No longer a nervous XC race bike, the 2017 Giant Anthem packs more travel and a dialled build kit to make this Giant's most capable Anthem yet.
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Review: Box Components 1×11 Derailleur & Shifter
Does Box Components have what it takes to stick it to Shimano & SRAM? We've been testing the Box One 1x11 derailleur and shifter to see if it can.
Review: Trek Fuel EX 9 29
The Fuel EX is Trek's most popular full suspension bike. So, is the 2017 version the best yet? Wil gets stuck in to find out.
Review: Specialized Camber Comp Carbon 29
Slotting in between the Epic XC race bike and the long-travel Stumpjumper, the Camber aims to be the trail bike for all.
Review: SRAM NX Groupset
Yes - an entire SRAM NX groupset costs less than an Eagle 12-speed cassette. Tom Hill tests SRAM's bargain basement 1x11 drivetrain.
Review: Alchemy Arktos
The Alchemy Arktos is a bonafide superbike. But does the performance live up to the looks? We've been riding one to find out.
WTB Warden TCS Tough High Grip Tyre
Just how good is the WTB Warden tyre? James Vincent has been putting a set through its paces, and he reckons this is one of the best.
Endura MT500 Waterproof Jacket II Review
Is the Endura MT500 Waterproof Jacket II is as good as it looks on paper? We take the MT500 to task to see how this winter riding jacket stacks up.
Review: ION Collision Softshell Pants
Pants, trousers, slacks, or pantaloons - how did Hannah get on with this leg wear?
Review: Rapha Light And Medium Support Sports Bras
Hannah tests out two cycling specific bras from Rapha
2017 Intense Tracer 275C Factory Review
James Love has been testing an early Intense Tracer sample for the last few months and here's his in-depth first test
Review: Intense Recluse Elite
Intense Cycles wants you to #getlooseonarecluse. So over the past six months, we've been doing exactly that.
Review: ITUO XP2 & XP3 Lights
Chinese brand ITUO is aiming to bring high performance LED lights to a more accessible price point. So, how did the XP2 and XP3 go in our group test?
Review: Hope R2 & R8+ Lights
We test the compact Hope R2 light, and the massively-bright Hope R8+ light as part of our Combo Light Group Test.
Review: Gloworm CX Trail & X2 Lights
Kiwi brand Gloworm has been producing high-powered LED bike lights for a few years now. We check out the latest X2 and the CX Trail lights from Gloworm.
Review: Exposure Diablo MK8 & Toro MK8 Lights
The Diablo & Toro MK8 are the newest iterations of Exposure's popular helmet and handlebar lights. Made in the UK with a neat cable-free design.
Reviewed: OWN FR01 Shoes
Only What's Necessary aimed to change the way we think about riding shoes, but did they succeed?
Review: Smith Optics Rover MTB Helmet
Equipped with Koroyd and MIPS technology, the Rover from Smith Optics is designed as a cheaper alternative to the Forefront.
Review: Shimano Deore XT M8000 1×11 Groupset
Back in Issue #102, Chipps delivered us his experience with the long-awaited Shimano Deore XT drivetrain.
Review: Giro Jacket Flat Pedal Shoes
Crayons adorns some new flat pedal riding shoes from Giro. Do the Jackets have what it takes to stick it to Five Ten, Shimano & Specialized? Find out here
Review: Canyon Exceed CF SLX 9.9
At less than 900 grams, the Canyon Exceed has one of the lightest carbon hardtail frames in the world.
Review: Lezyne Digital Pressure Over Drive Floor Pump
Lezyne gives us its take on a floor pump designed to help you with tubeless tyre installation.
Review: Gore One GTX Pro Jacket
£350 is a lot of money, so Tom investigates to find out whether you should spend it on the Gore One GTX waterproof cycling jacket.
Haglöfs L.I.M Down +1 Sleeping Bag
Is this the ultimate sleeping bag for the ultralight bikepacker or is it a case of less not being more? Sanny checks out the Haglöfs L.I.M.
Review: Whyte 529
So, what does 900 quid get you these days? The Whyte 529 is an alloy hardtail with a 66.5° head angle and a penchant for speed.
