Liam Mercer
Articles by Liam Mercer
Hutchinson unveils the Wyrm - a trail-specific MTB tyre
Hutchinson's latest tyre, the Wyrm, is designed to bridge the gap between the Kraken 2.4 and the enduro-based Griffus and is aimed towards those who are after a grippy all-weather set-up or a faster rolling rear tyre.
CushCore adds an e-MTB-specific tyre insert to its roster
Bolstering its range of rim-protecting tyre inserts, CushCore has added yet another insert to the line-up. Designed especially for e-mountain bikes, CushCore E-MTB is said to offer maximum protection for the extra weight and potential speeds of e-bikes.
CeramicSpeed launches maintenance-tracking Bike App
It's all too easy to overlook the importance of maintaining your bike and with its new Bike App, CeramicSpeed is looking to take the guesswork out of maintenance intervals while offering best-practice how-tos. Here's everything you need to know.
TruTune MTB Air Fork Insert review
TruTune is a cartridge that replaces your fork’s volume spacers to make its spring curve more linear. While it might not be for everyone, it increases front-end grip, performance and small-bump sensitivity. If you’re a lighter rider struggling to get full travel out of your fork or you’re looking for a coil feel without dropping the cash on a new fork, look no further.
Canyon enters the pedal space with the Performance MTB Flat Pedals
Canyon has spent the best part of 21 years building nothing but bikes. Today, that has all changed - the brand has stepped into the componentry market with the MTB Performance Flat Pedals, a set of pedals that Canyon has built to be the best available.
The Fearless Vulture is back but with a titanium frame
Back in 2018, Fearless Bikes introduced the Vulture, a gravel bike that we praised for its great value for money and well-thought-out frameset. A full five years later, the Vulture is back but this time it gets a fresh look, and a titanium frame.
Hunt updates its popular XC Wide wheelset
As its name suggests, the Hunt XC Wide wheelset is aimed at cross-country-specific riding. That said, it's quickly become outdated so Hunt has gone back to the drawing board and updated its budget friendly XC wheelset.
Privateer adds the E161 e-MTB to its portfolio
It's been a long time coming but Privateer has added an e-mountain bike to the roster, joining the likes of the much-loved 141 and 161 platforms. The brand's latest bike combines Shimano's cutting-edge EP801 motor with an enduro-focussed geometry and will operate as a training tool for its enduro racing athletes.
Additive manufacturing spells new grounds for Deviate Cycles
Additive manufacturing is something we've seen an increasing number of brands turn to for myriad reasons. Atherton Bikes chose the method in order to offer customisable geometries, while others opt for it as a cost-effective way of prototyping. Scottish brand, Deviate Cycles is doing it for a very different reason. It wants to bring manufacturing into the UK while putting the heat on Asian manufacturers. We chatted with Ben Jones from the brand to learn more about its aims.
Race Face Flank Core body armour review
Race Face’s Flank Core body protector is the usual case of less is more. It marries a simple, comfortable and breathable tee with useful-but-comprehensive protection. It does come with a few foibles, however, as it’s tough to take off and the seams aren’t of the highest quality but, for the cash, it’s an ideal companion for the occasional trip to the bike park or the odd local race.