The MTB 4.0 Enduro V21 is the first convertible lid in Leatt’s strong helmet lineup. It comes packed with handy features, and the chin bar is easy to wrangle once you get the hang of it. It just retains heat a bit too much, and it’s a bit pricier than the competition.

Sometimes the greatest rides are right on your doorstep and that's no different for Markus Stitz and Guinness World Record holder, Mark Beaumont. In this video, the duo almost literally explores their boundary, taking a new route following the City of Edinburgh's boundary through some very harsh looking wintery conditions.

Leatt’s DBX 2.0 Flat Pedal Shoe combines a casual look with serious performance that any non-clipped rider will appreciate. It's comfy and reasonably priced too – the only negative is the casually bendy sole hinders efficiency on the pedals.

The Big.Trail 600 from Merida is a trail-ready 29” hardtail that’s impressively capable and nicely specced. It comes with a few neat touches and a ride that’ll please both new and experienced riders alike, but it doesn’t quite offer the bang for buck its competition does.

Today, Ribble has announced the all-new gravel platform. It builds on the success of the previous range but offers four key category models made using three different frame materials. The aim of this new platform is to provide better off-road performance with more choice.

The 100% R-Core X Jersey is a neatly-fitting long sleeve jersey best suited to warm weather. It’s cool, comfortable and it’s really clear how far the brand has gone to save weight. The colour scheme won't be for everyone, though, and the cuffs can rise.

If you’re looking for a super lightweight jersey with unbeatable breathability, the Leatt MTB 4.0 UltraWeld Jersey might just be for you. It’s comfortable and looks pretty cool too, but the ‘race tight’ fit is pretty slim around the torso.

WTB’s flagship CZR i30 rims don’t just look super cool, they’re strong and stiff to boot. While ride quality is good and they have an excellent warranty, they're not available built into wheels at the moment – or in anything other than a 29" diameter.

Today marks the release of the new Cairn BRAVe, an all-new ebike that blurs the line between gravel and mountain bike riding to create a bike that's ripe for exploration and above all, fun. It comes with two models donning either a flat or drop handlebar and the bike is built around Shimano's E7000 Steps motor system.

The MTR 8.9 is Boardman’s trail-ready full suspension rig aimed towards aggressive riding. While the geometry isn’t pushing boundaries and its build isn’t mega blingy, Boardman has hit the nail on the head – it balances a stellar ride with wisely-picked kit. The fork is a point of contention, however.