Long term rides

With a smaller back wheel and longer fork, our tech-ed-in-chief’s bike is even more fun As you may recall from my last update, I finally received the new link that would enable me to stick a smaller r

Maxxis have unveiled a 32in production version of their Aspen cross-country tyre, cementing their commitment to the oversized format and potentially kickstarting a wider industry trend. Apparently, th

As a dedicated (but fat) roadie who’s been ensnared by the mucky side of things, I have a dilemma. My Cotic Escapade gravel bike is lovely, but I’ve recently crashed and sprained a wrist, having previ

Rim-brake fans and gear magpies will love this new wheelset, which combines modern tubeless construction and technology with looks inspired by Mavic’s racing past. Originally developed solely for the

Even if you pay little attention to World Cup cross-country (XC) racing, you’ll know that full-suspension bikes have been the dominant force for around a decade now. Increasingly technical tracks and

When SRAM released their redesigned Red XPLR AXS groupset last year, I was impressed. It paired the brilliant shifter ergonomics and brakes from the road-going Red AXS with specific gravel parts – a w