Compared to previous Fizik saddles, which always seemed too flat, or had a ridge down the centre, the new Monte has a hammock-style profile that slumps more in the middle.
Paul Burwell
Contributor
Royal Stage 2 Baggy short review
The Stage 2 is now constructed from a lighter-weight polyester material and features a DWR (durable water repellent) coating.
Syntace Number Nine Titan flat pedal review
Eye-wateringly expensive it may be, but the NumberNine Titan is top quality.
X-Fusion Sweep 160mm fork review
X-Fusion is playing catch-up, there are better options on the market right now.
RockShox Yari RC 160mm fork review
This is an excellent 160mm fork for the money — stiff, reasonably light and you couldn’t set it up badly if you tried.
Manitou Mattoc Pro 160mm fork review
The Manitou Mattoc Pro is hugely adjustable and easily the best entry-level 160mm fork on test.
Cotic Rocket Max Platinum Plus (2016) first ride
Cotic’s new Rocket Max is primed for take-off with either 29in or 27.5 Plus wheels
Shimano DX M647 clipless pedals
More than 10 years old, but even up against far more modern competition it’s still a great caged clipless pedal.
HT T1 clipless pedals
The only reason we can see to buy the T1 over XT is for the colours, of which there are seven.
Oakley Jawbreaker review
The new Prizm lens is truly stunning
Kask Rex helmet review
In terms of fit and comfort, the Rex is up there with some of the best helmets
10 dos and don’ts of teaching your kid to ride well
It’s all too easy to get carried away when trying to get your offspring to enjoy the sport you love. You’ll not go wrong if you stick to these ten…
How to make your own dropper post remote
If you’ve upgraded to 1x then your old front shifter could make the perfect dropper post remote. Here’s how…
Easton Haven dropper seatpost review
Compared to a Reverb, the Easton Haven is similar in weight and ride height, but has less play
Topeak Joe Blow Booster review
The Topeak Joe Blow Booster is essentially a standard Joe Blow floor pump with an aluminium air chamber bolted to the side.
TSG Trailfox Helmet review
Surprisingly well vented, a reasonable weight and pretty durable
Deity Components Bladerunner Pedal review
Durable, low-profile and features a large platform but lacks useful concave shape
Cube Stereo 150 HPA Race 27.5+ first ride
With a classy spec sheet and Plus-size tyres, Cube’s long-travel trail bike opens up new lines on old trails
DMR Stage 1 Saddle review
DMR’s Stage 1 saddle comes with a RideSaver strap that bolts onto the bottom of the shell and secures an inner tube. It’s not exactly revolutionary; XC racers have been…
Specialized Top Cap Chain tool review
There is a big empty space inside the steerer tube of your fork, making it a prime spot for tool storage. Various options have been tried, but Specialized’s chain tool…