Features
Riding at a bike park is a little different to your regular trail ride. Here's how best to get prepped.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 18 2024Steve Thomas was at the first ever Cape Epic and takes us for a ride through its evolution.
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 18 2024Don’t miss any of the cool shiny tech from this week.
Adwitiya Pal
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Mar 16 2024Top-end suspension components and Merida's aggro graveller make it into this week's Five Cool Things.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 15 2024Ditch the bag and ride packless with our top tips for on-the-bike storage.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 15 2024Hands on with Specialized’s all-new Epic 8 mountain bike.
Aaron Borrill
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Mar 11 2024Everything you need to know about the toughest mountain bike stage race in the world including how to watch.
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 11 2024Here are all the tech news stories you might have missed from the week.
Adwitiya Pal
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Mar 9 2024And this week's news highlights.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 8 2024We meet up with Gloria Cycling founder Carlos Ramirez who explains how he is able to provide premium titanium bikes at surprisingly affordable prices
Liam Mercer
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Mar 8 2024We chat to the former pro racer and communications manager about her rise through the ranks.
Lauren Jenkins
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Mar 8 2024Are you tired of using technology? We explore the pros and cons of cycling's constant drive to develop and improve.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 7 2024We take a spin on Whyte's newest lightweight electric mountain bike.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 5 2024Cotic announced it was no longer going to make titanium frames, for ethical environmental reasons. Is the way ahead for bike manufacturers?
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 4 2024Why road and mountain bike saddles look similar but are very different.
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 4 2024It's been another huge week for tech releases so get the kettle on and prepare to be updated.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 2 2024Merida brings its latest tech to its e-MTB platform and we've got the early verdict.
Liam Mercer
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Mar 1 2024Plus all the top news stories and features from this week.
Aaron Borrill
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Feb 29 2024Get your mountain bike summer-ready in eight simple steps.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 27 2024If you've ever thought about going abroad to ride some gravel, these two destinations should be on your bucket list
Liam Mercer
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Feb 27 2024It's been a huge week on the tech front. Here's your best chance to catch up on all the news.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 24 2024And a race of this week's best stories.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 23 2024Early verdict on Canyon's latest mountain bike, the Spectral CF 9.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 22 2024All the best bits from this year's Corebike show.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 20 2024Our recap on the best tech stories of the week.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 17 2024As well as the top stories to hit the site this week.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 16 2024For Scarab Cycles founder, Santiago Toro, steel was the only real way to bring his obsession for creating bicycles to the people of Colombia and the world.
Josh Ross
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Feb 15 2024The pros and cons of cycling’s most debated topic and understanding which option is best for your riding.
Lance Branquinho
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Feb 15 2024We catch up with the Flying Scotsman Kriss Kyle to hear about his new film.
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 12 2024Your recap on the best stories to hit off.road.cc this week.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 9 2024The Switchblade's had a makeover and we've ridden it ahead of launch.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 6 2024New to mountain biking? Here are the basic skills for safe and controlled riding.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 5 2024We chat to cycling advocate Aneela McKenna.
Lauren Jenkins
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Feb 2 2024These are the top tech stories of the week.
Suvi Loponen
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Feb 2 2024Plus the best stories of the week.
Liam Mercer
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Feb 2 2024They might be similar looking but these two bikes couldn’t be any more different from a geometry and purpose perspective.
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 31 2024Iconic Yorkshire mountain bike brand, Orange Bikes, will continue to trade thanks to a merger with its UK factory.
off.road.cc staff
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Jan 29 2024These are the top tech stories of the week.
Suvi Loponen
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Jan 27 2024Everything you need to know about the two most popular bicycle frame materials
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 25 2024Your complete guide to MTB body armour.
Liam Mercer
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Jan 24 2024These are the top tech stories of the week.
Suvi Loponen
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Jan 20 2024Plus a look back at the best stories of the week.
Liam Mercer
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Jan 19 2024Everything you need to know about getting stronger and wiser on the bike.
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 18 2024Secrets to the sharpest-feeling hydraulic brakes.
Liam Mercer
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Jan 15 2024All the top events you should consider entering.
Suvi Loponen
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Jan 13 2024And a look back at this week's best stories
Liam Mercer
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Jan 12 2024How internally geared hubs work, are they worth it and what does that mean for your MTB or gravel bike?
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 11 2024We a look back at the West Yorkshire-based company's three-decade history.
off.road.cc staff
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Jan 10 2024Sometimes spending a bit extra can actually save you money in the long-run.
Liam Mercer
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Jan 9 2024This year we're seeing the UCI MTB World Cup raced at six new venues
Suvi Loponen
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Jan 5 2024The physio-turned-mountain-bike guide opens up on what made her turn to life on two wheels.
Lauren Jenkins
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Jan 5 2024Fresh gravel rubber and winter kicks make it into our first Five Cool Things list of 2024
Liam Mercer
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Jan 5 2024All the essential information for setting up your first gravel bike
Suvi Loponen
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Jan 3 2024Boost your fitness and riding morale with these ten motivating challenges
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 31 2023Winter riding poses its own set of maintenance challenges - here's how to battle them
Liam Mercer
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Dec 30 2023A look back at Matt's year of testing
Matt Page
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Dec 27 2023Here’s how to smash Rapha’s Christmas challenge in the lead-up to the new year
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 23 2023These are Suvi's highlights from the past 12 months
Suvi Loponen
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Dec 23 2023Top tips on how to make the most out of riding wet trails
Liam Mercer
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Dec 22 2023Gravel bikes, 3 Season Jackets, Clipless pedals and a car rack
Patrick Joscelyne
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Dec 22 2023A gravel bike, an off-road power meter and a game controller
Aaron Borrill
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Dec 21 2023We list the best cycling podcasts to help get you through winter, the holiday drive or an indoor cycling session
off.road.cc staff
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Dec 21 2023A look back on Ty's riding-filled year and the best kit he's tested
Ty Rutherford
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Dec 19 2023The ins and outs of winter rubber
Liam Mercer
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Dec 19 2023Plus this week's top highlights
Liam Mercer
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Dec 15 2023Thinking smarter about choosing the correct MTB multi-tool
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 15 2023A look back at our tech editor's year
Liam Mercer
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Dec 14 2023The iconic Raleigh Chopper is once again wheelieing back to seasonal favour
off.road.cc staff
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Dec 13 2023Was Liam's bike-tech crystal ball on the money?
