In Issue #116 of Singletrack Magazine, Wil and the crew tested three new generation full suspension XC race bikes. Read on for the full review of the 2018 Giant Anthem…
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Review: The new Rudy Project Sintryx is a sunglasses transformer in disguise
Ben Gerrish is one of our crash test dummies based up in the South Lakes, who also makes a regular habit of travelling further afield to embark on riding adventures…
Review: The Shimano AM901 is good enough for Rachel Atherton, but is it good enough for regular trail riding?
If you’ve been flicking through fresh pages of the current issue of Singletrack Magazine, you may have already read our in-depth technical feature about the latest generation of platform clip-in pedals.…
Review: The adaptable ION Haze Gloves have a very clever trick up their sleeve
To be honest, finding the right pair of cold weather riding gloves can be a bit of a battle. There are plenty of them on the market, but finding a…
Review: Endura adds a new ‘Pullover’ option of its popular MT500 Waterproof Jacket – but is it more comfortable?
Forgive me if March seems a little tardy to be reviewing a full-blown rain jacket. But really – who are you trying to kid? A jacket like this can be…
Longterm Review: Is the 2018 RockShox Lyrik RCT3 the butteriest of them all?
For 2018, both Fox and RockShox have come out swinging with updates to their long-travel suspension forks: Fox with its new 36, and RockShox with the new Lyrik. Over the…
Review: Starling Cycles Taiwanese-Made Murmur Factory 29er
Our very own in-house office wildebeest, Rossco, has been playing about on the new Murmur Factory from Starling Cycles. With its slender steel tubing and progressive frame geometry, would it…
Miss your twin rings but nowhere to hang a mech? The Vyro FrEn 1 could be the answer
Is this the future of front shifting? Sanny takes a look at the latest tech from Austrian design gurus, VYRO.
Cheap on price, but not on performance; we test and review Shimano’s entry-level Deore M6000 groupset
With very little fanfare, Shimano quietly unveiled its new Deore M6000 groupset last year. We got our test groupset in before Xmas, and put it in the hands of a…
Review: Syncros integrates a pump, multi-tool and bottle cage into the Matchbox Tailor HV+
The bike industry is falling over itself at the minute to develop ways of stashing kit on your bike, rather than on your back, but many of the solutions on…
Women’s Specific Geometry On The Canyon Spectral WMN CF SLX 9.0 – How Different Can It Be? Read Our First Ride Review Here
Amanda has just returned from the south of France with a huge smile on her face, and it's not down to the wine.
29in front, 27.5+ back, and Shimano STEPS in the middle. Canyon welcomes you to the e-Party with the unique Spectral:ON!
In huge news from the German direct-to-consumer brand, Canyon is launching its first e-MTB. Called the Spectral:ON, this is an e-bike that has been a long time in the making,…
Review: Is it pants or trousers? When they fit as well as these ION Shelters, who cares!
According to my unofficial trailside surveys over the past six months, 78% of UK mountain bikers seem to be growing curious about the concept of riding trousers. Or pants, as…
Review: Merida One-Sixty 7000
The One-Sixty is Merida’s longest travel full suspension bike, with 160mm of rear travel and a 170mm travel fork. Designed as a big, burly all-mountain rig made for going down…
Review: Deuter Attack Enduro 16 Bag – capable of carrying a full face helmet
Hannah'd been carrying and crashing this pack around for 7 months - how has she got on?
Smoove Universal Chain Lube – does it live up to the hype? | Review
So good, Huw wants a bigger bottle.
Review: Genesis Longitude – big adventures and a small price tag?
A bike that might just have you heading over the hills and far away
Singletrack Recommended: Watch Out Schwalbe & Maxxis – Kenda’s New Hellkat Pro Tyre Is Brilliant
You like acronyms? With DTC, ATC and even KSCT, the Hellkat Pro is sure to please your NFA.
Review: Bontrager Vella Stormshell, A Jacket Amanda Is Actually Willing To Wear
Amanda discovers why people invest in a good waterproof jacket.
Review: DMR V-Twin Pedals – Clip-in pedals from the kings of flats
The V-Twin is DMR's first clip-in pedal. So does it live up to the same standard as the Vault & V8 flat pedals?
Is This The Best All Rounder 29er Tyre? Reviewed: Maxxis High Roller II
Somewhere in the middle when it comes to grip, width and weight - but are they top performers?
Review: Funn Ripper Pedals – does a huge platform deliver big smiles?
Like the idea of clipping in but still want the feel of a big platform flat pedal? Funn answers your dilemma with the enormous Ripper
If You’re Not Sam Hill, Read This Review: Nukeproof Horizon CL Pedals
Nukeproof might be better known for its #flatpedalthunder, but the Horizon CL is a brilliant clip-in pedal for those who want a big platform
Review: Xpedo GFX Pedals – clip in platform pedals from a brand with 30 years experience
Well-made platform pedals that slip under the £100 mark
All Mountain Carbon Wheelset Review: DT Swiss XMC1200 Spline 30
Does this droolworthy wheelset, which ticks all the boxes of a modern trail set-up, live up to expectations?
