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Charge keeps steel real for 2018 Plug

The do-anything classic gets an update and a return to its roots

First Look: Alpkit Rando bikepacking luggage

Alpkit have a new premium range of bikepacking luggage out. Before Rachel takes it out and gets it all dirty, she gives us a first look lowdown.

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First Look: Pinnacle Arkose LTD 2017

We get our hands on the top-spec, limited edition \"adventure road\" bike from Pinnacle, the Arkose LTD.

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Fat Chance Launches Versatile US-Made Chris Cross

Check out the stunning Chris Cross from iconic US brand, Fat Chance.

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First Look: NS RAG+

We\'ve got our hands on this dirt loving drop bar beast

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First Look: Shimano XC7 Shoes

Want to know more about the new Shimano XC7 shoes? We\'ve got a pair in for testing, so read on for lots of photos, specs and confirmed weights on these…

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wtb tyres tires tubeless tcs nano riddler 700c exposure

Received: 700c Rubber From WTB

WTB appear to have it covered when it comes to wide 700c rubber, and we\'ve got a selection of different treads to test out over the coming months. Check out…

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Received: Hunt 4Season Gravel Disc Wheels

We get our first look at these lovely handbuilt hoops from Hunt Wheels. Wide, tubeless ready, disc specific and with a very attractive sticker price.

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First Look: Specialized SAWTOOTH 700x42c tyres

Fresh all-road rubber from Specialized.

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Exclusive first look: Shimano S-PHYRE XC9 shoes

We\'ve been very lucky today! Not only do we get to learn about the new Shimano S-Phyre XC9 shoes, but we actually have a pair to ogle at too!

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Received: Mavic Crossride SL Elite shoes

We\'ve just taken possession of Mavic\'s Crossride SL Elite shoe. Kicks designed for mountain biking, but good for cyclcocross.

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Received: Specialized AWOL Comp

The Specialized AWOL is a stealthy black adventure bike with some nicely fat tyres.

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Received: Gore Bike Wear Jacket & Bib Shorts

Gore Bike Wear delivers some new apparel for your damp spring riding.

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Received: Frog Bikes Road / Cross 67

Th Frog Bikes Road / Cross 67 is a children\'s bicycle that will have your kids smiling from ear to ear.

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Received: Genesis Croix de Fer 20

The Genesis Croix de Fer 20 is in for some fine off-road riding, and here\'s our first look.

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Received: On-One Bish Bash Bosh Adventure Bike

This carbon fiber fat-tire, drop-bar bike seems set to conquer all manner of bicycle terrain.

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Received: Viner Super Prestige Cyclocross Bike

The Viner Super Prestige is a carbon fiber cyclocross bike with Italian heritage. And a Belgian name.

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Book Review: Basic Illustrated Bike Touring and Bikepacking

Looking to get into getting out there (way out there) on your bike? Check out this interesting guide.

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Received: Horst Cyclocross Spikes

After-market toe spikes are a brilliant idea, and we\'ve got some in for a proper test.

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Received: IRC Serac CX Mud Tubeless Tyres

The IRC Serac CX Mud Tubeless Tyres are in and ready to be part of our upcoming tubless tyre group test.

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Received: Raleigh Roker Pro

From one of the oldest bike manufacturers in the world comes this thoroughly modern all-rounder bicycle.

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Received: Gore Bike Wear

As the seasons turn more cold and more wet, we\'ll be checking out the latest from Gore Bike Wear on our rides.

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Received: Ridley X-Trail C20

Finally, an off-road rig from the Belgians. The Ridley X-Trail is in our hands for a thorough test.

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Received: Infinite – Apogee Road Pump with CO2

The Infinite Apogee Road Pump is a well-designed on-the-bike pump that also has CO2 capabilities.

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Received: Santa Cruz Stigmata

The Santa Cruz Stigmata recently appeared in the palms of our hands, and we already had it between the tape this weekend.

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Received: Kona Private Jake

Insert martial pun here...

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Received: Wilderness Trail Bikes – NANO 40c TCS Tyres

James has already reviewed the WTB Nano 40c tyres, now here are the tubeless version!

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Received: Specialized Diverge Carbon Di2

The Specialized Diverge Carbon Di2 is quite an adaptable bike. Our test version is carbon fiber and fitted with Di2!

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Received: Wolf Tooth Components Drop Stop Chainring

Jim has just fastened the Wolf Tooth Components Drop Stop Chainring to his bike, and here\'s the preview.

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Received: Islabikes Luath 700 Kid’s Bike

Kids are people, too. Islabikes knows this. We know this. Thus...here\'s the kid\'s cyclocross bike we\'ll be reviewing.

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