Review: Genesis Core 30
The Core 30 is a super-fun hardtail that advanced riders will love as much as the beginners. Wil gives us the lowdown from Issue #109.
Review: Diamondback Heist 3.0+
The Diamondback Heist is a 27.5 plus hardtail that comes with a dropper post, air-sprung suspension and a 1x11 drivetrain - for less than £1000.
Review: Sealskinz Dragon Eye MTB Gloves
Do you suffer from cold hands during the winter riding season? Hannah goes on a quest to see if the Dragon Eye mountain bike gloves are what her hands need.
First Look Review: Ibis Ripley LS
Rob runs us through a first look of his shiny new long term test bike, the Ibis Ripley LS
Review: ION Neo Waterproof Bike Gloves
The ION Neo is a waterproof mountain bike glove that's built with stretchy Neoprene. Wil puts them to the test in his first season of proper British winter riding.
Review: The Sticky Pod Organiser Pouch
Looking for a storage solution for your multi-tool, spare chain links and tyre levers? The Sticky Pod is available in two sizes and keeps all the essentials in one handy…
Review: Pivot Cycles Mach 4 Carbon Longterm
Chipps spent 12 months aboard the Mach 4 Carbon from Pivot Cycles and gave us this longterm review from Issue #105 of Singletrack Magazine.
Review: Showers Pass Padded Bike Shorts Liner
Wil gets caught with his pants down and gives us his honest review of the Men's Liner Cycling Shorts from Showers Pass.
Review: Trail Helmet Group Test
Looking for a trail helmet guide? Then check out Barney's feature on some of the top trail helmets from Giro, Bell, Met, POC, Smith, Lazer and more.
Mid-Review Report: NS Eccentric Cromo
As the first 29er mountain bike from NS, just how well does this modern steel hardtail perform? Andi fills us in on how he is getting on with the NS…
Review: Oakley Mainlink With Prescription Lenses
Hannah takes the plunge with prescription glasses ordered from Shade Station over the Internet
Review: Osprey Radial 26 Pack
Is this pack everything that a commuter needs when tackling the urban jungle? Jason gets down and dirty in the city with the Osprey Radial.
Gore Phantom Print 2.0 Windstopper Soft Shell Jacket Review
A jacket that doubles as a gilet? How does that work? Sanny dons his inner Action Man with this stealthy camo number from Gore Bike Wear.
Review: Specialized Burra Burra Bikepacking Bags
Specialized recently launched a new range of bikepacking accessories including a frame bag, top tube pack, handlebar bag, and seat pack.
TrackR Bravo Review
Ever lost anything? Then you'll want to read Andi's review of the TrackR Bravo - a small device that'll help you track down your valuables.
POC Tectal Race Helmet Review
The POC Tectal is a high-tech trail helmet with some very clever features that you hopefully won't need to use.
Surly Ice Cream Truck Long Term Review No 4 – Time To Give It Back
The time has come for Sanny to say goodbye to his long termer. Has it been an affair to remember or an encounter to forget?
Review: Camelbak Skyline LR 10
The Camelbak Skyline LR recently won an Editors Choice Award. Want to know why it's such a good pack? Then read on...
Review: Yep Components Uptimizer HC Dropper Post
The Uptimizer is a Swiss-made dropper post from Yep Components. As you'd expect, it works very well indeed.
Review: Praxis 10-Speed Wide Range Cassette
Praxis Works offers a brilliant solution for riders with 1x10 drivetrains who want a bigger gear spread.
Review: Saracen Kili Flyer Carbon X
Chipps has had plenty of time to get to know the Kili Flyer - Saracen's 120mm carbon trail bike. Read on for his longterm review.
Review: Stans No Tubes ZTR Bravo Wheels
After five months of thrashing aboard a Kona Process 153, how did the Stans Bravo carbon wheels fair? Read James' full review here.
Review: Osprey Raptor 10
Osprey offers the Raptor backpack in 6 litre, 10 litre and 14 litre options. Rachel put the Raptor 10 to the test.
