Reviews
Review | Canyon Grail CF SLX 7 Di2 is more aero and more fun – it's Canyon's most complete gravel bike
The new Grail is a brilliant fast gravel bike with an affordable price tag
Review | Shimano's new SPD-SLR pedals are fantastic – if you can live with one big compromise
We put Shimano's first new road pedal system in 20 years to the test
Review | Lezyne's Super Drive 1800+ Smart light is great on tight trails, but there's a rival I'd buy instead
The Super Drive has a useful app-controlled setting and wide beam, but it's limited at speed
Review | Winspace's M6 Aero 105 Di2 shows why Western bike brands should be worried
Winspace proves Chinese bikes can be more than just 'good for the money'
Review | Panaracer's GravelKing ZX TLR gravel tyre is fast everywhere, but only if it's dry
An impressive tyre if the rain stays away
What's new?
Giro Chamber TR review: fast and fairly light trail shoes that fall short on protection and value
The Chamber TR shoes are designed for big rides in the hills
Scott Spark DC 10 first-ride review: new Spark proves downcountry isn't dead
It’s not a downcountry bike on paper, but it is on the trail
Marin Alpine Trail E XR review: a composed, confidence-inspiring ride, but there's one unavoidable compromise
Thrives on fast and rough terrain, but its weight rewards decisive rather than reactive riding
Specialized Levo 4 EVO Pro review: powerful, easy to control motor doesn't make up for awkward handling
The smooth motor, long range and controlled suspension impress, but unusual proportions and reluctant handling hold this £10,299 bruiser back
Amflow PX Carbon Pro review: awesome power and rare adjustability, but repeated rough descents expose its limitations
This electric all-rounder climbs like nothing else and descends far harder than its travel figures suggest
Accessories
Review | Garmin's Varia RearVue 820 is by far the best radar you can buy, but you'll need a recent Garmin GPS to get the best out of it
The RearVue 820 incorporates new tech that elevates it far beyond everything else on the market
Review | Lezyne's Radar Drive Rear is excellent and you can throw in a front light for the same price as Garmin's RearVue 820
A clever approach at a compelling price means there's a lot to like about Lezyne's rear radar
Review | BBB Signal Radar BLS-251 is a prominent and powerful rear light but radar performance falls short
A well-priced contender with a difference
Bike Reviews
Review | Merida Lithos 8000's superb suspension and natural handling make it one of the best eMTBs you can buy
The Lithos is exceptionally composed, confidence-inspiring and comfortable
Review | Yeti's LTe T4 is an incredible climber, but there's one change you'll need to make to unlock its descending potential
This 29er is fast, grippy and incredibly versatile, but a deliberately lower mixed-wheel setup unlocks the excitement its stock configuration lacks
Review | The Pinarello Dogma X Red AXS' ride made me smile, but the price wiped it from my face
Pinarello’s new premium endurance bike brings a spirited ride, exemplary finishing and performance-oriented handling – but the breathtaking price tag isn’t justified
Clothing
Review | The SunGod Velans 2 sunglasses worn by Netcompany Ineos riders are very good, but lack a little style sparkle
Great optics, fit and stability are the things that really matter
Review | I spent a year riding in the Fox Ranger pants because they're brilliant
Fox's Ranger pants offer some well-considered updates and a cut that works well on the bike
Review | Van Rysel's EDR Ultra bib shorts offer lots of carrying capacity for long road rides but they're not ideal for gravel
Van Rysel’s cargo bib shorts are well-suited to endurance road use but less suitable for gravel
Components
Review | Shimano's BR M9220 brakes are powerful, easy to control and help you wave goodbye to wandering bite points
Power, feel and weight all on a par with competitors' stoppers
Review | Nutrak/Vee Tire Co's Attack HPL Full 40 RAD Core shows why radial construction makes sense for gravity riding
Huge gravity grip with a calm, damped ride feel
Review | Specialized's Butcher Grid Gravity Radial T9 is confident with loads of grip, but isn't built for bike park abuse
An excellent radial upgrade for riders seeking a calm, connected front tyre
Helmets
POC’s Barocon Carbon helmet is rated to US motorbike standards but built for downhill MTB
Full-face helmet features carbon shell, magnetic visor and lightweight construction
Review | Giro's Montaro Mips III is a secure, safe trail helmet that proves ventilation isn't everything
The Montaro Mips III prioritises rider confidence over outright cooling, delivering deep coverage and a secure fit
Review | The Canyon Deflectr provides class-leading ventilation, but the strap and fit don't reach the same highs
The Deflectr combines outstanding ventilation, innovative safety technology and excellent value, but an awkward fit prevents it from realising its full potential
Maintenance
Review | OneUp Components 70cc EDC Pump Kit
An all-in-one kit designed to fix most trail-side mechanicals
Review | Crankbrothers TT17 Twin Tube Tool Kit
A compact kit designed to handle most trail-side repairs
Review | Stanley FatMax Walltech Pro air compressor
Pricey but powerful tyre inflator that makes tubeless seating struggles a thing of the past
Shoes
Review | Fox Union BOA All Weather shoes make winter riding better – but they're a pain to take off
The All Weather shoes do a great job of keeping the elements out and your feet dry
Review | Northwave's XT Arctic Celsius GTX gravel shoes are my new winter favourites, but keeping them clean is a nightmare
Dream shoes for winter gravel riders and bikepackers
Review | Fox Union BOA clipless shoes have a revised upper and better impact protection – at a high price
Fox rolls out a host of changes on its top-tier clipless shoes
Training
Review | Garmin's Rally RK / XC210 pedals are its best power meter pedals yet – but they need to be cheaper
Excellent power meter pedals but at a high price
Review | Bryton Rider 650 is the best-value performance GPS I've tested
The Rider 650 has its quirks, but it's the bargain GPS I've been waiting for
Review | Garmin's Edge MTB is a rugged alternative to the Edge 550, but the compromises don't quite add up
Pint-sized computer’s MTB functionality is a bonus, but there are limitations elsewhere