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The WTB Macro XC tire – will this race-ready rubber go straight to the front of the pack? I tested them to find out

WTB haven’t had new rubber in the XC game for a long time, so how does the new Macro measure up to the other podium contenders in the speed, grip and survival stakes?

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GoPro launches its new Hero13 Black – here are the new features that every MTB rider will love

It could well be the best MTB action camera to date with plenty of interesting additions but it's not a radical change from the Hero12 and it comes at a cost

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Fulcrum expands into trail riding with its new Metal Carbon and ALX wheelsets

Fulcrum's new Metal series wheels are trail tough and compatible with lightweight e-MTBs, but only one is actually made from metal

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Shimano RX801 gravel shoe review – a gravel racing specialist

Shimano’s flagship RX810 gravel shoe blends enhanced fit with a rigid carbon sole and lightweight construction resulting in unrivaled gravel racing performance. There's just one problem though

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Could Pace’s radical RC429 really be the one bike that does it all? The brand claims it's a trail, XC, adventure and gravel bike all-in-one, I put it to the test and the results really surprised me

Pace reckons its latest steel RC429 hardtail works as a proper progressive trail slayer AND a fully loaded, kitchen sink spec drop bar adventurer. Surely there have to be some compromises?

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FSA Pro Wing AGX loop gravel handlebar review – an aero gravel-specific drop handlebar, but it's not all about wind-defying speed

FSA has included an extra loop on its latest gravel handlebar, but does that add comfort or just get in the way on the trail?

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Lezyne Macro GPS computer review – easy to use and solidly built

The Macro GPS computer by Lezyne is one of the best mountain bike computers around for those on a budget but not without its shortcomings

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e*thirteen Helix Race crankset and Helix Race chainring review – beautiful CNC sculpted alloy crankset

e*thirteen’s Helix Race is a premium alloy crankset, but do these CNC-crafted arms offer enough performance to justify the upgrade?

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Trek's best-selling hardtail MTB gets new carbon models, plus technology that makes it lighter and improves bump absorption

Trek says the Procaliber Gen 3 is even better with a bump in travel, geometry changes, and three models – but only one in the US

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Voodoo looks to be working some serious money magic with their latest Canzo and Canzo Pro full-suspension bikes

Voodoo’s all-new 140mm travel Canzo 29er frame has totally up-to-date aggro geometry, loaded with Maxxis tires, RockShox suspension, and Shimano stop-and-go with complete bike prices starting at just £1400

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Trek’s latest alloy Top Fuel is an awesome short-travel charger – I made some simple changes during testing and made it even better

Trek’s Top Fuel has been shifting from a superlight XC racer to one of the best, hard-riding short-travel trail bikes available. The latest version drops frame mass, improves geometry and opens up more hard hitting performance potential too, making it more versatile and upgradeable than ever. Given the high price…

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Restrap Race Hydration Vest review – stable on-body storage for ultra-endurance refueling

Designed specifically for on-bike fueling, Restrap’s Race Hydration Vest moves ultra-endurance bikepacking storage from bike to body

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Red Bull Rampage 2024 line-up announced – the four-time Rampage champion Brandon Semenuk returns

Rampage has a stacked roster of MTB freeride legends and they're joined by eight female riders competing for the first time

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I've ridden SRAM's RED XPLR AXS groupset for hundreds of kilometers. Here's why I think it's the future of gravel gearing (and hopefully XC MTB too)

The numbers and features of SRAM’s new RED XPLR AXS gravel group look next level, but how do they add up in terms of practical performance on the trail?

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Wheeltop EDS-OX YQ electronic MTB groupset first look – a viable alternative to SRAM?

I take a close look at Wheeltop’s EDS-OX YQ electronic MTB groupset to see how this Chinese electronic alternative to SRAM compares to the status quo

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Fox releases its first electronic dropper post, claiming the Transfer Neo to be the fastest-actuating wireless dropper ever

The Fox Transfer Neo is fully wireless and features pressure adjustment, extra clearance, and claims to have almost instantaneous actuation

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Kona revives its e-MTB range with the new Remote 160 DL and Remote X

Kona launches its first new e-MTB in four years adding two totally redesigned long-travel e-enduro bikes to its range

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I tested Santa Cruz’s new Bronson XO AXS RSV to find out if it's still a party animal or a serious gravity machine?

Santa Cruz’s mid-travel MX bike is now smoother, slacker, and more confident at speed and in the steeps, but has it lost its signature rider-reactive agility?

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Pivot Switchblade Pro AXS – evolution over revolution for this high-rolling trail slayer

Have Pivot's recent updates to its popular Switchblade trail bike done enough to warrant its superbike pricing?

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Canyon says its CFR helmets will make you a faster rider – but its new design also breaks an unwritten rule in cycling helmets

The Disruptr CFR and Stingr CFR promise improved aerodynamics and feature HighBar’s rotary-dial operated chin strap

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BMC releases its first gravel e-bike along with adventure-ready updates to the rest of the URS range

BMC's updated URS lineup features new MTT suspension, UDH, internal storage, and a TQ motor

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The Genesis Croix de Fer gets the biggest update of its life – but it's still not huge. Are 2024’s tweaks messing with success, or an upgrade worth having? I rode it and found out

Genesis’ adventure and gravel stalwart gets a host of modernizing detail changes

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Madison Freewheel Men's Trousers review – keenly priced trail pants with all-around riding potential

With all-round riding intentions, from commuting to trail riding, can the budget Madison Freewheel Trousers really perform on the trails?

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Granite Rocknroll TQ Torque Ratchet Tool Kit review – slimline, trailside torque wrench multi-tool

Granite’s Rocknroll TQ Torque kit is a ratchet multi-tool with a built-in torque wrench, but does it offer accurate adjustments on the go?

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From trail centers to racing, UK mountain biking is in a real crisis right now. Should you care and what can you do about it?

Guy Kesteven looks at the now-and-next of mountain biking and thinks about what we can do to create the future we want. You might find his conclusion hard to swallow though….

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