Liam Mercer
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Dec 13 2023Off.road.cc’s top choices from the year as selected by our experienced team of testers
Aaron Borrill
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Dec 12 2023These are all the winter riding wardrobe essentials
Suvi Loponen
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Dec 11 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Dec 9 2023Here is our guide on how to get the cleanest bike with the least effort
Liam Mercer
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Dec 8 2023The best kit to land in our office and this week's top stories
Liam Mercer
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Dec 8 2023We chat with Chris Lanaway about life as a photographer in the bike industry
Lauren Jenkins
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Dec 8 2023Everything you need to know about cleaning and caring for your bike's disc brakes
Suvi Loponen
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Dec 7 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Dec 2 2023This week's top stories and the coolest kit to come in ahead of testing
Liam Mercer
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Dec 1 2023How the small American mountain town of Durango, Colorado is fast becoming a breeding ground for world-class cyclists of all disciplines
off.road.cc staff
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Nov 30 2023The best tricks for a successful bikepacking trip this winter
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 29 2023Save cash on your first bike without the compromise
Liam Mercer
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Nov 28 2023Here's our pick of the best MTB deals available right now
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 27 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 25 2023We chat to Canyon's communications manager about all things cycling
Lauren Jenkins
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Nov 24 2023The best gear to land on our desks this week, plus all the top stories
Liam Mercer
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Nov 24 2023Does winter riding ruin mountain bike trails? We examine the causes of trail damage
Lance Branquinho
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Nov 23 2023Top tips on how to cleanly organise your mountain bike bar layout
Matt Page
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Nov 22 2023Dodge the filth and still come out fitter and faster
Liam Mercer
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Nov 21 2023The YT founder has built quite the special bike
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 20 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 18 2023Find out how Suvi does at the three day gravel event
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 17 2023And the top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Nov 17 2023Everything you need to know about travelling with your bicycle, tips and how to pack
off.road.cc staff
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Nov 15 2023Here's why we reckon a hardtail is the best bike for winter riding
Liam Mercer
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Nov 14 2023We dive into the pros and cons of wide handlebars
Lance Branquinho
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Nov 13 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 11 2023As well as the most exciting stories to hit the site this week
Liam Mercer
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Nov 10 2023These are our top tips to make the soggy season more bearable
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 9 2023Vibration damping goods and handy kit we reckon all gravel bikes need
Liam Mercer
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Nov 8 2023Get set for winter and keep those wheels rolling
Liam Mercer
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Nov 6 2023This is a bike with historic world championships under its name before it's even hit the shelves
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 6 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 4 2023Find out about James Lawrence's job at YT Industries and how it all started
Lauren Jenkins
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Nov 3 2023This week's five coolest things and the most exciting stories
Liam Mercer
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Nov 3 202325% off Hunt Enduro Wheels and Privateer DJ101 Bike, £1000 off Cairn E-Adventure + more
Liam Mercer
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Nov 3 2023What does the future hold for gravel racing and its purist pros?
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 31 2023These are the top tech news stories and features of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Oct 28 2023Along with the top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Oct 27 2023Everything you need to know about tubeless sealant
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 26 2023YT has brought some long-awaited updates to its trail platform. Here's our first ride report
Liam Mercer
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Oct 25 2023A deep dive into the pros and cons of the oval chainring
Liam Mercer
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Oct 24 2023This week's Five Cool Things plus the best stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Oct 20 2023The evolution of hydraulic disc brakes has significantly improved over the years - here’s everything you need to know
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 18 2023The all-new Merida Silex has already proved its mettle by winning the 2023 UCI Gravel World Championships but what does that mean for the average rider?
Aaron Borrill
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Oct 18 2023We dive into the anatomy of drop and flat handlebars to help you decide what's best for you
Liam Mercer
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Oct 17 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Oct 14 2023We chat with Hannah Wilson, UK brand manager for Crankbrothers and Fizik about her job
Lauren Jenkins
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Oct 13 2023And we'll bring you the coolest stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Oct 13 2023With the 2023 UCI Gravel World Championships done and dusted we look back at how things unfolded in Italy
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 9 2023Our new series takes you behind the scenes to find out more about the people who work in the industry
Lauren Jenkins
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Oct 6 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Oct 6 2023Why titanium remains the elite off-road material
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 5 2023These are the top tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 30 2023And the best stories of the week
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 29 2023Merida's jack of all trades trail bike has received a well-deserved update. Here's what we think so far...
Liam Mercer
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Sep 29 2023Why knee pads matter and which option is best for you and your riding
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 27 2023Bearings live a challenging component life in any off-road bike and need to be maintained to perform optimally
Liam Mercer
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Sep 27 2023The second-generation Creo comes with a burly build but how does the e-gravel bike ride?
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 26 2023A closer look at the route and the potential contenders for the 2023 UCI Gravel World Championships
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 26 2023We check out the latest and greatest tech to hit Sea Otter's European show
Liam Mercer
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Sep 23 2023And we'll bring you the coolest stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Sep 22 2023Here’s everything you need to know about ceramic bearings and why they’ll make a difference to your bike
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 21 2023We discuss the differences between coil and air suspension
Liam Mercer
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Sep 20 2023We get hands on with Merida's heavy hitting bikepark rig
Liam Mercer
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Sep 20 2023For its 20th edition, the Cape Epic spans 390 miles through South Africa’s brutal Boland region
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 18 2023Britain’s Charlie Hatton put in the slippery downhill run of his life to become World Champion on home turf in Fort William. We spoke to him about what it means and where to next.
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 18 2023Accompanied by this week's top stories
Aaron Borrill
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Sep 15 2023This is the roundup of the top mountain bike and gravel tech news and features
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 15 2023Extreme heat mountain biking and the hydration pack
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 14 2023Brad took on the 750km cycling odyssey made of endurance, challenges, and triumphs
Bradley Shenton
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Sep 11 2023The top mountain bike and gravel tech news stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 9 2023The coolest kit to come into our office this week
Liam Mercer
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Sep 8 2023Is 750d a new gravel bike standard or fantasy?
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 7 2023Are clipless pedals right for you?
Liam Mercer
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Sep 4 2023The best tech news stories from this week
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 2 2023Have handlebars become too big for bar ends?
