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With kit from Topeak, Shimano, Leatt, Santa Cruz, and Ere Research, it's time for Five Cool Things!

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November 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Although touted as an 'athletic' saddle, our Jimmer reckons that Selle Royal has missed the mark a touch with the Explora Athletic saddle.

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November 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Nukeproof is officially back! After going down with the good ship Chain Reaction and being bought by Belgian Cycling Factory, the first bike has been unveiled in the new age of Nukeproof.

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November 14, 2025 at 4:00 PM
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With one of the most serious crashes to happen during a Rampage last month, our Rebecca thinks that Red Bull needs to take more responsibility for entrants of the big mountain freeride event, as they risk life and limb for entertainment.

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Adolf Silva's Rampage crash was one of the most horrifying things I've seen live. Red Bull needs to take more responsibility
It was late evening a few weekends ago. Some of the wildest and bravest riders in the world were parading themselves down a canyon in Utah, with Adolf Silva among them. His finals run began…
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November 14, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Loaded with MTB-specific features and modes, Garmin's Edge MTB is a trail tracking powerhouse. However, it can get rather overwhelming and requires a good bit of setup to make the most of it.

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Garmin Edge MTB cycling computer review
Garmin’s Edge MTB is a cycling computer tailored towards the requirements of mountain bikers. To help hit those needs, it boasts a range of features, modes, and programs that’ll certainly help MTBers...
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November 14, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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Moots has unveiled a new gravel bike! With a geometry shaped around a drop handlebar, the Scrambler boasts 100mm of suspension bolted up front. Does gravel have enough travel yet?

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November 13, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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@athertonbikes has brought a mixed wheel size to the A.150. Dubbed the A.150M, a little wheel means a shorter chainstay, a slacker head angle, as well as a few other geometry tweaks. However, there are still 22 sizes available.

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November 13, 2025 at 12:01 PM
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Coming in at just £209, DJI's Neo 2 camera drone is one well-equipped bit of kit that shoots cracking 4k footage, but its obstacle detection doesn't work at full speed.

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November 13, 2025 at 12:00 PM
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Giant has finally unveiled the latest iteration of the Anthem. With some serious pedigree already under its belt, it introduces Giant's new Low-Latency Speed concept.

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November 12, 2025 at 5:01 PM
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Up for a thin style glove but with an added bit of padding? Leatt's MTB 3.0 Endurance gloves are exactly that, and they're aimed to bring big comfort for warm and mid-season rides.

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Leatt MTB 3.0 Endurance glove review
The Leatt MTB 3.0 Endurance gloves feature a lightweight, minimalist construction with a MicronGrip padded palm to help reduce fatigue from handlebar vibration. They feature masses of ventilation, a pre-shaped...
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November 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM
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Eventually, any helmet will need replacing, but when? And should you replace your helmet even after the most harmless of spills? We caught up with some industry experts to find out.

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When should you replace your bicycle helmet?
Riding with a helmet is imperative – if you own a bike, you should own a bicycle helmet, too. That's because, without it, you'll be opening yourself up to easily avoidable injury and possibly even…
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November 11, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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In the name of environmental friendliness, Vittoria has done away with carbon black in its new Pro gravel range. Our Matt put the mixed terrain T60 to the test, and he reckons that although it looks a little odd, it's up there with the best.

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Vittoria Terreno T60 Pro Mixed Gravel Race tyre review
What makes the new Terreno Pro T60 stand out isn’t just how it rides, but how it looks. Vittoria has removed carbon black from the manufacturing process, and the tyres are made from 92% renewable and...
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November 11, 2025 at 10:22 AM
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After 51 days in Russian prison and a failed trans-Eurasia attempt, French ultra cycling supremo, Sofiane Sehili, is back at home. Our Steve caught up with the man himself to find out where it all went wrong, and whether Russian prison is anything like the movies.

