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All the latest products comprehensively tested. If we don’t think a product is worthy of our hard-earned, we won’t tell you to part with yours for it. That’s the promise we make with our bike and equipment tests. For all our tests we guarantee that:

  • They’re conducted by some of the most experienced and knowledgeable riders in the business.
  • Ratings are awarded only after a thorough testing process on a variety of terrain.
  • Tests are independent, and in no way influenced by our advertisers.

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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Mavic crossmax pro jersey

The Mavic Crossmax Pro jersey is one of Mavic's top flight jerseys. Aimed at the more rowdy end of the riding spectrum it features more robust construction.

£50.00
Score 9

giro switchblade review

At £250 the Giro Switchblade is more expensive than the Bell Super 3R but it feels more substantial, and still good value considering it's 2-for-1.

£249.99
Score 10

best hydration packs

The Mavic Crossride Belt has a deep triangular shape aimed at maintaining stability even when hooning about or during enduro racing.

£52.50
Score 9

bmc trailsync

The BMC Trailsync is a revolutionary new dropper post from BMC that automatically flips between suspension settings as you change your saddle height.

Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch ll

The Pearl Izumi X-Alp Launch ll seems unfeasibly light and soft for a shoe designed around trail and enduro riding but performance is not compromised.

£109.99
Score 8

Scott Spur

Your choice of eyewear needs to be based on both protection and looks. Fortunately these bases are covered with the Scott Spur.

£74.99
Score 9

stans arch mk3

A significant update over the original Arch EX, the Stans Arch MK3 uses a wider rim, taking the internal width to 26mm to help maximise tyre volume.

£519.99
Score 9

Giant Rail MIPS

It’s fair to say that the emergence of MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) boosted riders’ awareness of helmet safety, and the possible dangers caused by rotational impacts. It’s now increasingly…

£99.99
Score 8

Sealskinz Dragon Eye MTB Ultralite

When Sealskinz brought out the waterproof sock it almost revolutionized wet weather mountain biking in the UK. Working on the other extremities became the obvious next step and currently Sealskinz…

£30.00
Score 9

2toms buttshield

Chamois creams and their ilk are a delicate area - literally. 2Toms Buttshield isn't actually a traditional chamois cream. It's better than that.

£15.00
Score 10

Nukeproof Sam Hill Series

Sam Hill needs no introduction. The Antipodean ripper has been a household name for well over a decade and has deftly turned his hand to any form of racing. Currently…

£19.99
Score 9

mountain bike groupsets

SRAM Eagle is the new 1X drivetrain with distinctive 12-speed 10-50t cassette and chain hugging, X-Sync 2 chainring. How does it ride?

£977.00
Score 10

Scott knows a thing or two about XC. When you have riders of the quality of Olympic champions Nino Schurter and Jenny Rissveds giving you feedback then you can’t help…

£149.99
Score 9

K-Edge Gravity mount

I’ve always been apprehensive about mounting my expensive Garmin to the handlebars – mainly because the last thing you want to see in the aftermath of a spill is a…

£24.99
Score 8

EVOC CC 10L

The Evoc CC 10L is a mid sized pack aimed at shorter rides and races. That’s not to say it isn’t a good choice for all day epics in the…

£74.95
Score 9

100% Speedcraft SL

I’ll start by saying the 100% Speedcraft Sport are not sunglasses for the shy and retiring type. The style looks like it was dreamt up by someone with a penchant…

£159.99
Score 8

renthal fatbar 35

We ended up liking the precise control and shape of the Renthal FatBar 35 handlebar so much that it’s stayed put on our own bikes.

£69.95
Score 9

dainese trail skins

The Dainese Trail Skins 2 pads are very good value. Great quality. Comfortable, breathable with the right level of on-trail protection.

£69.99
Score 10