Retro inspired hardtail with a modern touch
Reviews
Rocky Mountain Thunderbolt BC Edition (2016) review
Need to know BC Edition gets an aggressive spec with single-ring drivetrain Ride 9 system lets you tune the geometry and suspension feel Full carbon frame with Smoothwall construction 120mm…
Transition TransAM 29 longterm review
The Transition TransAM 29 is a total blast to ride but it needs to go on a diet
Scott Spark 760 (2016) review
A bike that offers glimpses of greatness but is let down by reliability issues - £1,449
Giant Anthem 27.5 3 review
Way more fun than expected but needs a few specification tweaks - £1,499
Shimano XTR Di2 review
Need to Know Wired electronic 11-speed drivetrain Synchro Shift allows you to run multiple chainrings from one shifter A single battery charge should last around six months Shiomano XTR Di2…
X-Fusion Hilo Strate seatpost review
Lightweight with a great lever but overpriced - £299.99
Nukeproof Oklo Air Internal seatpost review
Heavy and tall, the Nukeproof OKLO was a disappointing post - £164.99
Giant Contact SL Switch seatpost review
Great value for money - £169.99
Fox Factory Float 36 FIT4 fork review
An unbelievably capable fork but at a price - £839
Ghost SL AMR 7 (2016) review
A great looking frame with full XT let down by a flimsy fork - £2,399
GT Sensor Expert (2016) review
Not rounded enough to be a great trail bike - £2,299.99
SRAM Rise 60 carbon wheelset
There are three categories in SRAM’s wheel range — Rise, Roam and Rail — aimed at, in order, XC, trail and all-mountain applications. However, there is a bit of crossover…
Trek Remedy 9 29 (2015) longterm review
We've spent 10 months aboard the Remedy 9 29, here's our thoughts
Camelbak Palos 4LR pack review
Designed to get cargo weight off the shoulders and back, the Palos 4LR (Low Rider) is a waist pack with a 1.5L lumbar reservoir and 2.5L of well-organised storage. Bum…
Fabric cageless water bottle review
Fabric has reinvented the water bottle holder, replacing the traditional cage concept with two round studs and a special, slotted water bottle. The cynical side of me instantly thought Fabric…
Voodoo Maji Women’s Specific FS (2016) review
Need to know Entry-level full-susser with 27.5in wheels Air-sprung Suntour Epixon suspension with 140mm travel 27-speed transmission offers a wide spread of gears Available in three sizes, the smallest being…
Nukeproof Mega 290 Pro (2016) review
Nukeproof’s long-travel 29er’s a thrilling proposition but its slack angles and all-rounder potential are undercut by a less than ideal choice of suspension
WTB Warden tyre review
An unashamed enduro beast - £55
Specialized Hillbilly GRID 2Bliss tyre review
An amazing budget option - £35