Reviews

Doing ‘e’ in Afan – first impressions of an e-bike
First impressions of an e-bike for Lloyd on the trails at Afan in Wales, where he finds out a possible reason why they are so popular around the Surrey Hills… Read the rest…

Specialized Pathfinder Pro 700x38c tyre review
A long-term review of Specialized Pathfinder Pro 38c tyres after 2700 miles on my Cannondale Topstone Read the rest…

Sealskinz knee length waterproof socks review
The Sealskinz knee length waterproof socks mean I can now ride out in the grimmest conditions with warm dry shins and feet. Read the rest…

Pace Cycles RC529 steel hardtail review
A review of the Pace Cycles RC529 – there’s a lot of slack hardtail competition around but the RC529, with its Pace pedigree and steel frame, is well worth a look Read the rest…

Bird Zero AM Boost hardtail review
The Bird Zero AM is a slack-angled rowdy trail hardtail. I’ve had mine for about a year now so it’s time for a review. Read the rest…

Moon Arcturus Auto Pro rear light review
The Moon Arcturus Auto Pro delivers a strong performance over 3000 miles of testing in varied conditions Read the rest…

BETO JetAir Tubeless Tyre Tank and Inflator
The BETO JetAir Tubeless Tyre Inflator is a cost-effective option for setting up tubeless tyres Read the rest…

WTB ST i25 Tubeless set up
A frustrating experience setting up the WTB ST i25 rims and Vigilante tyres tubeless Read the rest…

Hunt Trail Wide Tubeless set up
The first of two accounts about setting wheels and tyres up tubeless, featuring a Hunt Trail Wide wheelset Read the rest…

Mudhugger rear mudguard review
Is there anyone out there who wants a mudguard on their bike? As opposed to most of us needing one? No, I didn’t think so! Read the rest…

Ergon GA3 grip review – small changes, big results
Ergon GA3 review – it’s surprising what a difference a small change can make to your riding enjoyment Read the rest…

A spot of birding at Swinley – Bird Aeris 145 demo
Mark is shopping for a new bike – and a Bird Aeris 145 is high on the list Read the rest…