Lance Branquinho
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Aug 31 2023The coolest test kit to drop in the office as well as this week's top stories
Liam Mercer
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Aug 25 2023The biggest cycling names now participate across disciplines but what does this new breed of rider mean for the future of the off-road side of our sport?
off.road.cc staff
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Aug 23 2023A deep dive into the knobbly world of mountain bike tyres
Liam Mercer
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Aug 22 2023Here are all the best cycling tech news of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 19 2023The top tech to come into the office along with the best stories
Liam Mercer
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Aug 18 2023Maybe not, but it certainly makes for better viewing
Liam Mercer
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Aug 14 2023Here are all the best cycling tech news of the week
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 12 2023This is not just any bike check, but that of the first-ever pedal bicycles made
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 11 2023Bringing you the coolest tech to grace the office and the best stories
Liam Mercer
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Aug 11 2023The Vitus E-Mythique is proof that performance shouldn’t cost the earth
Liam Mercer
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Aug 11 2023From cross-country and enduro to trials and downhill - these are the stories behind some of the greatest athletes to ever compete on dirt
Aaron Borrill
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Aug 9 2023Courtney teams up with World Bicycle Relief to unveil the special edition Scott Spark RC
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 9 2023What we learned from riding the 216km Ekoi Stone Circle gravel event
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 9 2023Dutchman Mathieu van der Poel will attempt to win the Elite UCI XCO World Championship title on the trails of Glentress. Can he do it and is mixing of disciplines the future for competitive cycling?
off.road.cc staff
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Aug 8 2023All the latest tech stories of the week, covering gravel bikes' suitability for commuting and new product releases
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 4 2023Understanding the differences between a gravel bike and hybrid bike, and which option is best for you
Lance Branquinho
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Aug 4 2023Plus your weekly fill of our top stores
Liam Mercer
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Aug 3 2023They can offer more comfort, better capability and ample storage options
Lance Branquinho
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Aug 2 2023The full UCI World Cycling Championships (including mountain biking) heads to Scotland this week and we’ve compiled an overview of what to expect and who to watch
off.road.cc staff
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Aug 2 2023While the UK isn't blessed with endless finely packed fire roads, the more chaotic terrain is arguably just as fun but in a different way
VecchioJo
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Jul 29 2023The best tech stories of the week, all in one place
Suvi Loponen
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Jul 29 2023Dangerholm pushes the boundaries of innovation yet again with the Scott Lumen eRide 900 SL
Suvi Loponen
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Jul 28 2023Merida has overhauled and updated its Big.Nine XC hardtail, and we've put it through its paces
Liam Mercer
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Jul 28 2023British bikepacking equipment manufacturer Tailfin will be holding demo days across the country
Liam Mercer
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Jul 27 2023Everything you need to know about fixing a chain trailside
Liam Mercer
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Jul 27 2023And this week's news highlights
Liam Mercer
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Jul 25 2023A four step guide on how to service your shock's air can
Liam Mercer
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Jul 25 2023Here's the top tech news of the week
Lauren Jenkins
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Jul 22 2023Our collection of the coolest kit to have arrived, as well as the top stories
Liam Mercer
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Jul 21 2023Namibian mountain biker Mannie Heymans was the first-ever Cape Epic champion. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Jul 21 2023Everything you need to know about the drop-bar dirt bike built for competing in the cyclo-cross racing discipline.
Lance Branquinho
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Jul 19 2023It's been a big week for tech news. Here are the highlights.
Liam Mercer
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Jul 15 2023And the latest stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Jul 14 2023Former Swiss World Cup Downhiller Claudio Caluori is best known for his Red Bull TV POV course previews. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Jul 14 2023SRAM has brought its T-Type tech to a lower price point. Here are our first thoughts
Liam Mercer
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Jul 11 2023Catch up on our top tech news and features from the week
Suvi Loponen
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Jul 8 2023The latest gadgets and gear to come through the off.road.cc office doors
Liam Mercer
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Jul 7 2023Fast Frenchman Julien Absalon is one of cross-country mountain biking’s all-time greats and is the sport’s only double Olympic Champion. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Jul 7 2023Everything you need to know about mountain bike trails and where to find them
Lance Branquinho
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Jul 5 2023And the top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Jun 30 2023This week's top tech stories
Liam Mercer
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Jun 30 2023Multiple Iranian ladies XCO MTB Champion Faranak Partoazar has defied high cultural odds
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 30 2023South Africa is fast becoming a global authority when it comes to the production of carbon fibre, mountain bike frames and components
Lance Branquinho
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Jun 28 2023Sometimes we all need a little push to get out for a ride
Lauren Jenkins
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Jun 28 2023We speak to Stan’s NoTubes UK brand manager James Trigg and get the full guide to Stan’s innovative range of wheels
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 26 2023Mega gallery of highlights from Europe’s biggest bike show
Rebecca Bland
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Jun 26 2023The most important off-road cycling tech news in one place
Suvi Loponen
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Jun 24 2023And our tech and news highlights from the week
Liam Mercer
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Jun 23 2023Quite possibly the world’s best off-road long-distance rider of the moment.
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 23 2023Everything you need to know about SRAM’s affordable Eagle groupsets
Lance Branquinho
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Jun 22 2023A route for every rider and celebration of gravel in all its glory
Suvi Loponen
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Jun 21 2023We look at Elitewheels’ range of affordable upgrade carbon wheels
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 19 2023Catch up on our top tech news and features from the week
Suvi Loponen
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Jun 17 2023And a lot more, along with the top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Jun 16 2023Four-time 24-Hour World MTB Champion Cory Wallace recently set the FKT on the trail to Everest Base Camp and is one of the sport’s great adventurers. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 16 2023Hands on with the 1x and hydraulic disc-brake-only SRAM Apex Eagle mechanical groupset
Aaron Borrill
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Jun 15 2023Yeti’s 650b bike strongly waves the flag for little wheels
Liam Mercer
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Jun 15 2023Swiss shredder Nino Schurter is quite possibly the greatest cross-country racer of all time. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 15 2023Our first impressions of Canyon's latest trail e-mountain bike
Liam Mercer
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Jun 13 2023We speak to Canyon’s Peter Kettenring about the new Torque:ON CF
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 13 2023Catch up on our top tech news and features from the past week
Lauren Jenkins
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Jun 10 2023Everything you need to know about the unwritten code that governs cycling’s fast-growing discipline
Lance Branquinho
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Jun 9 2023And the top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Jun 9 2023Everything you need to know about fueling for a cross-country mountain bike marathon event
Tom Epton
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Jun 8 2023Regular trips to the mechanic can get very pricy, so here's how to cut the costs
Liam Mercer
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Jun 7 2023We sat down with gravel event organisers to talk about the appeal and future of gravel racing
Suvi Loponen
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Jun 7 2023Mountain biking is expensive, here's how to make it easier on the wallet
Liam Mercer
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Jun 6 2023All of this week's most relevant tech news and features in one place
Suvi Loponen
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Jun 2 2023British downhill ace Gee Atherton has been at the top of the sport for more than two decades - this is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Jun 2 2023A closer look at the tool you never thought you needed
Aaron Borrill
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Jun 1 2023The lowdown on one of America’s biggest gravel races including who to watch, the route and possible weather conditions
Lance Branquinho
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May 31 2023Should you be riding ABS brakes on your mountain bike?
