A couple of weeks ago we brought you news that Scott XC pro Nino Schurter had been spotted out and about riding with what looked like a version of SRAM's electronic shifting eTap type system for mountain bikes. Well, he's been at it again, with our eagle-eyed tech writer finding more clues over on the 'gram. Here's the update:

Halo Wheels and Redbull athlete Matt Jones have been together a long time, get a load of this video for some steezy riding and the story of a UK company supporting a UK rider, right from his roots. 

All City Cycles usually catch our eye for their styling, not just in terms of the retro 'steel is real' gravel bike theme, but also for the gorgeous coats of paint lovingly applied to each. This time though the Gorilla Monsoon gravel bike not only has an epic name, it also has room for a massive 27.5 x 2.4" tyres - is this the fattest gravel bike you can buy? 

We brought you news last month that UK company Quoc were due to launch a brand new gravel shoe on Kickstarter - well, that campaign is now live and the total is way over £18,000 already!

The Marin Rift Zone is a dark horse with an unassuming character, it’s a trail slayer with new geometry for 2018 that has moved this bike firmly into trail bike territory. At a humble price the 120mm bike will turn frowns upside down without the need to rob a bank.

The ION women’s Scrub Amp long sleeved jersey is a firm favourite due to its cool looks and, soft touch material and outstanding performance whatever the weather.

The ION Scrub Amp Bikeshorts are a surf inspired but trail ready, tough pair of shorts for any trail adventure. Reaching over the knees and with a good deal of stretch, these are the ultimate women’s short, but that performance does come at a lofty price.

Making winter better for me since Autumn, the softshell Shelter Pants from ION are a light, flexible, fitted yet roomy mountain bike trouser. They are uber durable, made for taking on the winter slop and keeping you that bit warmer and drier.

Confusion surrounding the crossover period of a transgender athlete, Kate Weatherly at the New Zealand National Downhill Champs last week baffles athletes who talk about no 'stand down' period and lack of knowledge of the move of categories.