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Undershirts and Base-Layers

Gore Bike Wear Windstopper Turtleneck base layer review

Gore Bike Wear's Windstopper base layer does its job incredibly well, but it isn't half tricky to get on/off

Gore Bike Wear Windstopper Turtleneck base layer review
Jerseys

Repack Berino Long Sleeve Jersey review

The Repack Berino jersey is made from Merino and Bamboo (see how they did that?) and is a seriously nice bit of kit

Repack Berino Long Sleeve Jersey review
**Where to Ride

Top 5 Welsh Trail Centres

David Arthur has his top Welsh trail centres, but what are yours?

Top 5 Welsh Trail Centres
Inner Tubes

Maxxis Welter Weight 29er inner tube review

Maxxis Welter Weight 29er is a robust middleweight inner tube

Maxxis Welter Weight 29er inner tube review
Shoes

Shimano MW81 Winter Boots review

A revelation for anyone fed up with cold and damp feet on winter rides

Shimano MW81 Winter Boots review
News

MTB Winter Training Camps

Training doesn't have to be all about slogging away in gale force winds and sleet, you can just go abroad on one of these training...

MTB Winter Training Camps
Undershirts and Base-Layers

Craft Cool Mesh Superlight review

Craft Cool Mesh Superlight - a lightweight base layer review in winter? There is some sense to this, we promise...

Craft Cool Mesh Superlight review
News

Eight International events for your 2013 calendar

David Arthur's round-up of his international race 'wish-list' for 2013.. Where will you be racing?

Eight International events for your 2013 calendar
Tools

Lezyne RAP 7 LED multi tool review

A smart multi-tool but we’re not sure about the LED light...

Lezyne RAP 7 LED multi tool review
Seat Posts

Crankbrothers Kronolog seatpost review

Crankbrothers' Kronolog dropper post could be of the best out there

Crankbrothers Kronolog seatpost review
News

Six must-ride UK mountain bike events of 2013

Give yourself some goals with our pick of the six best events of the year

Six must-ride UK mountain bike events of 2013
Saddles

Charge Knife saddle review

Firm yet comfortable perch that doesn’t cost a fortune

Charge Knife saddle review
Helmet (Standard)

Bontrager Specter XR helmet review

Light, well ventilated and good looking. Bontrager’s Specter XR helmet is a good alternative to the mainstream offerings

Bontrager Specter XR helmet review
Uncategorized

10 best ways to get motivated to cycle

Struggling to get out on the bike? Piled on the pounds over Christmas? Dave Arthur is here to offer some motivational tips.

10 best ways to get motivated to cycle
Undershirts and Base-Layers

Craft Active Extreme Crewneck test

Craft's Active Extreme Crewneck base layer isn't Merino wool but it works just as well, if not better...

Craft Active Extreme Crewneck test
Disc Brake Systems

KCNC Razor disc brake rotor review

The KCNC Razor rotors are an easy way to shed some weight from your bike without compromising braking performance.

KCNC Razor disc brake rotor review
Tyres

Maxxis Beaver 2.0 29er eXC tyre review

29er tyres that tick all the boxes are hard to come by, but the Maxxis Beaver is one that does

Maxxis Beaver 2.0 29er eXC tyre review
Components

SRAM type 2 rear mech quick first look and ride

The new SRAM Type 2 rear mech completely eliminates chain slap resulting in virtually zero chance of a dropped chain. It’s also much quieter and...

SRAM type 2 rear mech quick first look and ride
Lights

Tumble and Fall Pro1600 lights review

Well priced, good light output, burn time and rugged construction makes the Tumble and Fall Pro1600 light a good choice for night riding.

Tumble and Fall Pro1600 lights review
List of Bests

Ten best products: Winter cycling gear

Get yourself motivated for the rest of winter with our top tips on cold and wet busting products

Ten best products: Winter cycling gear
Undershirts and Base-Layers

Icebreaker Sprint Long Sleeve Base Layer Review

The Icebreaker Sprint long sleeve base layer is a medium weight merino top with a nice cut and understated style, just what you need in...

Icebreaker Sprint Long Sleeve Base Layer Review
Lights

Adventure Nitelights 1200 Destroyer review

A broad spread of light, long burn time and its low weight make the 1200 Destroyer a good light. It still doesn’t quite live up...

Adventure Nitelights 1200 Destroyer review
MTB

Giant Anthem X Advanced 29er 1 Carbon First Ride

We take a first look at an aggressive trail bike with flowing carbon lines and Giant's impressive Maestro suspension

Giant Anthem X Advanced 29er 1 Carbon First Ride
Tyres

On-One Smorgasbord tyre review

The legendary frame manufacturers have released a range of tyres, and this 29er Smorgasbord is a great UK option

On-One Smorgasbord tyre review
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