Lance Branquinho
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May 30 2023We take a closer look at the bike of the Trinity Racing rider who competed on his home turf
Suvi Loponen
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May 29 2023This week’s best off-road cycling tech content all in one place
Suvi Loponen
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May 27 2023We took a closer look at the F1 star's UCI World Series Gravel race bike
Suvi Loponen
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May 26 2023Along with the top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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May 26 2023The world of tubeless tyres and sealant is something every rider should know about, so we’ve teamed up with Stan’s NoTubes to unpick some of its mysteries
off.road.cc staff
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May 26 2023New Zealand’s lofty gravity racing star Wyn Masters has been a popular figure on the world scene for years. This is his story.
off.road.cc staff
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May 26 2023A closer look at why all mountain bikers should try flat pedals before going the clipless route
Lance Branquinho
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May 25 2023Vaude isn't just bags, it's range of classy riding apparel is also something special
off.road.cc staff
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May 25 2023Campagnolo, stellar paintjob and low pressures - we've checked out the Australian pro gravel riders bike
Suvi Loponen
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May 24 2023The coolest bikes of the race and some of the general tech trends
Suvi Loponen
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May 23 2023The ex-WorldTour pro took part in the UCI gravel race with this 'off-the-peg' bike
Suvi Loponen
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May 23 2023The Ineos Grenadiers rider secured an impressive solo victory at his first ever gravel race
Suvi Loponen
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May 22 2023This is your chance to win the innovative MTB wheelset
off.road.cc staff
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May 22 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Suvi Loponen
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May 20 2023A closer look at this week's Five Cool Things and the most interesting stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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May 19 2023A closer look at the freeride and YouTube sensation's e-MTB
Liam Mercer
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May 18 2023Confused by all the mountain bike terminology? We break down all the terms you need to know
Lance Branquinho
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May 17 2023Five Cool Things and the top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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May 12 2023With three World Championships to his name, Christoph Sauser is one of mountain biking’s greats
Liam Mercer
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May 12 2023Discussing the curious correlation between gravel bike suspension innovations and the early phase of mountain bikes
Lance Branquinho
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May 10 2023Hands on with the three-time downhill World Champion's race e-MTB
Liam Mercer
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May 10 2023Everything you need to know about the latest range of RockShox forks
Dean Hersey
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May 10 2023And the coolest stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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May 5 202310 time World Champion Jack Carthy is one of Britain’s great unsung cycling heroes. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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May 5 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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May 4 2023Everything you need to know about starting out mountain biking
Lance Branquinho
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May 4 2023We look at some of the most exciting 2023 mountain biking shoes from respected Italian brand Northwave
off.road.cc staff
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May 2 2023We sat down with Privateer's Dan Hicks to find out just how much goes into bike design
Liam Mercer
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May 1 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Apr 29 2023And a look back at this week's best stories
Liam Mercer
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Apr 28 2023Drop bars, flat bars and everything else in between, including a Boardman prototype
Suvi Loponen
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Apr 26 2023A closer look at the honeycomb-like inner helmet structure and why it matters to helmet safety
Lance Branquinho
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Apr 26 2023Liam Mercer unpacks this loaded topic and reckons gravel's progression is the best thing to happen to cycling in decades
Liam Mercer
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Apr 25 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Apr 22 2023Plus news highlights of the week
Liam Mercer
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Apr 21 2023Former road pro Cadel Evans is highly revered – naturally, he was a Tour de France winner and World Champion on the hard stuff but his career began on the dirt. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Apr 21 2023Trail mountain biking eschews the competitive side of the sport, favouring fun and enjoyment on the trails
Lance Branquinho
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Apr 19 2023Plus highlights and top stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Apr 14 2023Everything you need to know about Kask's WG11 helmet test protocol and how it’s trying to change helmet safety
Lance Branquinho
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Apr 13 2023Treat yourself and a friend to five days of epic mountain biking in the Swiss Alps - enter the 2023 SPAR Swiss Epic today
Aaron Borrill
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Apr 12 2023Incredible breakthrough e-bike technology, including ABS anti-lock braking, from serial e-bike innovator Bosch will be available to test at this year's Alexander Palace Cycle Show.
off.road.cc staff
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Apr 11 2023And the best stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Apr 7 2023We look at how ACID’s range of fantastic bike-mounted cycle luggage – frame bags, seat packs, panniers and handlebar bags – can be combined to create the ultimate bikepacking set-up
off.road.cc staff
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Apr 6 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Apr 1 2023The Scottish trials riding ace Danny MacAskill is arguably cycling’s first YouTube sensation. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 31 2023Plus a bumper week for racing news
Liam Mercer
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Mar 31 2023We take a look at what consumable parts for SRAM's new drivetrains actually cost
Liam Mercer
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Mar 31 2023Everything you need to know about Bontrager’s slip-plane liner and how it works
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 29 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Mar 25 2023And the best stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Mar 24 2023Everything you need to know about Q-factor and why it matters to you
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 23 2023We look at some of the best mountain biking clothing from Northwave
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 21 2023The Absa Cape Epic has grown into the world’s premier mountain bike stage and has naturally attracted some of the biggest names in world sport - we look back at some high-profile athletes who’ve completed the race
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 20 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Mar 18 2023South African cross-country racer Burry Stander was a rising star of the world scene, until one awful January morning in 2013 when he was killed while training, at just 25 years of age. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 17 2023With this week's top stories
Aaron Borrill
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Mar 17 2023Forget your bucket and washing-up liquid, you need to take advantage of Gtechniq’s scientific approach
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 13 2023Our round-up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Mar 11 2023Everything you need to know about choosing the right wheel size
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 9 2023Should you get a women-specific bicycle?
Suvi Loponen
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Mar 8 2023From air-sprung to rigid, here's everything you need to know about mountain bike fork installation
Liam Mercer
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Mar 8 2023The 2023 Absa Cape Epic kicks off with a prologue at Meerendal Wine Estate on 19 March. Here are our top men’s and women’s team predictions…
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 6 2023Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Mar 5 2023Including this week's top stories
Liam Mercer
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Mar 3 2023Take the Rider Research Hub's survey for a chance to win a POC helmet
Suvi Loponen
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Mar 2 2023What’s the difference between hybrids and mountain bikes and which bike is best for you?
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 2 2023Everything you need to know about mastering switchbacks up or downhill
Lance Branquinho
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Mar 1 2023Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Feb 25 2023Back in 2021 Malvern’s Evie Richards upturned the mountain bike form book and raced to glory in the Elite XCO World Championship, becoming the first British female racer ever to do so. This is her story.
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 24 2023As well as our best stories this week
Liam Mercer
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Feb 24 2023Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Feb 18 2023Everything you need to know about becoming a mountain biker
Lance Branquinho
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Feb 16 2023From knee and elbow protection to gravel handlebars and stems, here are this week's cool things
Suvi Loponen
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Feb 16 2023We've picked all of the best bikes from Cube's 2023 range
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 15 2023A round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Feb 11 2023Our selection of the five coolest things to land in the office and the best stories
Liam Mercer
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Feb 10 2023Former UCI Cross-country World Champion Kate Courtney was raised in the shadow of the legendary Mount Tamalpais - this is her story.
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 10 2023Get your calendar out and start penciling these in...
Suvi Loponen
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Feb 10 2023Everything you need to know about chain checkers, chain stretch and how to prolong the life of your mountain bike chain
Lance Branquinho
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Feb 9 2023You don't need to spend any money to make your bike feel faster
Liam Mercer
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Feb 8 2023The international gravel events scene is ever expanding and we've listed some of the most exciting 2023 gravel events for you
Suvi Loponen
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Feb 8 2023A round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Feb 3 2023Everything you need to know about two very different off-road drop handlebar bikes
Lance Branquinho
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Feb 2 2023Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Jan 27 2023The “Flying Dutchman” Bart Brentjens became the first ever men’s cross-country mountain bike Olympic Champion back in 1996, and he’s still racing – this is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Jan 27 2023It's e-bike galore at off.road.cc HQ
Liam Mercer
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Jan 26 2023Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Jan 21 2023Our top seven budget friendly upgrades for your mountain or gravel bike
Liam Mercer
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Jan 19 2023 Everything you need to know about transporting your mountain bike to the trailhead
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 19 2023The rise of the Fastest Known Time phenomenon and what it means for mountain biking and gravel riding adventure
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 18 2023And as usual, the best stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Jan 17 2023And the most interesting stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Jan 12 2023Mud, sand traps, log obstacles and impossible stairs - welcome to the crazy world of cyclo-cross
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 10 2023A round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Jan 7 2023And the coolest stories you may have missed from the week
Liam Mercer
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Jan 6 2023Just bought a new bike? Here's the first 5 things you should upgrade
Liam Mercer
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Jan 6 2023The pros and cons of tubeless mountain bike tyres and how to find the right setup for you
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 5 2023SRAM, Hayes and Magura brake bleeds explained in six steps
Liam Mercer
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Jan 5 2023Flying bikes? E-bikes that can climb vertical? Electric brakes?
Liam Mercer
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Jan 4 2023 The 2023 UCI Mountain Bike World Cup calendar remains a strong audience draw for mountain biking’s global viewership
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 4 2023We debunk the myths associated with mountain bike tyre pressure and discuss how to find the right pressure for you
Lance Branquinho
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Jan 3 2023Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Dec 31 2022All the components and bikes that Matt has been loving in 2022
Matt Page
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Dec 30 2022Along with this week's news highlights
Liam Mercer
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Dec 30 2022Dangerholm trades lightweight for all-out reliability
Liam Mercer
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Dec 29 2022A look back at Liam's tech predictions for the year
Liam Mercer
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Dec 29 2022Bikes, clothing, accessories, tyres and more
Patrick Joscelyne
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Dec 28 2022Tracy Moseley is one the most successful downhill and enduro racers of all time. This is her story.
off.road.cc staff
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Dec 27 2022Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Dec 24 2022Our final Five Cool Things before Xmas
Liam Mercer
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Dec 23 2022Gravel bikes, winter boots and titanium cleats - check Suvi's 2022 tech picks
Suvi Loponen
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Dec 23 2022Blingy bolts, a radar camera and a gravel bike with suspension
Aaron Borrill
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Dec 21 2022See Liam's 2022 highlights; bikes, clothing, accessories, tyres and more
Liam Mercer
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Dec 19 2022Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Dec 17 2022Off.road.cc’s top choices from the year as selected by our experienced team of testers
Aaron Borrill
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Dec 16 2022And much more in this week's five cool things
Liam Mercer
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Dec 16 2022British downhill racing ace and pioneer Steve Peat is a true giant of the sport. Here's his story.
off.road.cc staff
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Dec 16 2022What the Cape Epic lacks in absolute riding distance, it compensates for in harsh, technical terrain. We take a closer look at what riders can expect come 19 March 2023
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 15 2022The 2022 XCO World Cup season featured several race winners and unusual discord within Swiss mountain biking. Here’s the full season recap
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 14 2022Our pick of the most interesting Christmas cycling challenges
Rhian Atherton
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Dec 14 2022Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Dec 10 2022And more cool things combined with this week's top stories
Liam Mercer
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Dec 9 2022Everything you need to know about getting fitter and stronger on the bike
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 8 2022It's not about speed but big tricks and heaps of style
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 7 2022Our roundup of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Dec 3 2022Handguards, an oval chainring and lever grips? That's Liam's Spectral
Liam Mercer
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Dec 2 2022Nick Craig has been a top-draw fixture on the UK cycling scene for over four decades. This is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Dec 2 2022Everything you need to know about the unwritten rules of MTB
Lance Branquinho
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Dec 1 2022Save £375 on this Vitus Nucleus 27 VRS dropper and pedals bundle
Lance Branquinho
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Nov 28 2022A round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Nov 26 2022Our top picks of the best gifts to please any cyclist
Liam Mercer
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Nov 25 2022Save £640 on this race-ready enduro fork
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 25 2022As well as a look back at the best stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Nov 25 2022Save £150 on this popular cycling computer
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 24 2022How to tell a hardtail from a full-suspension mountain bike and everything else in between
Lance Branquinho
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Nov 24 2022Save over £1,000 on this cross-country mountain bike
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 23 2022Save £100 on one of the best cycling computers out there
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 22 2022A round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Nov 19 2022Plus the most exciting news of the week
Liam Mercer
|
Nov 18 2022South African downhill racing ace Greg Minnaar has been at the top of his game for longer than some of his rivals have been alive, this is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Nov 18 2022We sampled Yeti's latest trail bike at Wind Hill Bikepark
Liam Mercer
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Nov 17 2022Everything you need to know to get yourself ready for an enduro race
Liam Mercer
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Nov 16 2022A checklist of all the beginner mountain bike gear you need to get started in the sport we all love
Lance Branquinho
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Nov 16 2022A round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Nov 12 2022Learn what's the best garments for enjoyable winter riding
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 11 2022We cover different saddle options for women and the technologies behind them
Suvi Loponen
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Nov 11 2022Invisiframe or Heli Tape, here's your complete guide to frame protection
Liam Mercer
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Nov 11 2022Learn how to ride berms on your mountain bike
Lance Branquinho
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Nov 10 2022A round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Nov 6 2022With 10 UCI Downhill MTB World Champ titles Nicolas Vouilloz is arguably the greatest male downhill racer of all time - this is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Nov 4 2022As well as some fresh lights, handguards and a blingy shock pump
Liam Mercer
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Nov 4 2022YT’s Szepter is a gravel bike with gravity-orientated tendencies
Aaron Borrill
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Nov 3 2022Scott's new trail bike gets integrated shock design and a shed load of cool tech
Liam Mercer
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Nov 3 2022Know your standover from your reach - here’s everything you need to know about mountain bike sizing and how to get the perfect fit
Lance Branquinho
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Nov 2 2022The bike light market can be difficult to navigate with so many brands, so many power outputs, and just so many options. But with the help of Moon lights, we’ve simplified things to make sure you only buy exactly what you need
off.road.cc staff
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Nov 1 2022Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Oct 30 2022From flat soles to cleats and women-specific shoes - we've got you covered
Suvi Loponen
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Oct 28 2022The latest and coolest kit to arrive this week
Liam Mercer
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Oct 28 2022Where do you find singletrack, who builds it and why is it such a foundational feature of mountain biking?
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 27 2022The rules, the races and equipment of cycling’s fastest-growing category - gravel bike racing
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 26 2022Here's Five Cool Things and the most exciting news of the week
Liam Mercer
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Oct 21 2022In mountain biking terms, Hans Rey is one of the indisputable greats of the sport having raced everything from trials and downhill to slalom racing - this is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 21 2022Steep climbs, technical downs and the odd gap jump - welcome to the action-packed world of cross-country mountain biking
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 20 2022Riding the Sisters in the Wild x East Devon Trail rally
Suvi Loponen
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Oct 18 2022The most extreme and risk-on form of mountain biking explained
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 13 2022There’s something special about riding autumnal trails, and we've listed the 10 best spots to experience them
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 13 2022Check out the latest mountain bike shoes featuring the Boa Fit System – and find out why you should choose Boa
Suvi Loponen
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Oct 12 2022Along with Silca's gravel mini-pump and the most interesting stories of the week
Liam Mercer
|
Oct 11 2022We've got Rapha's new jacket and the best news stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Oct 7 2022Swiss racing ace Thomas Frischknecht was one of the original greats of cross-country mountain biking - this is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 7 2022Everything you need to know about the Swiss Army knife of bicycles
Lance Branquinho
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Oct 6 2022Norwegian cross-country racer Gunn-Rita Dahle Flesjå retired from competition in 2018 as one of the greatest mountain bike racers of all time – this is her story
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 30 2022Five Cool Things plus the best news and reviews from the week
Aaron Borrill
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Sep 30 2022We explore the pros and cons of using the same helmet across various cycling disciplines
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 29 2022Finley takes us on his Badlands recce rides to explain the benefits of Komoot's Trail View
Finley Newmark
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Sep 28 2022The all-American hero, John Tomac, was the most dominant of all mountain bikers during the 1990s - this is his story
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 26 2022Bikepacking trip riding steel bikes around East Anglia
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 24 2022We've got 5 cool things and some of the best stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Sep 23 2022Everything you need to know about the yellow liner in your helmet and how it can save your life
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 22 2022All the coolest kit and content from the week, in one place
Liam Mercer
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Sep 16 2022Everything you need to know about bicycle tyres
Lance Branquinho
|
Sep 15 2022From National Titles to World Cup podiums while holding down a full-time job, Barrie Clarke was the working-class hero of British mountain biking
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 13 2022We've rounded up all of our coolest content and new products for you
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 9 2022A deep dive into the similarities and differences between two of the most comprehensive cycling apps on the market
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 8 2022A closer look at pros and cons of mountain bike tyre inserts, and why you should include them in your wheel/tyre set-up
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 7 2022Everything you need to know about volume spacers in one place
Liam Mercer
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Sep 5 2022All the cool things and the best stories from the week
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 2 2022What to look for when buying waterproof cycling clothing - and how to look after it
Suvi Loponen
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Sep 1 2022Two budget drivetrain offerings coming in at different price points but what differentiates SRAM NX from GX?
Lance Branquinho
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Sep 1 2022A unique perspective looking at a day in the life of a World Championship bike mechanic
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 31 2022We unpack the pros and cons of each option to establish which one is right for you
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 27 2022And some of the best stories of the week
Liam Mercer
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Aug 26 2022The golden boy of British cross-country mountain bike racing quickly rose to prominence in the early 1990s but illness cut short his career and curtailed his Olympic dream
off.road.cc staff
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Aug 26 2022We take a closer look at the cross-country mountain bike blueprint
Lance Branquinho
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Aug 25 2022We cover the ins and outs of enduro mountain bike racing
Liam Mercer
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Aug 24 2022Your weekly update on the coolest kit and content on the site
Liam Mercer
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Aug 19 2022A deep dive into the similarities and differences between road bikes and mountain bikes
Lance Branquinho
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Aug 18 2022Everything you need to know about bikepacking bags and how to pack them for your next bikepacking trip
Suvi Loponen
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Aug 17 2022Fine tune your fork and shock to unlock the true potential of your mountain bike
Liam Mercer
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Aug 16 2022Five Cool Things and highlights from the last week
Liam Mercer
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Aug 12 2022He was the first-ever official UCI Mountain Bike World Champion, and yet his story is so much longer and deeper, meet Ned Overend
off.road.cc staff
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Aug 12 2022Man known for making the most lightweight builds turns his had to the newest Scott
Liam Mercer
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Aug 11 2022The two braking systems look broadly familiar and work quite differently but which is best for you?
Lance Branquinho
|
Aug 11 2022We take a closer look at the similarities and differences between the Schrader and Presta valve standards
Lance Branquinho
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Aug 4 2022Along with our weekly round up of the coolest news and features
Liam Mercer
|
Aug 2 2022During the 1990s, Britain was at the top of their cross-country mountain bike racing game, and one of the biggest stars of that era was Gary Foord
off.road.cc staff
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Jul 29 2022Finley Newmark returns to East Africa for some gravel racing
Finley Newmark
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Jul 29 2022Plus all the latest tech highlights and reviews from the week
Aaron Borrill
|
Jul 29 2022A closer look at gravel bike geometry and understanding how it differs from road bikes
Lance Branquinho
|
Jul 28 2022Three days of glorious gravel, single tracks, views and amazing people
Suvi Loponen
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Jul 28 2022Prototype frameset features wireless-only design and RockShox fork
Matt Page
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Jul 27 2022And some of the best bits from the week
Liam Mercer
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Jul 22 2022Gravel and mountain bikes are both designed to cope with off-road riding riders but what makes them different?
Lance Branquinho
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Jul 18 2022Some of the strangest tech we saw at Eurobike 2022
Liam Mercer
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Jul 16 2022The good, the bad and the ugly from Eurobike 2022
Aaron Borrill
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Jul 15 2022Eurobike is back and we've put together a gallery of all the best bikes on show
Suvi Loponen
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Jul 14 2022We take a look at the American's World Cup race bike
Liam Mercer
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Jul 8 2022If you're after a new route to test in the west of Scotland, we've got you covered
Suvi Loponen
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Jul 3 2022Everything you need to know about pivot bearings and how to replace them
Liam Mercer
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Jun 22 2022How to make the most of your big mountain pilgrimage
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 18 2022A guide to what you should eat when cycling - whether you’re a hobbyist or a serious racer
Suvi Loponen
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Jun 16 2022Planning a gravel trip in Girona? Here's everything you need to know
Liam Mercer
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May 30 2022Matt Page reckons just calling it gravel doesn't cut the mustard anymore
Matthew Page
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May 28 2022Engage 'limp mode' and get yourself home
Rachael Wight
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May 21 2022The name of Velo Saddles may not jump out at you, but the chances are that you're riding a saddle made by this Taiwanese master seat maker, led by a remarkable woman.
off.road.cc staff
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May 20 2022Tips on where to find the best gravel and off road routes to ride
Suvi Loponen
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May 17 2022Make life simple with these must-have tools
Jon Woodhouse
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May 14 2022We decipher what all of those angles and numbers mean for your bike
Liam Mercer
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May 10 2022Have we all but lost that love for paper maps?
off.road.cc staff
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May 8 2022From fashion crimes to curious accessories, it's all here
Jon Woodhouse
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May 2 2022How to uncover fresh riding near you
Jon Woodhouse
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May 1 2022Set up and care tips that'll keep your suspension performing as best as possible
Liam Mercer
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Apr 20 2022So our Rach reckons, with one exception to that rule......
Rachael Wight
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Apr 18 2022Everything we've written about adventure riding, all in one place
Jon Woodhouse
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Apr 16 2022Our Liam doesn't think so... Here's why
Liam Mercer
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Apr 12 2022The good, the bad, the ugly, and everything in between.
Jessica Strange
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Apr 10 2022Genuinely useful tip or an absolute myth? We've got you covered
Liam Mercer
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Apr 5 2022Is it a common misconception that gravel riding originated in the US?
off.road.cc staff
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Apr 3 2022 Are you a pure “trail centre rider” or an old school “natural trail rider”? Or have you found that Zen-like balance between the two?
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 26 2022Tim unveils all about the bike and its unique shock design
Liam Mercer
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Mar 22 2022Steve Thomas takes us inside the secretive Far Eastern world of outsourcing, where most of our bikes and parts originate.
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 13 20224 handy tips to adjust your bike's geometry through its suspension
Liam Mercer
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Mar 8 2022Charlotte takes a closer look what's behind the blurred lines of gravel and MTB.
off.road.cc staff
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Mar 5 2022Are crank lengths too long, and why do mountain bikes have longer cranks than road bikes?
Matt Page
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Mar 1 2022Finley embarks on a journey of discovery along the gravel roads of Rwanda
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 28 2022There’s a whole generation of mountain bikers out there who have never ridden a fully rigid MTB, and they don’t know what they’re missing.
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 27 2022Here's the first of many trail guides covering the expansive Lake District
Jim Clarkson
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Feb 26 2022And take a look at the brand's first carbon e-bike
Liam Mercer
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Feb 22 2022Steve explains why mixing your off-road disciplines is the new way to go
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 20 20225 modifications you can make to your frame to adjust its geometry
Liam Mercer
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Feb 15 2022Here's our most highly recommended products from 2021.
off.road.cc staff
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Feb 8 2022 Cockpit set up tips to get you comfy aboard your mountain bike
Liam Mercer
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Feb 8 2022And have a chat with the brand’s Director of Product Design
Liam Mercer
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Feb 1 2022With a lifetime of bike travelling behind him, Steve Thomas has learned a thing or two when it comes to being minimally prepared.
off.road.cc staff
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Jan 30 2022We talk with Cyclorise's Thomas Dibley get the low down on Twenty21
Liam Mercer
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Jan 25 2022It doesn't have to be lighter, stiffer or have more carbon to be faster
Rachael Wight
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Jan 23 2022Liam ponders upon what cool things we might see in 2022
Liam Mercer
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Jan 18 2022Your guide on how to get the best bleed
Liam Mercer
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Jan 16 2022Steve Thomas uncovers the design and production process in Taiwan
off.road.cc staff
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Jan 16 2022A recap of the best tech stories of the week
Rhian Atherton
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Jan 14 2022Set yourself a gravel goal with one of these events
Matt Page
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Jan 11 2022Flying solo? Expert tips for keeping out of trouble
Rachael Wight
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Jan 9 2022Jake from Sprung Suspension tells you how
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 5 2022Everything you need for an overnight adventure
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 4 2022What things did you wish you knew when you started riding?
Jessica Strange
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Dec 30 2021The expert's advice on when you should change lids
Jon Woodhouse
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Dec 26 2021Think this lot sound impressive? They aren't.
Jon Woodhouse
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Dec 26 2021 Titanium bikes may well be more expensive and less popular than alternatives, but once you’ve ridden one it’s hard to turn back.
off.road.cc staff
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Dec 18 2021Who says bikepacking is just for summer adventures?
off.road.cc staff
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Dec 10 2021Money saving tips to save cash with this kit
Jon Woodhouse
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Dec 5 2021We took to social media to see what terrible mountain bike advice you've been given.
Jessica Strange
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Nov 30 202110 tips on making your gravel bike ride more comfortable
Patrick Joscelyne
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Nov 29 2021It can be tough to stay motivated during winter, but it pays to get out there - whatever the weather (almost)
off.road.cc staff
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Nov 22 202112 speed electronic shifting? Tonnes of travel? You probably don't need it
Liam Mercer
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Nov 19 2021If you’re looking for a Christmas gift for the cyclist in your life, check out these suggestions that cover all budgets
Liam Mercer
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Nov 16 2021Is stopping on winter rides something best avoided, or at least kept to a minimum?
off.road.cc staff
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Nov 15 2021Plus sneaky tricks to seat those stubborn tyres with advice from WTB and Stan's
Liam Mercer
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Nov 15 2021Technique advice for riding in the wet
Rachael Wight
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Nov 13 2021From cash to electronic shifting gadgets
Liam Mercer
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Oct 30 2021All the nicest mountain machines made from magic metal
Rachael Wight
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Oct 26 2021With Olympic and UCI champions, why is the UK XC scene struggling?
