Tom Nash has been testing the S1 version of the venerable Arch rim to see whether this £350 wheelset can…
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Review: Hutchinson Toro Hardskin 27.5×2.35in Tyre
The Hutchinson Toro proved to be one of the biggest surprises of the whole tyre group test.
Review: Rose Root Miller 3
James Vincent puts this mid-travel 29er to the test in big mountains and tight trails. How does he get on?
Review: Michelin Wild Rock’R² Gum 27.5×2.35in Tyre
Michelin is on a mission with its new range of off-road tyres. So has the new Wild RockR² accomplished that…
Review: Madison Addict 3-Layer Storm Jacket
After a year of all-weather testing, Rob gives his verdict on this tough 3-layer waterproof jacket from Madison.
Review: e*thirteen TRS Race 27.5×2.35in Tyre
James tests the Baker's Dozen of all tyre brands to find out if the TRS Race is the ultimate rubber…
Review: Troy Lee Designs A2 MIPS Helmet
Troy Lee now offer two trail helmets. Is the A2 a notch above the A1? Or something different altogether? Antony…
Review: X-Fusion McQueen Roughcut HLR Fork
The X-Fusion McQueen proves that you don't need to spend near a grand to get a high quality suspension fork.
Review: Troy Lee Designs Ruckus Sleeveless Baselayer
No ruckus with this baselayer from Troy Lee Designs. In fact, with its stealth pockets and compression fit, it's quite…
Review: Lezyne Digital Shock Drive
The Digital Shock Drive from Lezyne is compact, beautifully made, and has shiny gold bits - but there's a bit…
Review: Superstar Components Electro Alpine Trail 29er Wheelset
Superstar steps up with the Alpine Trail 30 wheelset, which features 30mm wide rims and a buzzy 102pt engagement freehub…
Review: Wolf Tooth Components ReMote
If you own a cable-activated dropper post, the Wolf Tooth ReMote could be the best upgrade you ever make.
Review: FSA Afterburner Brakes
FSA is the third largest component manufacturer in the world. So how do they do disc brakes? We tested the…
Review: Cube Freeride Plus 20 Pack
Barney takes Cubes Freeride Plus 20 pack into the wilds of Calderdale for six months
Review: Topeak Turbo Morph G
It's a trail pump that thinks it's a track pump. The Turbo Morph G is perfect for folk with big…
Review: ODI Elite Pro Grips
Our youthful tester and ex-work experience office whipping boy, Fin, has just finished testing the ODI Elite Pro grips.
Review: Sombrio Highline Shorts
"The ultimate in lightweight comfort for any adventure”, say Sombrio. So Antony went on many adventures to test the Highline…
Review: Zerode Taniwha
Andi's been riding the snot out of the carbon fibre Zerode Taniwha to find out if gearboxes are indeed the…
Review: Morvelo Covert Series Apparel
With hidden storage abound, the Morvelo Covert apparel series is all about ditching the backpack for your regular mountain bike…
Review: Dakine Slayer Elbow Pads vs. POC Joint VPD Air
Adele Mitchell puts two sets of elbow pads through their paces - in the UK and the Alps.
Review: Topeak Mini Morph G Pump
Rachel Sokal puts Topeak's smallest pump through its paces for a few months
Review: Going 26+ With Maxxis’ Minion DHF & DHR II 2.8in Tyres
If you own a 27.5in mountain bike, going 26+ is increasingly becoming a valid option. After converting his hardtail to…
Review: Specialized S-Works Epic Hardtail World Cup
Is the Specialized S-Works Epic the fastest hardtail we've ever ridden? At 8.23kg (18.1lb) for the complete bike, it is…
Review: Fi’zi:k M3B Uomo SPD Mountain Bike Shoes
The Italians give us their take on a top-level XC racing shoe, complete with a carbon fibre sole and BOA…
Review: Love Mud Hobo 29er Wheels
Can £229 buy you a decent mountain bike wheelset? Love Mud sent us a Hobo wheelset to put through the…
Review: Canyon Exceed CF SL 7.9 Di2
I don’t get the opportunity to ride lightweight race hardtails so much these days. It’s probably got something to do…
Review: ION Shell_Amp Vario Jacket
With its softshell construction, waterproof membrane technology and adjustable fit, the ION Shell_Amp Vario is one luxurious foul weather jacket.
Review: Brake Force One H2O Brakes
The H2O brakes from Brake Force One are unlike any other brake we have ever tested before.
Review: Vee Crown Gem 27.5×2.35in Tyre
Vee Tire Co. is often overshadowed by the bigger tyre brands, so James got some Crown Gem tyres in for…
Review: Magura MT Trail Carbon Brakes
With the MT Trail Carbon, Magura has paired a 4-piston front brake to a 2-piston rear brake. So is this…
Review: Litelok Gold
A lock. So simple, but so important, and Tom Nash reckons the flexible Litelok is the best he's used.
Review: Specialized Butcher GRID 27.5×2.3in Tyre
For enduro racing and alpine schralping, Specialized offers the Butcher tyre with a reinforced GRID casing. But is it as…
Review: MRP Ribbon 160mm 29er Fork
Does the MRP Ribbon have what it takes to ride toe-to-toe with the likes of the Fox 36 and RockShox…
Review: Mavic Deemax Pro SPD Shoes
Mavic created the Deemax Pro as an aggressive SPD shoe for trail riding and enduro racing, with burly rubber tread…
Review: RockShox SID World Cup Fork
Is the new generation SID fork a step in the right direction? Olly has been putting the top-end World Cup…
Book review: Bike Nation by Peter Walker
"Cycling can save the world." A bold claim, but after reading this book, you just might be convinced.
Review: Pro Team Compressor Tubeless Tyre Inflator
Seating tubeless tyres can be a pain in the arse without access to an air compressor. Enter the Team Compressor…
First Ride: Sonder Evol
What can we expect from the Evol - Sonder's first full suspension bike? Wil went over yonder with the Sonder,…
Review: DT Swiss XM 1501 Spline One 30mm Wheelset
The Spline One XM 1501 wheels from DT Swiss are a premium set of alloy hoops that are priced very…
Review: Camelbak Mule LR Hydration Pack
Camelbak has completely redesigned the classic Mule. Did they get it right? Check out Rob's review of the Mule LR…
Review: Ibis 738 Aluminum Wheels
The 738 is the first alloy wheelset from Ibis Cycles. Featuring a 34mm inner rim width, Ibis claims these will…
Review: Endura MT500 Helmet
The Endura MT500 helmet is packed with features, including Koroyd technology. Andi wrapped his luscious locks with one to put…
Review: Dragon Alliance EnduroX Jet Transition Glasses
The EnduroX glasses from Dragon Alliance aren't cheap. Wil's been testing a pair for the past 6 months to see…
Review: Canyon Exceed CF SL 7.9 Di2
The Canyon Exceed is a light, fast and beautifully smooth carbon hardtail. Then we added a dropper post and fat…
Longterm Review: Crayons’ Ibis Ripley LS
After six months aboard the longer and slacker Ibis Ripley LS, Rob gives his feedback on this high-end trail machine
Bike Test: Modern Geometry 29ers
In case you hadn’t noticed, 29ers are kind of hot right now. Wil and the test team take on three…
Review: Adidas Evil Eye Evo Pro Glasses
The lenses on the Evil Eye Evo Pro glasses are huuuuuge! Wil tests these pricey shades to find out if…
Review: WTB Vigilante TCS Tough High Grip 27.5×2.3in Tyre
WTB offers the Vigilante tyre with a TCS Tough casing and a High Grip rubber compound for those who are…