The switch to aluminium not only expands the range, it also means the Merida One-Sixty now comes in four frame sizes rather than being restricted to three.
Reviews
Endura Singletrack Backpack hydration pack review
The Endura Singletrack Backpack fulfils the storage needs for riders wanting a pack big enough to cram a full day's worth of kit and spares.
Saracen Ariel Elite (2018) review
New Saracen Ariel Elite has suspension and character influenced by the Myst downhill bike and it’s gained a new sense of purpose.
Newmen Evolution SL A30 wheelset review
Bavarian component company Newmen is only a couple of years old, but has serious pedigree. Michael Grätz, who started Syntace and Liteville heads it up.
Shimano M089 shoe review
intended as a versatile and cost-effective MTB shoe, these Shimano M089 MTB SPD Shoes are made from a stretch-resistant synthetic leather.
Shimano AM7 shoe review
The Shimano AM7 MTB Flat Pedal Shoes are all-mountain and downhill specific, intended to provide optimum pedal connectivity, rider comfort, and protection.
Rocky Mountain Pipeline Carbon 50 (2018) review
The Rocky Mountain Pipeline Carbon 50 uses a single frame for both this Pipeline Plus bike and the big wheel Rocky Mountain Instinct 29er.
Intense ACV Pro (2018) review
Could the key to eternal youth lie in the a Californian dream with wide wheels and voluminous tyres? Here's our Intense ACV Pro review.
Smith Attack Max review
The Smith Attack Max is the latest performance eye protection to come from the Idaho based eyewear and helmet specialists.
Trek Fuel EX 9.7 29 (2018) review
You’re only looking at around 150g in weight saving over an aluminium frame, but the carbon fronted Trek Fuel EX 9.7 29 is easily the stiffest bike in those we
Whyte S-150 S (2018) review
Called the Whyte S-150 S, it has 150mm of travel, Boost spacing and Whyte’s dedicated SCR (Single Chain Ring) frameset design.
Endura Humvee Lite glove review
The Endura Humvee Lite glove is a super light trail glove that offers almost bare hand feel at the bar. It's also Danny MacAskill's favourite glove.
Sweet Protection Bushwhacker II MIPS helmet review
The Sweet Protection Bushwhacker II MIPS is the latest generation trail helmet from the Scandinavian brand. Improved in every way over the original Whacker.
Smith Session MIPS helmet review
Brand new for 2018, the Smith Session MIPS is an all-mountain lid offering Koroyd technology for a cheaper price than its flagship Forefront helmet.
Maxxis Forekaster tyre review
The Maxxis Forekaster sports mid-height tread blocks and wide cupped knobs down the middle. The Forekaster is suited to post-summer times.
Vittoria Martello tyre review
The Vittoria Martello is a square knob moto-block design intended for use as a versatile all-conditions downhill and enduro tyre.
Acros A-Flat MD pedal review
The Acros A-Flat MD is the entry point to the range; above it lies the XL with its larger platform and the SL featuring a titanium axle.
Shimano XT M8020 Trail pedal review
Barring some small cosmetic differences, the Shimano XT M8020 Trail pedal has changed very little since it was first introduced.
Shimano Saint M820 pedal review
Rather than going for the articulated, caged pedal like the old DX M647, the Shimano Saint M820 is a fixed position pedal in the same vein as the XT Trail.
Nukeproof Horizon CL CrMo DH pedal review
The Nukeproof Horizon CL CrMo DH is the larger of Nukeproof’s two clipless pedals (the smaller being the Nukeproof Horizon CS Trail).