It's twelve years since Avid introduced the Matchmaker. One single sleek mount was the promise. The reality turned out to be a little more complicated.
Paul Burwell
Contributor
Five Ten Freerider Contact shoe review
The Five Ten Freerider Contact is a version of the Freerider VXi. Smooth rubber section across the middle of the sole now extends further for improved grip.
E13 TRS+ dropper post review
E13 TRS+ dropper is killer value, fully serviceable and, in the long term, may be more reliable than a conventional post, but the function feels dated.
Ibis 942 wheels review
We can’t knock the Ibis 942 in terms of quality but it's a high price. And six bolt disc option and narrower rim width might be the better for most…
Hope Tech Enduro wheels review
Apart from the Sapim stainless steel double butted spokes and brass nipples, the rest of the Hope Tech Enduro wheels is made in its factory in Barnoldswick.
Sun Ringlé Düroc wheels review
With four rim widths and all the hardware included for any configuration the Sun Ringlé Düroc has all the bases covered and is killer value for money.
FSA Afterburner Wider wheels review
The FSA Afterburner Wider is really well put together and a good weight, reasonable price and available several axle options and 27.5 and 29in diameters.
Syncros SP1.0 Digital Shock Pump review
Syncros makes two shock pumps; a basic model called the SP2.0 and this all singing all dancing SP1.0.
Lezyne Classic Over Drive floor pump review
This is an updated version of mountain bike specific Lezyne Classic Over Drive. It’s solid, stable and will easily seat the most stubborn tubeless tyres.
Race Face Next SL G4 carbon cranks review
In terms of power to weight the Race Face Next SL G4 really is a superb – it’s also silly light, sensibly stiff and cheaper than other carbon cranks.
Truvativ Descendant Carbon cranks review
The Truvativ Descendant Carbon is a great first step on the carbon crank ladder; factor in £80 worth of chainring and, it’s actually more of a bargain.
Praxis Works Lyft carbon cranks review
Praxis has done an excellent job on the Praxis Works Lyft crank, it’s stiff, lightweight, top quality and it should stay that way too.
Buyer’s guide to storage bib shorts
Going out for a short ride and don’t have a bottle cage on you bike? Then you need storage bib shorts. Here's our group test of the best.
Fassa Separator review
The Fassa Separator does what it says on the tin. It fits between bikes to stop them being scratched when they’re being transported.
Mavic XA Pro Carbon wheels review
It’s taken a while but Mavic has finally come up with a carbon wheelset for trail riding. Called the Mavic XA Pro Carbon.
TSG 2nd Skin A 2.0 knee sleeve review
The updated TSG 2nd Skin A 2.0 knee sleeves for this year have a new Arti-Lage (artificial cartilage) foam pad and pierce-proof insert.
Race Face Stage short review
The Race Face Stage is a short for all seasons. It’s made from a mix of Polyester, Nylon and Spandex so it’s lightweight, breathable and stretches easily.
RockShox Reverb 1X Remote review
It’s taken RockShox quite a while to come up with a compatible remote for the Reverb. It has done a great job but it’s expensive.
Burgtec WR Carbon Enduro handlebar review
In terms of width and stiffness the Burgtec WR Carbon Enduro handlebar is bang up to date. A great addition to a longer travel trail or all mountain bike.
Milkit Compact 35 tubeless system review
The new Milkit tubeless kit is basically a fancy sealant injector with built-in storage for a dipstick, hose and two valve stems.