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Posted on January 19, 2021January 17, 2021

Rider Review: KS RAGE-i 190mm Dropper Post

There is little doubt that one of the greatest steps forward in modern mountain biking and trail riding is the dropper post. A simple yet effective innovation that allowed us…

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Posted on November 27, 2020December 3, 2020

Rider Review: Fabric Scoop Flat Elite Saddle

There are a few contact points on a bike that are important, grips, pedals and lastly your saddle. Whilst your saddle may or may not be as important as the…

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Posted on November 19, 2020

Review: Kid Ride Shotgun MTB Seat

As a mountain biking parent there is nothing you would love more than to immerse your child in the wonderful would of mountain biking as soon as you possibly can.…

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Posted on October 19, 2020October 19, 2020

Rider Review: Absolute Black Chain Guide with Bash Guard

If you like to point the bike downhill then you almost certainly love a good chain guide and bash guard, particularly if you race. One of the biggest drawbacks to…

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Posted on September 10, 2020September 10, 2020

Rider Review: Demon Enduro Knee Pads

When it comes to knee pads there are a number of available choices and each has its pros and cons. We have been running the Demon Hyper knee pads for…

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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 August 17, 2020August 17, 2020

Rider Review: Absolute Black Oval Chainring

Oval chain rings have been around for a while now and when it comes to oval, Absolute Black are the brand that comes to mind straight away. They have been…

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Posted on July 31, 2020July 31, 2020

Rider Review: MSC Hot Seat

When it comes to htting the trails at speed with technical terrain and high-speed corners there is no more important factor than traction. Tires are what keeps us locked to…

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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 March 5, 2020March 6, 2020

LY100 Goggles: Rider Review

If you are accustomed to going fast on a mountain bike and chasing gravity with every aspect of your riding then you are accustomed to whacking on a pair of…

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Posted on October 9, 2019September 15, 2020

Top 5 Enduro Tires: Which one is right for me?

With the rise of arguably the most popular discipline in mountain biking, the quest for perfect tires light enough to pedal up a hill and strong enough to withstand the…

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Posted on September 23, 2019

Rider Review: Box One Drivetrain

When it comes to drive trains there are two big names that come to mind, SRAM and Shimano. These two players have dominated the industry for some time now, but…

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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 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 May 15, 2019

Wolf Tooth Pack Pliers: Rider Review

When it comes to being prepared on the trail, there are a number of items one should carry to make sure you make it to end of the race or…

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Posted on April 25, 2019September 15, 2020

WTB Silverado Saddle: Rider Review

When it comes to contact points there are a few spots to consider but arguably none more important than a saddle. It’s where you whack you butt on those long…

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