The COROS APEX Pro is a multisport watch that’s absolutely packed with useful features for the outdoor adventurist, with many of those features being perfect for the off-road cyclist. While things can be a little confusing at first, it’s an easy to use device with a mighty impressive battery life that delivers a lot of super useful info at a glance. However, all of those features come at a price, and the accompanying app feels like a can of worms.

Raleigh Components has proudly teamed up with Pembree, a fellow UK-based cycling company that shares values on sustainability and carbon footprint reduction. Pembree designs and manufactures flat pedals right here in the UK with two models currently on offer.

DT Swiss has acknowledged that e-bikes aren't just a trend but that they've evolved with more powerful motors, bigger batteries and a shift in user behaviour. All of which has lead to an increase in loads. The demands expected for an e-MTB wheelset have changed, therefore the brand has totally revised the Hybrid MTB wheels. There are three new models available; here's everything you need to know.

Mondraker has given the e-mountain bike line-up a serious refresh for 2022. With the update, the brand introduced six bikes all of which will run the new Bosch CX GEN4 motor. Here's what the range is all about.

The Havok Knee Zip knee guards from Amplifi have proven to be a stable, comfortable and durable set of pads that provide an ample level of coverage. However, the Non-Stick Hook and Loop fasteners are a little strange, and they’re edging towards the pricier end of the scale.

After the successful launch of the Occam last year, Orbea has found a wide range of Occam riders, using the bike for many styles of riding. Riders who appreciate its lightweight and pedalling efficiency, then riders who are loving the bike's capability when descending. With that, the brand has unveiled the new and updated Occam along with a brand new, longer travelled Occam LT.

The Five Ten Brand of the Brave short is a casual cut short that uses eco-friendly Primegreen tech. It comes with a host of useful features and a stylish look; however, it fits a little too short to cover knee pads, and the internal drawstring is a little naff.

ROTOR has completed its lineup of mountain bike chainrings with the announcement of the Universal Tooth Pattern design, a specially shaped tooth made to work perfectly with any mainstream 11 or 12-speed drivetrain on the market. It's said that ROTOR is the first brand in the industry to offer such a chainring.

The Bike TrailX T-shirt from Five Ten is another garment that uses the brand’s eco-friendly Primeblue tech. The technical t-shirt comes with a more casual cut making it ideal for trips to the pub and long days shredding, but the over-complicated shoulder panels can rise while on the bike.

It's Friday and you know exactly what that means. It's time for 5 cool things where we showcase the coolest kit that we've had come into the office ripe for testing. This week, we've got sticky rubber, plenty of bags, and some eco-friendly bike maintenance kit. Get stuck in.