Dainese Trail Skins Pro feel reassuring when in the correct position, and really well made from quality materials, but doesn’t stay in place enough.
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Ion K-Sleeve AMP knee pad review
The new Ion K-Sleeve AMP knee pad ups protection levels over its predecessor and is now a slip-on Lycra-style tube with a removable, pre-shaped, kneepad.
Stan’s NoTubes The Injector review
Stan's NoTubes The Injector isn’t a new tool – I’ve had it for nearly four years – but it’s definitely a must- ave part of my tubeless gear.
Five Ten Freerider Pro Primeblue shoe reivew
The range of Adidas shoes using recycled plastic is expanding, and the Five Ten Freerider Pro Primeblue uses high-performance recycled material.
O’Neal Sender Pro shoe review
The O'Neal Sender Pro is the brand's flagship flat shoe, and as such is fully loaded with features.
Leatt 2.0 Flat Pedal Shoe review
The big selling point with the Leatt 2.0 Flat Pedal Shoe is the price and as such they’re an affordable step on the flat-pedal ladder.
Crankbrothers Stamp Lace shoe review
Crankbrothers offers both clip-in and flat shoes, and the Crankbrothers Stamp Lace is the company’s entry-level flat-pedal shoe.
Specialized 2FO DH Clip shoe review
Even though the Specialized 2FO DH Clip is tagged as a DH shoe, the downhill features are fairly subtle, so it can be used for any sort of riding.
Leatt DBX 4.0 Clip shoe review
Leatt DBX 4.0 Clip has good build quality – the upper has excellent water resistance and is easy to keep clean and as such is a good choice for winter.
Five Ten Trailcross XT shoe review
The Five Ten Trailcross XT is a fairly lightweight shoe in their range with styling that has a hint of trail running/hiking boot to it.
Fizik Gravita Tensor Clip shoe review
The styling of the Fizik Gravita tensor Clip shoe takes some getting used to, but this is a really comfortable shoe with some clever details.
Five Ten Hellcat Pro shoe review
The Five Ten Hellcat Pro clip-in shoe is a slightly sleeker version of the regular Hellcat shoe, with more mesh material in the bonded upper.
Shimano SH-AM902 clipless shoe review
The imaginatively named Shimano SH-AM902 is the top model in their gravity range, and this year sees a couple of improvements over the older 901.
Ride Concepts Hellion Elite flat shoe review
One of our bugbears with Ride Concepts shoes was that the rubber just wasn’t soft enough, but things are different with the new Ride Concepts Hellion Elite.
Smith Engage MIPS helmet review
The Smith Engage MIPS is the latest mountain bike helmet from a brand that built its reputation on snow goggles, but has since developed sophisticated, high-end cycling products.
Bosch Fontus 18v Cordless Washer review
Bosch takes aim at the best portable bike washers with the Fontus all-in-one solution. At 7kg it’s about the same size and weight as a medium wheelie bag, it even…
Fidlock Twist Uni-Base review
The whole system isn’t cheap and you do need dedicated water bottles, which aren’t cross-compatible, but I think the Fidlock Twist system is fantastic.
Schwalbe Wicked Will tyre review
Only available in 29x2.4in and with extra beef compared to XC models, Schwalbe Wicked Will sits between Racing Ralph and Nobby Nic.
Truvativ Descendant Grips review
Comfy and cushy, the Truvativ Descendant grips have a great feel, work well gloveless and are a massive improvement on previous SRAM grips.
POC Ora Clarity Fabio Ed. Goggles review
The POC Ora Clarity Fabio Ed. is the Fabio Wibmer edition of one of the uber cool Swedish protection brand's four variants of their Ora goggle.