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November 10, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Featuring Tectonic pins, PNW Components has given its Loam Pedal a refresh, bringing a new shape that's concave and convex. With all of that, grip and pedal feel are great, but would you spend £15 on a pin kit for a single pedal?

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PNW Components Loam Pedal Gen 2 pedal review
Back in 2022, PNW Components announced its entry into the pedal market with the Loam Pedals. Three years on, and the brand has given its Loam Pedals a well-deserved facelift, using feedback to deliver...
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November 10, 2025 at 10:24 AM
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With heat-mouldable tech and a Clarino upper, Lake's MX333 provides a level of comfort and stiffness that our Matt has yet to find on any other off-road shoe. It is pricey, however, and tricky to clean.

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November 9, 2025 at 1:39 PM
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DJI's first crack at a 360 camera is one that's gone down well with our Liam, as it produces high-quality footage in a reasonably priced package. It's not perfect, however, so head over to the review to find out why.

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November 8, 2025 at 1:54 PM
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Almost a month on from the UCI Gravel World Championships, and with other races on the gravel circuit attracting serious names and fierce competition, Steve is left questioning if the 'official' way is the best way to go.

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November 7, 2025 at 2:00 PM
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Shimano has launched a two-pronged attack on SRAM with a patent that shows a Full Mount-esque mech hanger and a 13-speed electronic drivetrain.

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Shimano launches a two-pronged attack on SRAM's Full Mount system
With SRAM unveiling its Full Mount mech throughout electronic and mechanical T-Type drivetrains, it came as something of a surprise that Shimano's latest XTR, XT, and Deore Di2 drivetrains didn't do…
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November 7, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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Schwalbe has brought an open tread design to its gravel lineup in the G-One RX. And while such tyres are often slow rolling, the brand has managed to produce little rolling resistance as well as excellent mud clearance.

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November 7, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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Bell's Full-10 has gotten more affordable! Dropping Mips Spherical for Mips C-Solution, the Full-10 Mips gets many of the features of the £580 lid, but at a friendlier £420.

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Bell's new Full-10 Mips gets almost all the features of £580 Full-10 Spherical, but at friendlier £420 price point
Bell's Full-10 Spherical helmet is perhaps one of the priciest helmets on the market, coming in at a ripe £580. However, it's rammed full of safety tech that helps it balance weight, comfort, and…
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November 6, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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With wet tracks and constant slip and grip, winter brings fresh challenges to gravel riders. Here are our top tips on how to get your gravel bike set up to combat the difficulties of winter riding.

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Get your gravel bike ready for the slip and slide of winter with these handy tips
Every year, the seemingly constant wet weather of winter brings fresh and very slippery challenges. However, many of them can be mitigated if you prepare properly and set your gravel bike up for the…
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November 6, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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Ass Savers has shapeshifted its winning Win Wing concept to better fit the wider tyres of modern mountain bikes, and according to our Matt, the brand's done a great job. However, its larger size and more adjustability bring some unwanted movement.

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November 6, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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It's well and truly trousers season. If you're in the market for a fresh pair of riding keks, check out the very best we've tested.

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Best MTB trousers 2025 — invest in some extra warmth and protection from the elements for all conditions
When the temperatures begin to plummet and the trails get wet, there's nothing quite like the added protection of a good pair of mountain bike trousers (or pants, depending on where you're from).…
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November 5, 2025 at 10:17 AM
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With its all-new chassis, revamped air spring, and the well-received GRIP X2 damper, our Liam reckons that the Fox 36 Factory GRIP X2 is the best-performing mainstream fork currently on the market.

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November 5, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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When it comes to fending off spray and splashes, Northwave's Rokit Plus GTX clipless shoes fit the bill. However, they're no full-on winter shoes.

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Northwave Rockit Plus GTX clipless riding shoes review
The Northwave Rockit Plus GTX proves to be an excellent cross-country and all-mountain trail shoe with a great balance of stiffness, tough construction, and plenty of grip on/off the bike. The Gore-Tex...
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November 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM