Lance Branquino

News writer

  • May 28, 2021

Specialized has announced a voluntary recall for its first-generation Turbo Levo and Kenevo e-bikes. The issue is only estimated to affect fewer than 15% of the original Turbo Levo and…

  • May 26, 2021

After two years of testing, Halo has introduced a new value DH wheelset. The British brand used World Cup DH racers as R&D riders, integrating feedback from the likes of…

  • May 25, 2021

Italian boutique suspension brand, EXT, has added an e-bike specific shock to its product range. The marketing rationale is that e-bikes are heavier, and therefore require a revised EXT shock…

  • May 24, 2021

A renowned French suspension brand has revived its mountain bike offering. For those who like their forks boutique, and don’t want to run something from the established suspension duopoly of…

  • May 21, 2021

The UCI has confirmed that Leogang will host a limited number of spectators, but that is scant consolation for Fort William fans. By far the most popular and iconic World…

  • May 20, 2021

If the idea of brand matching kit for that Giga or Mega bike appeals, Nukeproof has you covered with some new trail gear. The Blackline Race range is a Nukeproof’s…

  • May 19, 2021

Tom Pidcock might have put him in the pain cave, but there is no doubting Mathieu van der Poel’s talent on a mountain bike. To many the recent Nova Messo…

  • May 18, 2021

Niner has revealed the latest incarnation of its legacy XC bike, the Jet 9 RDO. Although it has historically been the brand’s XC race bike, Niner’s new Jet 9 RDO…

  • May 17, 2021

Loyal followers of all things Santa Cruz will know that the company founded its Reserve wheels sub-brand back in 2014. Validated by the antics of none other than Danny MacAskill,…

  • May 14, 2021

Tubeless tyres and inserts have replaced the need for inner tubes, but the latter remain handy for an emergency. Although most contemporary tubeless rims and tyres pair exceptionally well, with…

  • May 13, 2021

Shimano brakes are mighty powerful but some riders find their bite point to be occasionally inconsistent. If you want to ensure the absolute integrity of lever feel and performance, with…

  • May 11, 2021

If you are keen on some Sheffield steel for your summer season bike upgrade, there’s a new Cotic to consider. The brand’s FlareMAX is now in its fourth iteration and…

  • May 10, 2021

Steel mountain bike fans love a raw frame, although they do tend to be a nightmare to care for. In wet condition most raw steel frames will eventually develop rust…

  • May 7, 2021

A recent incident in the Lakeland forest area yet again underscored the value of a quality helmet and never riding alone. Responding to an emergency in the Whinlatter forest section,…

  • May 6, 2021

Riders who occasionally use enduro bike or that hardcore hardtail for some active commuting,  will know that pedal compatibility can be an issue. Very few clipless riding shoes are comfortable…

  • May 5, 2021

Trail tension has come to the fore in Scotland, as a local runner encountered numerous obstacles intended to spoil singletrack. Alex Osborne was out on his Monday training run, when…

  • May 5, 2021

Forestal is an Andorran mountain bike brand with a difference – all its bikes feature mid-drive motors. The entire range, which has long been teased, is now finally available for…

  • May 4, 2021

Danny MacAskill, Kriss Kyle and Endura have combined to produce a great new edit. The two proudly Scottish mountain bike and trails riders tested their Endura gear to the limit,…

  • April 30, 2021

The rider least in need of an e-bike, now has one. Nino Schurter is inarguable the most dominant XC mountain biker of our era and now the Swiss has added…