Reviews

160mm Bike Test: Brit Boxed Burly Bikes

What do you do with three bikes that are hard to pigeonhole? You ride them, a lot, and enjoy it.

Bird Aeris 9 review

The Bird Aeris 9 is a 160mm travel full suspension 29er made out of aluminium. Designed, specced and assembled in Britain.

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Privateer 161 GX review

4-bar is one of the oldest designs in biking (hey, it clearly works), so it was always the geometry that was the USP of the Privateer 161 GX.

Bikes

Saracen Ariel 60 Pro review

Despite the rolling of years, changes in wheel size options, suspension technology improvements, the Ariel 160 Pro remains true to its origins.

Bikes

Ultimate Vybe GR Suspension Seatpost – Active When You Need It

The Ultimate Vybe GR suspension seatpost has 50mm of tuneable, vertical active travel to absorb bumps and rough terrain. Things I liked: Things I would change: When you order the...

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Fizik Terra Artica GTX Off-Road Winter SPD Cycling Shoe

The Fizik Terra Artica GTX shoes, arguably a boot, feature waterproof GORE-TEX outer layer and an insulating, breathable fleece lining throughout. The closure is a fast combination of a Velcro...

Foot Wear 5

Sweet Protection Arbitrator MIPS Helmet Review

The Sweet Protection Arbitrator MIPS helmets is the Norwegian brand\'s foray into the increasingly popular convertible helmet market.

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Transition Smuggler: First Ride Review

Tim Wild gets a sneak ride on the new Transition Smuggler before its UK release. Snozberry Spectacular! The bike is due for release in the UK through Windwave in early…

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New SRAM X0 Eagle AXS: First Ride Thoughts

The new SRAM X0 Eagle AXS drivetrain requires a UDH equipped frame. Why? To enable a direct bolt-on mounting method that\'s designed for robustness and ridiculous shift under-load capability.

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Exposure Six Pack MK12 Review

The Exposure Six Pack MK12 is the flagship off-road riding light from British illumination experts. Over 5,000 lumens of trail torching.

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Exposure Zenith MK2 review

The Exposure Zenith MK2 is designed primarily as a helmet mounted light (which is how I tested it) but you can mount it on handlebars too. This latest MK2 version...

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Goodyear Newton MTF and MTR review

The Goodyear Newton tyres are as hefty as they are grippy, and as such they represent a solid choice - perhaps in more ways than one.

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Ibis Mojo 4 review

The Ibis Mojo makes a great case for the validity of the 27.5 trail bike, with a nimble, poppy bike that’s happy to take on anything.

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Mavic Crossmax XL S: mid-term review

The Mavic Crossmax XL S is the flagship alloy trail wheelset from French wheel aficionados Mavic. Touted as the best they’ve ever made.

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Falke Merino Wool Tech Tights and Vest review

Whether you\'re just not putting the heating on, or you\'re out being active, these Falke Merino base layers will keep you cosy.

Clothing 9

Magicshine Monteer 8000S Galaxy V2 review

For all out brightness, the Magicshine Monteer 8000S is a great light. But does that mean it\'s for you? It might depend on who you ride with.

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JoGo Straw review: decent coffee on the move?

Is the JoGo Straw the answer to lo-faff tasty coffee on the move? And does it work with herbal tea? We put the kettle on to find out.

Camping 7

BikeTag Review: On-BIke AirTag Storage

If you’re looking for a stealthy solution to hiding an Apple AirTag on your mountain bike, BikeTag is one of the more secure.

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140mm Suspension Fork Group Test

140mm Suspension Forks AKA Best Modest Travel Trail Forks. Which fork for real world riders on real world trails? Benji has the results. There\'s more to this story But it\'s…

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WHY 2K? Full-suspension bikes under £2000 test

Benji and Rhys look at the world of £2k full suspension bikes. Can a good ride be had at this price? There\'s more to this story But it\'s a member-only…

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Revel Rascal XT Build review

The Revel Rascal XT Build is a good-looking, playful machine that will back you up when the going gets tough, whether that’s uphill or down.

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Boardman MTR 8.9 review

The Boardman MTR 8.9 has an awful lot going for it.The cover of this book may look 2013, but it reads just in 2023.

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Jamis Faultline A2 review

With a steeper seat angle, this Jamis Faultline A2 would be amazing. That one change would make all the difference.

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Vitus Mythique VRX 27 Review

With the Vitus Mythique VRX 27 the brand has created an entry level trail shredder without the limiting entry level geometry of old.

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Time Speciale 12 Enduro Pedal review

The Time Speciale 12 Enduro pedals offer great contact for your feet but they ain’t exactly cheap! They do look rather fetching though...

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Schwalbe Magic Mary review

The Schwalbe Magic Mary is a trail tyre par excellence. Fear not, this is not a new \'reworked\' version of The Mary. Not new. Still amazing.

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Mudhugger MK2 Rear Mudguard review

Mudguardmeisters Mudhugger recently came out with Mudhugger MK2 Rear mudguard. Reusable velcro straps, rubber inserts, BB extender.

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DMT WKM1 Waterproof Boots review

Lightweight and plenty waterproof, the DMT WKM1 boots - or are they shoes? - might be just what you\'ve been looking for.

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Buyers Guide to the Best Mountain Bike Glasses

I try to wear glasses all the time. As a short-sighted blindo I am used to such face furniture. The best mountain bike glasses are few and far between in…

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Giro Source MIPS Helmet review

The Giro Source MIPS helmets should definitely be at the top of your try-on list. It’s one of few helmets that I’m not in a rush to remove.

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