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Review
Bontrager RXL MTB shoes
The RXL is the top of the shop in Bontrager’s three shoe racing range. As such it gets all the benefits; heat-mouldable insoles, a ‘multi-position medial adjuster to dial-in top…
Vincero Design Stratus20 waterbottle & Edge16 mount
Since the Camelbak came out, 20 years ago, I’ve not paid much attention to water bottle technology. Apart from a few inventions like insulated bottles and slightly lighter cages, there’s…
RaceFace Canuck gloves
I am quite particular about summer gloves. I’ve been through a few pairs over the years, and I’ve developed a strong sense for what’s going to work for me, and…
ENVE 26in XC clincher rims
It’s impossible to review the Enve XC rims built into these wheels without first considering the price. ï¿¡700 is what some people consider expensive for a bike and the ï¿¡2000…
Five Ten Spitfire Mid Freeride shoes
I have to be honest here and say that I must have been one of the few mountain bikers in the world that didn’t really like Five Ten shoes when…
Timbuk2 Light Bright Messenger bag
Riding to work. Sounds like a wonderful idea now the sun is out, doesn’t it? Less appealing in the middle of winter though. A waterproof courier bag is a thing…
Gravity Light CSI flat handlebar and AL2014 stem
What makes a decent cockpit? You can’t beat plenty of width and ‘just enough’ depth (stop sniggering at the back). The Gravity Light brand is part of FSA and, as…
Rocket Fuel Hot Cup Energy Coffee
Self heating coffee for those cold days on the trails when you need your caffeine hit.
Nukeproof/DT Swiss 29in custom wheel build
Chainreaction Cycles do custom wheel builds. Jenn gave a pair of custom build Nukeproof/DT Swiss wheels three months worth of riding.
Cannondale Jekyll 3
Jamie spent winter on the travel adjustable Cannondale Jekyll 3. The aluminium version of Cannondale’s go anywhere, ride anything trail bike
Bionicon C-Guide V2
Bionicon have revisited the old DCD and given it a rather clever revamp for the new generation of chainslippers
Review: Whyte 146 S
Jon tests the most affordable Whyte 146 model, a UK designed lightweight carbon trail bike with new school geometry
Long Termer Review: Dave’s Santa Cruz Highball
Dave has spent six months aboard his carbon big wheeler - it may be called a 'race weapon' but what's it like every day?
Long Termer Review: Jamie’s Turner 5-Spot
Jamie's finally got all the bits to build his extra-large Turner 5-Spot together - what are his plans then?
Review: Sun Ringlé Charger Pro wheelset
Price: £479.99 From: Hotlines Tested: 12 months Wheelset reviews are a funny old game. You can’t really write much about their performance at first. Pretty much all non-cheap wheels these…
Louis Garneau Sotchi Gloves
Patrick tests a set of winter gloves from Canada - are they toasty or just stale bread?
Camelbak HAWG NV 30
One of the largest mountain biking hydration packs that Camelbak have ever produced.
X-Fusion Vengeance HLR
Benji tests an all mountain fork from X-Fusion that promises a lot - but does it deliver?
Transition Bikes Bandit Review
Matt took Transition Bikes all rounder all round the place - but does it live up to the promise?
Long Termer Review: Jon’s Intense Tracer 2
Jon's been riding the Tracer 2 all over the place - six months down the line here's a comprehensive review
Long Termer Review: Matt’s Lapierre Spicy 516 Video Update
Matt's got a quick video update on how his Spicy has got on this summer
Cube X-Race Pro Review
Sim's been over to the side of the skinny knobbly tyres with the bargain spec bike. Cross? No, he's liked it
Long Termer Review: Dave’s Santa Cruz Highball
So here’s the getting to know you bit about my new longtermer, a Santa Cruz Highball. Due to holidays, mag trips and deadlines I didn’t get time to write up…
Accelerade Advanced Sports Drink (Lemon Lime)
Tim K tests a sports drink that promises increased endurance and better muscle recovery
Long Termer Review: Yeti ASR5
Tom dB's been tweaking his Yeti with new wheels, a single ring setup and new brakes...
Troy Lee Designs Ace gloves
Work experience lad Ben G has had this set of gloves on test since he came to the office a few months back – here’s what he made of them……
Long Termers: Dave’s Kona Kilauea
I’ve been riding the Kona a lot recently, mainly due to my Cannondale Rush finally needing a bit of TLC after two winters of pretty solid use. Similar to my…
Fi’zi:k Gobi XM Muzzle saddle
Tim K reviews a version of the Gobi saddle that's got extra rubbery protection
Yeti ASR-5
We test an American trail bike that's good looking and lightweight - but is it a contender on the rough stuff?
Orange ST4 Pro
The shorter travel brother of the popular Orange Five - but is it obscured by the golden child's glare?
Scott Sports Roarban Long Sleeve
Looks like a cotton checked shirt is actually technical "pretty foul weather" top
Hammoon Longhorn
From: www.hammooncycles.com Tested: Two months RRP: £1240.00 for frame Hammoon is a few guys trying to make their dream come true and – if you’re in the market for a…
Rab Shadow Hoodie Jacket
Rab Shadow Hoodie Price: £120 From: www.rab.uk.com Tested: Continuously for four months The Shadow Hoodie isn’t really a jacket for riding in, it’s what I would call a ‘live-in-jacket’. In…
Long Termers: Sim’s Orange Five
When I originally ordered the Five from Orange I had in mind to hang SRAM’s new 2×10 X0 groupset off it. As is often the way though product release dates…
Long Termers: Jon’s Ghost AMR Lector 7700
Jon tweaks the carbon machine with a custom tuned Fox shock. Will it be harder, better, faster, stronger?
Longtermer – Finally. Matt’s Lapierre Spicy 517
Tested – 6 months with gaps so far. From – Hotlines. RRP £3299.00 Ahhh – It had been an emotional time with the Spicy – a good year , only…