The Fox Crossframe Pro provides the security and safety of a brand famous for its gravity-style riding helmets, along with the ventilation and comfort needed to make it suitable for longer rides. The helmet has a slim appearance with a peaked look, and claims to be lightweight and well-ventilated, although this is subjective and depends on individual preferences. Read on to see how it compares with the best mountain bike helmets.

With a modern geometry that is suitable for the latest courses, the Orbea Oiz caters to the needs of cross-country racers. However, it also doubles up as a fun and functional general trail bike. Orbea allows some setup customisation so key components can be changed to suit personal preferences, which may help save you money based on personal fit preferences.

Tailfin has been gradually expanding its range of bikepacking bags. After investing a lot of time in design and testing, the company has finally unveiled a lineup of frame bags that come in several sizes to accommodate different types of bikes. These bags are sturdy, secure, and easy to access. With such a broad range of size options, you're more likely to find one that fits your bike perfectly. The frame bag is made of the same high-quality fabric as other bags in the product range and features excellent mounting and zippers, making it the superior choice for performance.

Effetto Mariposa Flowerpower is a high-performance lubricant that derives its name from the natural ingredient extracted from sunflower seeds. Unlike some other lubricants, it does not contain fluorinated compounds, making it an eco-friendly option. It is exceptionally clean, resembling immersion wax, but it takes time to dry. The only downside is that the unique top of the bottle can be frustrating to use.

Challenge is a well-known brand in the world of cyclo-cross that has now developed a designed tyre for gravel bikes. The brand's expertise has been put to good use, resulting in a tyre that performs exceptionally well delivering a good balance of speed and grip that is unmatched by any other tyre on the market. However, the Gravine's superior performance comes at a cost - it has a thin carcass and a lofty price tag.

With a thickness of 3mm, the Fizik Terra Bondcush Tacky bar tape feels lighter and more comfortable than traditional bar tape, while providing a good grip in all-weather conditions. Additionally, it offers genuine vibration damping that can be helpful while riding on rougher tracks.

The Canyon Grizl:ON CF9 uses the lighter Bosch Performance SX motor unit, which delivers a high degree of adjustability, as well as versatile components and geometry. As a result, the Grizl:ON is an adaptable bike that can handle a range of terrain and riding styles. Thanks to its integrated battery, there are plenty of options for customisation and personalisation, making it more than just your average e-gravel bike.

Panaracer has overhauled the GravelKing line-up and the X1 is claimed to be the fastest-ever GravelKing. But while it might be the fastest tyre Panaracer offers, it can’t match other race-focused options. Instead, the X1 TLR offers well-rounded performance in almost all areas, without excelling in one particular area.

The WTB Volt is one of the most popular options among the best gravel bike saddles with over 1,000,000 sold worldwide. It has recently been updated and while the shape and form have remained consistent, the construction method has changed. Is comfort affected or is this celebrated saddle still a solid choice?

Silca's StripChip offers a promising solution to streamline the hot-immersion chain waxing procedure, aiming for simplicity and efficiency by eliminating the need to degrease a factory-fresh chain. While it achieves some success in this regard, there remains room for improvement to truly deliver on the promise of a straightforward process.