While the beige version of the Scott Trail Hipbelt here is not the most UK-friendly, there’s also a black and grey colourway that would be my first choice.
Reviews
Vee Snap Trail Enduro Core Top 40 tyre review
This Vee Snap Trail Enduro shares the brand's softest rubber blend, developed for street-racing mopeds and labelled ‘Top 40’ here.
Madison Flux Enduro Women’s Jersey review
Madison Flux Enduro Women's Jersey is billed as "the perfect enduro race jersey" but I can’t tell what makes this specific to that branch of MTB!
OneUp EDC Lite Tool review
Unlike OneUp EDC multi-tool, which needs special stem or steerer threading, the OneUp EDC Lite works with any stem and doesn't require any metalwork.
Madison Zenith 4-Season DWR Glove review
These Madison Zenith 4-Season gloves are a year-round UK bad weather glove using a windproof, showerproof and breathable fabric.
Michelin DH22 tyre review
The Michelin DH22 2.4in tyre is one of a trio of Michelin's latest gravity tyres that also includes a dedicated mud tyre.
Maxxis WetScream tyre review
The Maxxis WetScream is an old tyre that’s been recently reissued in 29in size with a few tweaks to differentiate it from the existing 27.5/26in ‘Screams.
Crank Brothers Multi M20 Tool review
Any multi-tool worth its salt has to have some form of tubeless repair and that’s exactly what you get with the rejigged Crank Brothers Multi M20.
Stan’s No Tubes Flow EX3 wheelset review
The Stans No Tubes Flow EX3 wheelset is based around American brand Stan’s No Tubes’ toughest rim, and is built for heavy duty abuse.
Nukeproof Horizon V2 wheelset review
Affordable and considerably lighter than advertised, the Nukeproof Horizon V2 alloy wheels are the brand’s latest complete wheel package.
Specialized Trail Cargo Short review
Specialized Trail Cargo Short is no leg hugging number, it’s definitely a baggy short, but there’s less material to flap in the breeze than some out there.
Fox Ranger Drirelease Long Sleeve Jersey review
The Fox Ranger Drirelease Long Sleeve jersey seems to work well in both warm and cold weather, it never feels clammy even when you’re sweating buckets.
7Mesh Copilot jacket review
7Mesh CoPilot jacket is designed for when you want to pack your mac and just whip it out for a sudden shower; something lighter weight and more breathable.
Ohlins RFX 36 M2 suspension fork review
Available with either an air or coil spring, this Ohlins RFX 36 M2 is Öhlins latest 36mm stanchioned fork. It uses a twin-tube TTX 18 damper.
Trek E-Caliber 9.9 XTR: first ride on £10,750 XC e-racebike
The new Trek E-Caliber 9.9 XTR electric XC mountain bike has got the looks, spec and price to turn heads and could be a glimpse into the e-bike future.
Endura MT500 Burner Pant II review
2019 was the year of the trouser. Tapered, lightweight riding pants were everywhere. I was something of a long kecks latecomer, but I am now fully sold on both the…
Ion Shelter Softshell Pants review
We’ve tried most riding trouser options on the market, and these Ion Shelter Softshell Pants are a relatively new addition to try.
IXS Trigger Pant review
The IXS Trigger Pant is from their performance Race range, which means it’s designed for downhill but you’d be mistaken if you thought this meant it was heavy or overly…
Atherton A150 Build 1: first ride review
The Atherton A150 Build 1 is a 150mm travel 29er enduro bike from the fastest family in mountain biking. Prices start from £5,500.
7iDP Sam Hill Lite Knee pad review
The 7iDP Sam Hill Lite Knee pad is about as minimal as you can get on a kneepad before you’re simply wearing a knee warmer.