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Posted on August 29, 2020September 3, 2020

Rider Review: Nukeproof Horizon Pedals

Not too long ago it was considered an impossible task to take the EWS Overall Title on a set of flat pedals, it was considered a necessity to use clipless…

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Posted on July 17, 2020July 16, 2020

In Focus : Zwift Indoor Training

Zwift is certainly not a replacement for riding your mountain bike outside and by no means is it anywhere near as much fun. In a time when many of us…

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Posted on May 29, 2020May 29, 2020

Rider Review: MSC Gripper

When it comes to tires there are a few brands that come to mind, Maxxis, Schwalbe and Michelin to name a few; but there is a another brand that has…

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Posted on May 28, 2020May 28, 2020

Video: Jack Moir Min of Pin

The news that Jack Moir was to be riding enduro this year is not new, nor is the fact that he is still rocket fast. Revolution MTB have uploaded this…

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Posted on December 3, 2019December 3, 2019

Review: Hostile Handwear Gloves

When it comes to contact points, our hands are arguably the most important parts contacting our bike. As such it’s important to make sure we have our hands covered for…

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Posted on October 2, 2019October 2, 2019

Race Face Creator Series

The Race Face creator series is a community-focused initiative that is funded by Race Face as a means to tell meaningful mountain biking stories that rise above the usual product…

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Posted on August 26, 2019

Rider Review: Afton Vectal Clipless Shoes

When it comes to contact points, shoes are one of the most integral parts of our kit. We all have different sized feet, different riding styles and generally will run…

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Posted on August 22, 2019September 12, 2019

Rider Review: GoPro Hero 7 Black

As mountain bikers we love to relive our times on the trail, to check out that epic session or see that awesome jump; that’s why we fell in love with…

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Posted on July 27, 2019September 15, 2020

Rider Review: Wolf Tooth Mini-Roll Top Bag

The modern mountain biker doesn’t really want to carry too much on his or her body, particularly when it’s hot and sweat is streaming down your back. More and more…

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Posted on July 12, 2019July 12, 2019

Long Term Review: Dakine Hot Laps 2L pack

When it comes to carrying gear on the trail there is an assortment of packs, straps and waist packs that will carry your essential kit for every ride. Some people…

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Posted on June 10, 2019

Video of The Week: The Privateer

If you missed ‘The Privateer’ last year then you were missing out, an awesome view into what it takes to become a pro rider in the EWS and the difficulties…

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Posted on June 5, 2019September 15, 2020

Long Term Review: ODI Elite Pro Grips

When it comes to contact points most riders have differing tastes and opinions, grips are no different. We took a good, hard look at ODI’s Elite Pro grips with 8…

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Posted on February 25, 2019March 4, 2019

Darkfest 2019 Highlights: Video of the Week

We take a look at the Darkfest 2019 highlights with some of the best free ride mountain bikers in the world. Set on the rolling hills of Barrington, South Africa,…

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Posted on January 22, 2019February 2, 2019

Queensland State Championships- Garapine 2019

2019 is shaping up to be an epic race year within the Gravity Enduro scene in Queensland. With a State-Wide series, the Scenic rim series, National cup and club events;…

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Posted on January 17, 2019January 31, 2019

Video of the Week: William Robert Shreddit

This week’s video of the week comes from Commencal rider William Robert, a man that can certainly handle a bike and is making a name for himself as a freerider.…

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Posted on September 18, 2018September 24, 2018

The Modern Mountain Bike – Which bike is right for me?

With the constant evolution of the mountain bike and the increased capability of these sleds to hit even the gnarliest terrain without skipping a beat, the every day rider is…

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Posted on July 22, 2018July 22, 2018

Toowoomba – Where gravity counts

When chasing the next adrenaline rush, the next drop, the next gap jump and the next technical single track, Queensland mountain bikers head to Toowoomba for their fix of gravity…

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Posted on July 17, 2018July 17, 2018

Gravity Enduro National Round 1 – Toowoomba

As the sun rose over the horizon and the clear blue skies of Toowoomba open up, many a budding mountain bike racer open their eyes. The crisp winter morning temperatures…

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Posted on June 26, 2018June 26, 2018

Garapine – Home of Gravity Enduro

Nestled in the rural pastures surrounding Gympie, Garapine sits atop of the hillside and plays host to some of the best trails in the region. Locally owned and operated, Garapine…

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Posted on April 11, 2018November 19, 2018

NV Gravity Park – First Look

When it comes to mountain biking, there’s a few integral ingredients required to make an amazing mountain biking destination; gravity, nature and dirt quality. Soon to be open to the…

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