When Hannah saw the Rotor 13 speed drive train in Idaho, a few little details beyond the basic benefits of Moar Gears caught her eye. 1. Rotor 1×13 Pick And Mix First up is its modular design. There’s only one derailleur for both MTB and…
July 2019
New Santa Cruz Hightower and Juliana Maverick Bikes Launch
Today, Santa Cruz and its sister brand Juliana launched a new version of the Hightower. It’s the new Hightower and the women’s Maverick – its all-round 29er trail bike. First launched way back (in suspension terms) in 2016, the bike took the idea of the…
Stanton Bikes brings Titanium hardtail manufacture to the UK
After hitting a home run with its made in the UK full-suspension frames, Stanton Bikes is now adding UK made Titanium hardtails to the range. As much as we all love to see brands bring manufacturing back to the UK, it’s not always as simple…
Rotor 13-speed drivetrain – The Bike Place Show 2019
We took a little time to get up close and personal with Rotor's forthcoming 13-speed, hydraulically actuated, multi-purpose drivetrain.
Burgtec components and sexy staff bikes – The Bike Place Show 2019
Burgtec has the usual selection of quality bike bling on show at The Bike Place Show 2019, plus a couple of stunning custom Santa Cruz beauties. It’s always good to catch up with the guys from Burgtec to see what new parts they have for…
Welsh made Unite Components – The Bike Place Show 2019
Welsh designed and manufactured pedals, chainrings, stems and more from upstart brand Unite Components. Andi and Ross have spent the day at this year’s The Bike Place Show, and while many of the items they saw are under strict embargo, there are a few things…
First Look | Wild Rye Clothing – for women in the mountains
From Impact Sun Valley in Idaho, Hannah brings us a look at Wild Rye, a brand making mountain bike and ski clothing for women. When Cassie Abel started Wild Rye, she did so because she wanted functional and attractive clothing for riding mountain bikes and…