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Liam Mercer

Articles by Liam Mercer

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Fizik Terra Artica GTX shoes gets GORE-TEX tech

Fizik has teamed up with weather-resistance experts GORE-TEX to bring its winterproof tech to the Terra Artica shoe. Whether you're a mountain biker or gravel grinder, the Terra Artica GTX is an insulated, breathable and waterproof shoe, designed to keep your feet comfortable, whatever the wintery weather.

Pirelli Scorpion E-MTB S SmartGRIP 2.6in tyre review

A year on since the launch of the Pirelli Scorpion range, the brand has listened to its critics and has brought changes to what was already a solid tyre. The Scorpion E-MTB S SmartGRIP Gravity features a new, softer compound and a tougher e-bike-specific carcass, noticeably improving on previous models and creating a tyre that’ll please leg-powered riders and e-bikers alike.

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Wolf Tooth adds the Resolve dropper post to its portfolio

Adding to its already vast range of componentry, Wolf Tooth has introduced a long-awaited dropper post, the Resolve. Though, as a brand that strives to add real value to its products, the Resolve comes with interesting bleed tech, a mega short stack and it's completely user serviceable. 

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Willier launches its latest downcountry e-MTB - the Urta Hybrid

Willier has launched a brand new bike, the Urta Hybrid. It's an e-mountain bike with downcountry intentions that rocks the Fazua Ride 60 drive system. The brand claims that it weighs a relatively featherweight 16kg, which means the bike doesn't need to rely on heavy motors or high-capacity batteries. Here's everything you need to know.

Alpina Rocket V glasses review

Alpina might not be the first name you think of when it comes to riding glasses with brands such as Oakley, POC, and 100% taking up much of the marketplace. However, the Rocket Vs pose a serious threat thanks to perfect coverage, and a mighty clear lens at an accessible price. Although the slippery nosepiece is more than a niggle, possibly holding it back from possibly being one of the best cycling glasses you can buy.

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Dangerholm’s 7.49kg Scott Contessa Addict gravel bike

Gustav Gullholm (Dangerholm) has wowed the off-road cycling scene with some astonishing custom bike builds over the past couple of years - we recently featured the Scandinavian bike builder’s Hypersonic Scott Spark RC. The bike pictured here is just as exquisitely detailed and transcends the traditional perception that custom builds, are a domain for men.

Privateer 141 GX Pike review

The Privateer 141 brings everything we liked about the 161 but puts it in a more trail friendly package. While it may not be the prettiest or lightest of bikes out there the Privateer 141’s user friendliness and excellent kit list, combined with its forward-thinking geometry result in a bike that's as versatile as it is fun, making it one of the best trail mountain bikes you can buy.

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Help the planet with Muc-Off's lube refills

As part of Muc-Off's Project Green, the brand has packaged four of its best-known chain lubricants in larger recyclable bottles. These new bottles are bigger, cheaper and more environmentally friendly. Here's everything you need to know.

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Focus Jam2 SL combines the best of both worlds - new lightweight e-MTB

Focus has expanded its range of mountain bikes, this time adding a lightweight full-suspension e-MTB with the promise of merging the best of both worlds; the nimbleness of a normal bike combined with the support of a motor. Let's take a closer look at the Focus Jam2 SL.

Lifeline Torque Wrench Set review

Lifeline’s Essential Torque Wrench Set lives up to its name in more ways than one. It’s affordable, easy to use, accurate and very well equipped making it a worthy consideration for anyone looking to add one of the best bike torque wrenches to their tool collection.

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