Need More Range On Your 1×11 Drivetrain? We review the enormous 11-50t MX80 cassette from SunRace
This huge 454% cassette could have your legs and wallet smiling
Review: Fox Gets Slippery Smooth With The 2018 Factory Series 36
Big Barney & Wee Wil put the 2018 Fox 36 Float to the test - how do these different sized riders get on?
Not All Sapphires Are Blue – This DVO Fork Is An Absolute Gem
The Sapphire is the latest trail fork from DVO, and Andi is very impressed with this one
Longterm Test: Is the Rock Shox Bluto the fat bike fork of choice?
Two years of testing and a questionable service history - how do these fat bike forks fare?
Review: 2018 Trek Slash 9.7 – it flatters you into thinking you’re a riding god!
If you get your kicks from heading downhill over rough terrain as quickly as possible, then the Trek Slash simply has to be at the top of your shopping list.
Review: Scott MTB Heater GTX Winter Boots. The Most Important Component For Winter Riding?
Hannah tests these waterproof boots from Scott Sports
Longterm Review: SRAM GX Eagle 1×12 Drivetrain
SRAM's GX Eagle has lowered the price of entry for 1x12 drivetrains. But how tough and durable is it? Here's our longterm review
Weight Weeny Wheels For Fat Bikers! Reviewed: DT Swiss BR2250 Wheels
Are these superlight fat bike wheels from DT Swiss a game changer?
Crank Brothers Stamp 3 Pedal Review
If you don't mind the slight weight increase over the more expensive models, the Crank Stamp 3 are reliable pedals with long warranty and decent grip.
We Test & Review 3 Alloy Full Suspension Bikes That Prove Carbon Isn’t The Be-All, And End-All
Barney sets out to test three bikes made of metal, not plastic
Review: The £2199 YT Jeffsy AL One 29 Is One Of The Best Value Trail Bikes We’ve Ever Tested
The build kit on this bike is insanely good for the money
Review: The Mavic XA Elite Wheelset Is Less Than £500 And Is Tough As Nails
We gave a set of Mavic XA Elite wheels to our resident wheel destroyer to see just how durable they are
Who Needs Carbon? We Test & Review The 2018 Santa Cruz Tallboy Alloy R
Santa Cruz is best known for its carbon bling-wagons, but it makes bloody brilliant alloy frames too
Review: The 2018 Norco Sight A2 29er Shows Just How Good Alloy Mountain Bikes Can Be
Barney gives us his review of the alloy version of the 2018 Norco Sight 29er
Review: The SealSkinz Highland May Just Be The Best Winter Gloves Going
If our resident Australian isn't cold in these, that's probably a good sign
Review: Is The 2018 RockShox Pike RCT3 Still Master Of The Mountain?
Should you upgrade to a 2018 Pike? James swapped his '16 fork for a shiny new one to find out
Review: Alpkit Ordos 2 Tent – for fun with a friend?
Does this superlight two man tent deliver bang for your buck?
ST Recommended: Crank Brothers Goes For Mega Reliability With The 160mm Travel Highline Dropper Post
With 160mm of travel, the Crank Brothers Highline is one of the most reliable dropper posts we've ever tested
Review: The Pace RC127+ Is A Steel Hardtail Designed Around New-School 2.6in Tyres
Yorkshire born and tested, we put the Pace RC127+ through its paces. Sorry.
Review: This Specialized Command WU Seatpost Drops And Tilts Too! But Is That A Good Thing™?
The Command WU dropper post has 150mm of 'effective' travel, but just how effective is the tilting saddle on the trail? Check out Ben's review here
Review: This 800mm Wide Spank Vibrocore Handlebar Will Help To Smooth Your Ride
Is a foam-filled handlebar snake oil? Or the real deal? Andi gets testing to find out
Review: The Showers Pass IMBA Jacket Is A Waterproof Jacket By Mountain Bikers, For Mountain Bikers
Hannah finds that the International Mountain Bicycling Association knows a thing or two about jackets
The Be Cool Edition – We Test & Review The 2018 Rocky Mountain Instinct BC Edition
The BC Edition of the Rocky Mountain Instinct is the longest travel 29er from the Canadian brand. But is it too much bike? Antony gives us the lowdown
Rise Of The Machines – This £250 Device Automatically Lubricates Your Chain
If you forget to lubricate your chain regularly, the Flaér Revo Terra Chain Performance System could be exactly what you need
Review: Endura’s MT500 Waterproof Trousers Claim To Keep You Dry
At £139, these are Endura's premium overtrousers. But are the MT500s actually waterproof?
Battle of the e-MTBs: Focus Jam2 VS Specialized Turbo Levo
Mark puts two of the best e-MTBs against each other to see which one is the best