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Our ratings are awarded out of 10, with 10/10 being the top mark.

  • 1-4  Means something’s wrong. Possibly a design flaw or a major weakness.
  • 5-6  OK – one or two faults but has potential
  • 7  Worth considering
  • 8  Very good – for the money, we’d buy it
  • 9  Excellent – a slight mod or two and it might be perfect
  • 10  Simply the best!
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giro manifest

Giro has put three years research and a whole lot of investment into its latest creation, the Giro Manifest, a helmet that’s packed full of new tech.

£249.99
Score 8

Five Ten Trail Cross LT shoe

The new Five Ten Trail Cross flat pedal shoe is available in the (LT) low version here and a more protective (Mid) ankle boot.

£109.95
Score 8

Fabric FunGuy grips

Fabric has a couple of grips with names that reference the humble mushroom: the Fabric Magic, and this, the new Fabric FunGuy.

£16.99
Score 10

SKS Airstep

Mention the words ‘foot pump’ and I’m guessing it’ll conjure up visions of a rattly, sprung-loaded contraption that was always falling over or walking along the pavement as you tried…

£64.99
Score 7

This Explore range of Torq flapjacks has had me hooked since it first appeared in my local bike shop. Of the five flavours, Organic Carrot Cake’s my pick, but all…

£1.65
Score 9

Race Face Stash Quick Rip

Race Face Stash Quick Rip 1.5L is a small bum bag for short rides. It can carry a single water bottle which slots into a neoprene pocket in the centre.

£47.95
Score 9

bontrager rally shoe

My rides are split between flat and clip-in pedals, and Bontrager Rally shoe has quickly become my favourite clipless footwear, overtaking the Giro Chamber.

£139.99
Score 9

Troy Lee Designs SE Ultra

The first thing you’re going to notice about Troy Lee Designs SE Ultra gloves is the price. £38 for a pair of lightweight riding gloves is at the upper end.

£38.00
Score 8

Birzman Disc Brake Piston Press

If you have to take a wheel out to store or transport your bike, there’s nothing worse than the brake lever getting pressed and this pushing the piston out of…

£17.99
Score 9

100% Trajecta Helmet

100% Trajecta is a full-face lid designed for enduro/aggressive trail riding by being lighter, airier and more comfortable to pedal in all day.

£229.00
Score 8

Editor’s Choice 2020 The Smith Squad XL is the equivalent of a 70in 4K TV for your face. Boasting pin sharp optical clarity and unhindered panoramic vision, it actually enhances…

£85.00
Score 10

uswe zulo 2

USWE Zulo 2 is a diminutive waist pack with two-litre storage (half is taken up by a hydration bladder). The brand also offers Zulo 6 for more cargo.

£74.99
Score 8

One Up Dropper Post V2 has upped the ante and added two extra lengths (180 and 210mm) to the range and some tweaks to the internals and remote lever.

£179.00
Score 10

leat dbx 3.0

Like most manufacturers, Leatt claims its new DBX 3.0 shoe for flat pedals has a soft rubber sole that is also wear and tear resistant.

£94.99
Score 7

E*Thirteen TRS Race MoPo

E*Thirteen has repeatedly revised its tyres over the last few seasons; to the point it’s been hard to keep up with the changes when the open, paddle-style tread pattern always…

£59.95
Score 8