglasses are designed to make changing lenses a simple task without adding bulk to the design. The Arena has a medium sized lens shape…
Bontrager Cambion Mountain shoe review
Bontrager has a pretty packed line-up of mtb shoes and the Cambion nestles in nicely just below the top of the range XXX. The XCO racer or trail rider who…
Madison Alpine jersey review
The Madison Alpine jersey has been developed to meet the needs of the Madison Saracen race team but works equally well as a trail jersey. >>> The best mountain bike…
Specialized Atlas Knee Pad review
Specialized has been branching out into new areas of the mountain bike market recently, and the Atlas Knee Pad adds protection to the list. Rather than being a full-on piece…
Arrivals: this week’s new stuff in for review
Pre-emptive peeks into recent test product arrivals: Fox Proframe, plastic peggles, orange sealant, Bluetooth tracker, tyres, tyres, tyres and more.
Bontrager Lithos MTB short review
Aimed at the enduro market, the new Bontrager Lithos MTB short has a robust construction that holds up well to harder riding.
Specialized Enduro glove review
The Specialized Enduro glove should be an excellent glove for trail riding. Overall fit and comfort of the glove is as expected from Specialized.
Nukeproof Neutron EVO pedal review
The Nukeproof Neutron EVO shows that a budget plastic pedal can cut it with the metal big guns when it comes to on-trail performance.
Renthal Ultra Tacky grip review
The Renthal Ultra Tacky lock-on grip offer almost superglue like grip no matter the conditions. They work no matter if you wear gloves or not.
Arrivals: this week’s new stuff in for review
For those of you who can’t wait until the reviews come out, here’s another in our new series of pre-emptive peeks into recent test product arrivals.
Lazer Kr1 sunglasses review
The Lazer Kr1’s casual styling belies their performance abilities and they work exceptionally well as riding glasses.