Reviews

Evoc Trail Pro 16 Review – a light weight backpack with protection

Evoc’s new Trail Pro backpack offers Level 2 certified back protection in a light weight pack. There are three size options: 10 litre, 16 litre and 26 litre. None include...

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Review: Fi’zi:k Gravita Versor Flat Shoes

Have the Fi’zi:k Gravita Versor flat shoes knocked Andi’s current favourite flat pedal show off their podium? There is a lot to be unhappy about in the world, but I...

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Microshift Advent X 1 x 10 drivetrain review: not just for budget builds

I’ve been testing the Microshift Advent X on a number of bikes over the past few months and I’ve come away a believer! Editors’ Choice 2021 This product features in...

Drivetrain

Review: The Pole Taival Frameset is long but not unwieldy

Earlier in the year, Andi took delivery of a Pole Taival frameset, a bike that has helped rekindle his love of steel hardtails once again. I’ve had a lot of...

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Oakley Sutro S Glasses with Prizm Trail Torch

The Oakley Sutro S are a scaled-down version of the somewhat over the top Sutro model. With a smaller overall size, these will suit either the smaller of face or...

Eyewear

Monday Mini Review: Nukeproof Horizon V2 Wheelset

Nukeproof are quickly becoming the kings of sensible, long-lasting kit, so what does Andi make of the Nukeproof Horizon V2 wheelset? What are they? They’re wheels and they give your...

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Troy Lee Designs A3 Helmet | Monday Mini Review

Released earlier in the year, the Troy Lee Design A3 helmet promises maximum comfort, ultimate style and all-over safety. What is it? The Troy Lee Designs A3 helmet is the...

Helmets

Sweet Protection Ronin Max RIG Glasses Review

The Ronin Max RIG from Sweet Protection are designed for maximum coverage and performance during high intensity sport activities. Available in the Standard Ronin, and the Ronin Max, the Max...

Eyewear

Marzocchi Bomber Z1 Coil and Bomber CR Coil Shock Review

Intro When it was originally launched way back in 1997, the Marzocchi Bomber caused something of a stir. I don’t think there would be many riders to argue against it...

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Continental Kaiser Protection Apex 29 x 2.4 Review

James Vincent tests the Continental Kaiser on the knob ripping rocks of the Lake District. Find out how they performed in this review. Brand: Continental Product: Kaiser Protection Apex From:...

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First Ride Review of the new Pirelli Scorpion Enduro S, Trail S and Enduro R tyres

Pirelli says that “Power is Nothing Without Control” so how does the new range of Pirelli Scorpion Enduro and Trail tyres perform? Just over 2 years ago, Pirelli launched the...

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Review: Fovno N Power Automated Pneumatic Bike Carrier

The Fovno N Power Automated Pneumatic bike carrier could be the solution to small and impractical car/bike interface. I have a problem, a problem that I believe affects quite a...

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Review: Merida Ninety Six 8000 don’t call it “down country”

When is a cross-country bike not a cross-country bike? When it has bigger tyres on it? Whilst that’s clearly a silly question given the years of work and squillions spent...

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Propain Hugene Performance Review | One bike to rule them all?

In recent months, you might be more familiar with Propain’s Spindrift being hucked off all manner of ridiculous gaps by crazy Frenchman Remy Metailler. If such gnarly sends aren’t on...

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Michelin Wild Enduro tyre review: hero dirt friendly grip grabber

Looking for extra grip and safety on the trail to enjoy that hero dirt? Andi thinks he’s found the perfect partner with the Michelin Wild Enduro Tyre. Editors’ Choice 2021...

Review

ION Scrub Flat Pedal Shoe Review

German apparel and protection brand ION have a pretty comprehensive range of riding shoes with plenty of options in both flat and clipless varieties. I’ve spent the last six months...

Foot Wear

Stanton Switchback Gen 3 Review

I had mixed feelings coming to this Stanton Switchback Gen 3. Firstly, I’ve often slavered a little at Stanton frames friends have had, as they always look immaculate. When they...

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Salsa Cassidy and Blackthorn Review – One frame, two dream builds

There are times when this whole bike testing thing can be such a drag, man. Being faced with the prospect of riding a less than ideal BSO* with poorly specced…

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Crankbrothers Stamp Lace flat shoe review

Is 4 years of development time enough for the Crankbrothers Stamp Lace flat shoe to make a mark on the MTB shoe market? Editors’ Choice 2021 This product features in...

Foot Wear

Five Ten Trailcross XT Review – fast drying flat pedal shoes

Combining Five Ten’s super sticky Stealth Phantom rubber sole, and technology from the Terrex trail running range, the Five Ten Trailcross shoes have been designed for what they call ‘adventure...

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Vee Tire Attack HPL Review – amazing grip and puncture protection

The Vee Tire Attack HPL tyre might have only been released to the public a few weeks ago, but I’ve been testing this new all-rounder for a few months already....

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Review: 2021 Saracen Ariel 30

Saracen is back in a big way and its major focus for the moment is the brand new Ariel line. Redesigned from the ground up, while still retaining the multi-link...

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Islabikes Creig 26 Children’s Bike – Long Term Test

Could this be the best kids bike on the market today?

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Shimano ME502 Review – An all round trail riding shoe?

Updated for 2021, The Shimano ME502 (or ME5 for short) can be found nestled in Shimano’s Enduro/Trail category along with the ME7 Enduro shoe, and their more insulated winter counterparts.…

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Review: Fox Flexair Neoshell Water Waterproof Jacket

The Flexair Neoshell Water jacket is a new addition to Fox’s range for this winter. Designed to keep you dry and comfortable in the worst possible conditions, Fox has constructed...

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Oxford Aqua Evo Waterproof Backpacks – for wet commutes?

Are the Oxford Aqua Evo backpacks the waterproof luggage solution you’ve been looking for? The Oxford Aqua Evo bags both have a waterproof rating of IPX-6, which means they should...

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Staff Bike Test: Hannah’s Stooge MK4

This article was first published in Issue 129 of Singletrack Magazine. Sometime during high school I had an epiphany: the cool kids were always going to think I was a...

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Staff Bike Test: Chipps’ Ibis Ripley MK4

This article was first published in Issue 129 of Singletrack Magazine. The first Ibis Ripley, back in 2001 or so, was an alloy softail, a pretty advanced bike for the...

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Staff Bike Test: Andi’s Commencal Meta AM 29 SRAM Edition

This article was first published in Issue 129 of Singletrack Magazine. The Commencal Meta has been around for quite a while now, but every so often the bike receives an...

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Staff Bike Test: Amanda’s Juliana Maverick Carbon CC XO1 Reserve

This article was first published in Issue 129 of Singletrack Magazine. As I pushed back up a certain (pretty large, for me at least) feature on a huge loop in...

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