All the latest products comprehensively tested. If we don’t think a product is worthy of our hard-earned, we won’t tell you to part with yours for it. That’s the promise we make with our bike and equipment tests. For all our tests we guarantee that:

  • They’re conducted by some of the most experienced and knowledgeable riders in the business.
  • Ratings are awarded only after a thorough testing process on a variety of terrain.
  • Tests are independent, and in no way influenced by our advertisers.

Our ratings are awarded out of 10, with 10/10 being the top mark.

  • 1-4  Means something’s wrong. Possibly a design flaw or a major weakness.
  • 5-6  OK – one or two faults but has potential
  • 7  Worth considering
  • 8  Very good – for the money, we’d buy it
  • 9  Excellent – a slight mod or two and it might be perfect
  • 10  Simply the best!
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DHaRCO Gravity Pants

Hailing from the beaches of Oz, DHaRCO’s founders have gone from surfing waves to surfing dirt, and its distinctive designs can be found on, among others, the Pinkbike Racing Team…

£139.95
Score 8

Chain Reaction Cycles Pro Bike Bagro

Flying with your bike is a stressful experience at the best of times: manoeuvring through the throngs, trying to avoid the retractable barrier poles at check-in; praying that you don’t…

£249.99
Score 8

Scott Trail Tuned Pants

Scott makes three pants designed for mountain biking, including the cheaper Trail Vertic and Explorair Fast versions. The Trail Tuned pants are its poshest offering and one of the lighter…

£134.99
Score 8

Troy Lee Designs Skyline Trousers

Most of us put on weight as we get older, and Troy Lee Designs’ updated Skyline pant is no exception. This latest version is 60g heavier than the old model,…

£120.00
Score 8

Specialized Demo Pro Pants

The Specialized Demo Pro Pant is made from a material called VaporRize, which is treated with a DWR water- repellent to enhance water run-off.

£110.00
Score 7