Although the Moon Vortex Pro is sold as 900 lumens, we found it was almost indistinguishable from the Blackburn Central 650 lumen unit on test.
Andy McCandlish
Gemini Duo 1500L light review
Although the Gemini Duo 1500L is the most expensive of our ‘helmet’ lights, is it also one of the most versatile.
Blackburn Central 650 light review
The Blackburn Central 650 comes with what they describe as a ‘universal mount,’ which is supposed to manage both bar and helmet mount duties.
Lumicycle Explorer 2 Enduro light review
The Lumicycle Explorer 2 differs from the previous model by utilising only one LED at the lower power levels to save on power and extend burn times.
ITUO Wiz-XP3 light review
With 2300 lumens the ITUO Wiz-XP3 pushes some serious candlepower down the trail and, despite the very reasonable price, it doesn’t skimp on build quality.
Alpkit Hadron light review
The Alpkit Hadron is an excellent option if you are on a budget, particularly if backed up by a helmet mount to sweep up the close in and peripheral work.
Exposure Joystick Mk12 light review
The Exposure Joystick Mk11 is at the upper end, price-wise, but low profile, lightweight and has a near perfect beam and focus.
Joe Barnes shows you how to master impossible corners
Learn how to link tight turns and master impossible corners with the king of slapping turns, Joe Barnes.
Mabie Forest, Scotland trail centre guide
With the remnants of ideas and experiments to be found at every turn, riding in Mabie Forest is like taking a tour through a trail-building laboratory
The ultimate Scottish mountain biking roadtrip
Escape the urban rat-race with our ultimate Scottish mountain biking roadtrip: where to ride, what to eat and which single malt to sip.
Dunoon, West Scotland
Dunoon has gone from zero to hero in just six months and it’s all down to the motivation of one man. We hopped on a ferry to sample his handiwork.…
Giro Alpineduro boots review
Pretty boy, café-rider looks. The Giro Alpineduro boot offers good warmth and protection, it’s just a shame the laces are so exposed to the elements.
Specialized Defroster Trail boots review
The Specialized Defroster Trail was very comfortable and warm, with the Boa performing well for easy tightening, loosening and adjustment on the move.
Shimano MW5 boots review
We found it hard to fault the Shimano MW5 boot — warm, perfect stiffness and cheap. A worthy winner. Supremely comfortable, on and off the bike.
Northwave Celsius Arctic 2 boots review
If you suffer from cold feet, the Northwave Celcius Arctic 2 is the boot to buy. Easily the warmest boot on test with luxurious fleece lining.
Lake MX180 boots review
The Lake MX180 is a solid shoe, with plenty of protection and a reasonable price tag. The Ice Lock tread sticks to most surfaces, no matter how greasy.
Mavic Crossmax SL Pro Thermo boots review
Great coverage, excellent Boa system, Gore-Tex waterproofing, easy clean exterior, the Mavic Crossmax SL Pro Thermo boots ticked pretty much all our boxes.
Gore Bike Wear One jacket review
Built from three-layer Gore-Tex Pro, the Gore Bike Wear Wear One jacket is made tough to withstand professional use — hence the pro-level price tag.
Altura Attack 360 jacket review
A clever combination of lighter, stretch fabric at the elbows, nape of neck and hood gave the Altura Attack 360 jacket a more mobile feel than most.
Sweet Protection Delirious jacket review
Jackets don’t come much simpler than the super-clean and unfussy Sweet Protection Delirious jacket.