Most brands like to pick a material for a new bike, then stick with it. And until now, Production Privée was one of those brands, happily making hardtails and a…
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RAB Women’s Cinder Borealis Jacket review
I’ve been after a lightweight jacket for those rides where it starts out cold, but you heat up as you get going and then need to stash it away. RAB’s…
Hotstuff: what we’re excited about this month
SRAM GX Eagle AXS Transmission Back in the spring, SRAM XX Eagle AXS T-Type transmission was released. It eliminated the need for a mech hanger and bolted straight to the…
Canyon launches Spectral CF8 CLLCTV with mullet wheels and K.I.S. steering stabiliser tech
K.I.S: The tech and background The Keep It Stable (K.I.S) system’s design brief was to improve control and reduce fatigue by reducing the effort you need to hold a line.…
All Mountain Style Kickstand review
There’s nothing worse than leaning your bike against a wall only to have it fall over, which can easily put a nick in a fork stanchion or a chip in…
Identiti AKA XT/LTD hardtail review
Now that the Mettle full suspension bike has disappeared from the range, Identiti has become a small but dedicated hardtail brand. So small in fact, that there are currently only…
Hunt XC Wide wheels review
Hunt has made a name for itself over recent years by offering MTB wheelsets, suitable for multiple disciplines, at a killer price. Its TrailWide wheelset impressed us and scored a…
Haibike Lyke CF 11 electric bike first ride review
The Lyke is a bold departure for e-bike specialists Haibike, with toned down styling, reduced power, and less weight. So, is it a case of less is more? And how…
Nukeproof Megawatt Gen 2 E-bike – a spec update or full overhaul?
The first generation Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory was one of seven electric mountain bikes that we lined up in the ‘shop-bought’ category within our 2023 E-Bike of the year…
Gravel bike Vs XC mountain bike: Which is best?
Until very recently, gravel was something you shovelled onto the driveway. Now though, and in case you’ve been burying your head in a pile of it recently, it’s a kind…
Silca Ultimate Brake and Drivetrain Cleaner review
At £36 for just over half a litre, Silca’s Ultimate Brake and Drivetrain Cleaner is easily the most expensive cleaner I’ve ever tested. I’m also a little bit sceptical of…
Fort William Bike Park Opening Jam on August 2nd
Coinciding with the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships the event will feature a chance for everyone to ride the track, enter competitions and watch pro riders show us how it’s…
5 minutes with World Cup winner Jordan Williams
The transition from Junior to Elite couldn’t have gone smoother for Jordan Williams, who took his first elite win in the first race of his first season in the senior…
GT Sensor Carbon Pro LE first ride review
So it’s been three decades since GT Bicycles was THE mountain bike suspension brand of choice, with its RTS, LTS and STS designs ridden to countless race and championship wins…
SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type transmission first ride review
SRAM follows up the release of its impressive XX, XX SL, and X0 T-Type drivetrains with a more affordable GX offering that brings the same secure connection, robust construction and…
Fox Union Flat shoes review
Fox might be better known for its riding apparel and helmets, but it’s no stranger to footwear. Not only has the brand been making motocross boots for ages, it also…
Madison Zenith 4-Season Trousers review
No one likes getting caught short out on the trail, but carrying a load of extra waterproof clobber in a backpack can also be a real drag. Madison’s new Zenith…
Abus MoDrop MIPS Quin helmet review
This extended coverage MoDrop helmet is part of Abus’ latest line-up of three open face lids. The German brand might be better known for protecting bikes from thieves than noggins…
Best mountain bike protection gear for kids: helmets, knee pads, shoes and more
With an increasing range of the best kids mountain bikes out there, you can set your little ones up for serious fun on the trails. But they have to stay…