Fairlight Holt in Violet with Ass Saver mudguard

Fairlight Holt hardtail review

Elliot sees a rare opportunity to own a Fairlight Holt

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Great to hear. I was sloshing about in the mud yesterday with the RC529. Such a great bike, especially in… (read the rest)

Tony commented on Pace Cycles RC529 steel hardtail review (20 replies so far).

I got one after reading the article. Loved it. After 5 years I put a 27.5 on the rear. Love… (read the rest)

Marcus commented on Pace Cycles RC529 steel hardtail review (20 replies so far).

That's a really well written review Elliot. I've had the Holt on my radar for a while and look forward… (read the rest)

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