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YT Jeffsy Primus 24 first ride review
Those who think the youth of today have it too easy look away now, because this Jeffsy Primus is a kids’ bike at least as cool – if not cooler…
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Scott Genius ST 900 Tuned first ride review
It’s been five years since Scott launched a new Genius. That feels like like a lifetime, and not only in development terms compared to the current best trail bikes on…
OMG! YT’s new Szepter is a gravel bike! Full details and first ride impressions…
After 14 years of producing modern MTB classics such as the Capra and the Jeffsy, YT has turned its attention to the gravel market and applied its gravity knowledge to…
Scott Six Days hip-belt bag review
If you’re opting for a mountain bike waist bag or hip pack rather than a rucksack, you’ll want something that’s secure, allows you to keep all your essentials to hand,…
Exposure Zenith MK2 mountain bike light
In the last few MBR lights tests we’ve flipped between Exposure’s Diabolo and Joystick lid lights, but for 2022 year we’re testing the Zenith MK2, which is brighter but not…
Specialized S-Works Turbo Kenevo SL review
The Specialized S-Works Turbo Kenevo SL works its magic in many different ways, but at the root of them all is its superb blend of stability and agility.
Forestal Siryon Diode 29 eMTB review
While there’s a long line of brands promising lightweight, mid-powered e-bikes, Forestal has already delivered not one, but two models, both with 29in wheels. There’s the 150mm travel Cyon for…
Chromag Synth flat pedal review
Chromag’s new Synth plastic flat pedal is based on the company’s machined Scareb, but it also shares a similar DNA to the Contact we tested a few years ago and…
Race Face Getta Grip lock-on handlebar grips review
Like cricket bats, tennis rackets and even darts, some of the best mountain bike grips are available in different diameters, and one of the companies offering alternative sizes across its…
Scott Spark RC World Cup AXS first ride review
“Hey mate, that E-bike is really quiet”. Not once. I had that comment three times on one ride. Okay, so a Saturday afternoon at Cannock Chase isn’t the World Cup…
BikeStow Original two bike rack review
If you have a van, you’re likely to have plenty of space for your bike, but unless you’ve bolted some fork mounts to the floor, your pride and joy is…
Öhlins RXF34 m.2 fork review
The latest model from legendary Swedish suspension brand Öhlins is this 34mm stanchioned RXF fork. It’s the lightest and most expensive fork in our comparative test against the Fox 34…
Specialized 2FO Roost Canvas shoe review
Specialized has been nailing it over the past year with its shoes, turning out some of the grippiest flats we’ve ever tried… and that includes FiveTen. Why is the 2FO…
Canyon Spectral CF 8 K.I.S. first ride review
This new steering stabiliser was conceived by Syntace, developed in conjunction with Canyon and is fitted to one of the brand’s best trail bikes. It aims to improve control and…
Fox Hip Pack review
After ditching bulky backpacks a decade ago, I’ve tried MTB bum bags (more commonly labelled hip packs these days) from all the leading brands. This Fox Racing version has two…
Cotic RocketMax 150 Gold XT review
Cotic is probably best known for its hardcore steel hardtails, originally the Soul and more recently the BFe. And what started out in the Peak District over 20 years ago…
Mavic Lombarde SL jacket review
The Mavic Lombarde jacket uses Gore-Tex Shakedry material and has been developed in partnership with outdoor experts Arcteryx – but does it have the features, durability and performance we look…
Kask Caipi helmet review
This new Caipi is a more affordable MTB helmet from an Italian brand with a cult following on the road bike scene. Kask already offers a more angular, enduro-styled, Rex…