Over the past few months, Andi has been rocking the bright red Alpinestars Vector Tech Pilot helmet with MIPS and he’s come away impressed! Alpinestars might be best known for their motorbike clothing, but over the years the brand has been responsible for mountain bikes…
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Alpinestars Trail Attack Heads to Antur Stiniog
We’ve just heard that Alpinestars’ popular ‘It’s a knockout/devil take the hindmost/battle to the death’ downhill trail racing event will return at the end of June. And this time the venue moves from Hamsterley to a new venue of Antur Stiniog in North Wales on…
FGF 438: The Elbows Out And Lean In Edition of Fresh Goods Friday
What a week. Totally Mega. Chipps was away at something secret. At least he says he was. Being at something secret would be good cover for just lounging around in a hot tub. The rest of us have been beavering away at our computers, and…
If You Don’t Own A Flannel Shirt, Are You Really A Mountain Biker?
There’s no denying it, flannel shirts are a staple item of a mountain biker’s wardrobe. Some might say they are our uniform, or even a shirt of honour, worn to let others know that we’re outdoorsy. Fashion-proof in the sense that they are (and always…
Fresh Kit For Your Kids: New shoes, packs, helmets & the tiniest back protector
There’s pleasure to be had in pulling on nice riding kit – and practicality too. Protective elements, fabric that won’t rip or chafe, and ventilation in all the right places can all make a ride much more comfortable. So while it’s easy to think that…
Heads, Torsos, Knees & Elbows – Eurobike Protection Round Up
Falling off hurts just a little bit less when you’re kitted up with pads and helmets – unless of course you gouge your leg in the inevitable gap between two bits of protection. We didn’t find any gap eliminating onesie padded suits – in fact…
Review: 4 highlights from Alpinestars for the eternal British winter
I don’t reckon I’m alone when I proclaim that this winter in the UK has absolutely sucked. It has sucked all of the enthusiasm and joy out of me that should have been on tap for a warming spring release. That release hasn’t really happened…
Wil’s Top 5 Products Of 2017 – The Singletrack Editors’ Choice Awards
Our Technical Editor's favourite products of 2017
Killer Hardtails Photoshoot With Alpinestars
Alpinestars kitted out our intrepid staffers on their recent trip out to Innsbruck to test a trio of hardtails for the current issue of Singletrack.
14 Knee Pads Tested & Reviewed
Which knee pad came out on top in our 14-way Pads For Pedalling group test? We investigate the latest knee pads designed for XC, trail and enduro riders
Review: Alpinestars Paragon Knee Pads – Winner Best Value
The Alpinestars Paragon knee pads take out the Best Value award in our 'Pads For Pedalling' group test. See why here;
PressCamp 2017: Alpinestars
Alpinestars introduces the new Paragon bib short, with integrated spine protection and a sleeve for your hydration reservoir
Fresh Goods Friday 349
Hup hup hup! We're half way through the year! Only 50% more Fresh Goods Fridays to come...
Alpinestars MTB Trail Attack In Hamsterley Forest
The Alpinestars MTB Trail Attack is a brand new event for 2017, with a new race format that sounds like an absolute hoot! Details within
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It's the Friday before Christmas, which means another edition of FRESH GOODS FRIDAY! Get inside for your pre-Xmas treats from Orange, Alpinestars, Paul Components and more!
Enduro World Series Finale – Expo Highlights
Like a show and demo weekend all rolled into one, this year saw the launch of FLOW – Finale Ligure On Wheels,
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Everything that's wholesome, pure and - critically - new in the office this week
Eurobike 2014: Dave’s Photo Gallery Part One
Here's a catch up on all the extra Eurobike product that caught our eye whilst rushing between halls...
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We’ll kick this week’s Fresh Goods off with a dilemma. If four wheels are good, are two wheels better? Is a bicycle built for two better than two bicycles built for one? Cannondale Mountain Tandem Chipps is going to find out. It’s his new personal…
Fresh Goods Part 2
Part 2 has what you want - Matt models Alpinestars, plus more from Endura, Halo and a bat