Matthew Page
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Oct 13 2021 Mountainbiking can be great fun during the winter – but it can also be a pain at times. Why not give gravel a go for the winter?
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 12 2021In-depth advice on getting the most from your bike lights
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 12 2021One divide tour wasn't quite enough for these two
off.road.cc staff
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Oct 8 2021Do your devices and their stats determine or impact your ride? Why not ditch them and take it all in?
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 28 2021Our Liam tackles his first race after lockdown and it's a biggie
Liam Mercer
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Sep 20 2021Aled and Jo bikepack along the newest long-distance cycling route
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 16 2021The triple chainset was once a staple of off-road grinding until we were convinced that the 1x system was the future. I say give us back our gears.
off.road.cc staff
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Sep 13 2021We've teamed up with Komoot to help you discover bikepacking adventures
Jessica Strange
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Sep 3 2021They may well have fallen out of fashion, but there's still goodness and good reasoning in riding 26 inchers.
off.road.cc staff
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Aug 25 2021Luke Humphreys details his longest and most demanding ride yet
Jessica Strange
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Aug 20 2021What the heck is that on Neff's downtube?
Matt Page
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Jul 28 2021An in-depth look at the Olympic Gold winner's rig
Matt Page
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Jul 26 2021Team GB may be short on numbers but are stacked with talent
Matt Page
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Jul 22 2021The best, prettiest and most desirable Ti drop bar bikes
Rachael Wight
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Jul 9 2021Our scoring system explained
Liam Mercer
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Jun 22 2021Plus how to replace them
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 22 2021We take two Cairn e-gravel bikes on the King Alfred's Way to find out...
off.road.cc staff
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Apr 21 2021Which could be faster on the trail? We do a rolling test....
Matthew Page
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Mar 19 2021Improve your ride without blowing your budget
Jon Woodhouse
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Mar 16 2021Multitools to mech hangars, from the bare minimum to top safety gear
Liam Mercer
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Mar 15 2021Five pros and cons of bunging a little wheel into your 29er
Liam Mercer
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Mar 9 2021The humble hardtail can get a bad rap - Here's why everyone should have one
Liam Mercer
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Mar 5 2021How, when and why you should change SPD pedal cleats
Rachael Wight
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Feb 19 2021The accepted wisdom that just ain't wise...
Jon Woodhouse
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Feb 4 2021The best option if you want to combine speed, comfort and loads of versatility
Rachael Wight
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Jan 5 2021And it's probably just five years away from your garage
Rachael Wight
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Dec 25 2020We run through all your options for shorter rides
Rachael Wight
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Dec 21 2020Marin upgrade challenge - what's fastest for the least money?
Liam Mercer
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Nov 25 2020We take a look at the things you need to consider when buying guards
Rachael Wight
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Nov 11 2020Get organised and motivated to ride into the night this year
Jon Woodhouse
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Nov 6 2020New whip? Here's the rules...
Jon Woodhouse
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Oct 25 2020Keeping the motivation levels high as the seasons change
Rachael Wight
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Sep 28 2020We take on an overnight 90km loop in Mid Wales
Jon Woodhouse
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Sep 9 2020Go plant-based and keep cranking out the miles
Richard Owen
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Aug 30 2020How to tell which freehub will work with your cassette
Jon Woodhouse
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Aug 24 2020All your tubeless questions answered
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 30 2020From planning a route to the gear you take, here's all the info you need
Benedict Pfender
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Jun 25 2020Find out how to get away from the urban grind for a microadventure and get to work refreshed and rested
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 23 2020A round up of those made and sold here in the UK for your biking pleasure
Rachael Wight
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Jun 22 2020Pros and cons of carbon, steel, aluminium and titanium
Benedict Pfender
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Jun 21 2020All the times the luddites have been proved wrong
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 13 2020Our Jon gets messianic about bike angles
Jon Woodhouse
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May 31 2020Transforming mountain bike lead into gravel gold
Jon Woodhouse
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Apr 23 2020Our Jon loves carbon - just not on his rims
Jon Woodhouse
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Apr 18 2020All you need to take care of your bike and your body
Benedict Pfender
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Apr 11 2020I think we've all suffered enough, please stop
Jon Woodhouse
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Apr 10 2020New ideas to motivate the bored cyclist in lockdown
Rachael Wight
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Apr 8 2020Covering FIT vs GRIP dampers plus 32, 34, 36, 38 and 40 forks
Jon Woodhouse
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Apr 7 2020Bore your friends senseless with in-depth knowledge
Jon Woodhouse
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Mar 30 2020The perfect daily activity to keep fit, safe and happy
Jon Woodhouse
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Mar 25 2020How well do you know your bike brands?
Jon Woodhouse
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Mar 20 2020The best things about our favourite sport
Rachael Wight
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Feb 24 2020Get your threaded BB spaced correctly, whether it's DUB, GXP or Hollowtech
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 14 2020Find one to challenge yourself to this year
Rachael Wight
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Jan 13 2020From fork legs to gravel bars, here's what we reckon will blow up
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 6 2020Make a resolution and keep it this year
Rachael Wight
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Jan 6 2020We see how versatile a gravel bike can be
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 3 2020Can you sniff out who is responsible for these gems?
Jon Woodhouse
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Dec 27 2019Charlie rails against unwanted - and often bad - advice
Charlie Lyon
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Nov 18 2019Liam is deflowered at the Rally di Romagna
Liam Cahill
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Nov 12 2019Poking holes in suspect stats
Jon Woodhouse
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Nov 1 20192019's fastest downhill's tricked out custom race rig
Jon Woodhouse
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Oct 21 2019How different does a motor make enduro racing?
Jon Woodhouse
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Oct 18 2019David went to Italy to ride the Jeroboam, Italy's premier gravel challenge
Dave Arthur
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Sep 30 2019Weird and funky bike setups for 300km of Italian gravel
Dave Arthur
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Sep 23 2019We asked the experts at Shimano and SRAM
Jon Woodhouse
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Sep 12 2019Anna and Jon go twos up on some fast, blind, Alpine enduro racing
Jon Woodhouse
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Aug 23 2019Now you can change geometry, but do you want to?
Rachael Wight
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Aug 22 2019 Jon gets annoyed about the good old bad old days
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 28 2019Having a tricky time extracting a stuck bolt? Read this...
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 17 2019Taking on a dirty drop bar challenge? You need to read this
Jon Woodhouse
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Jun 6 2019Tips to help you prepare for a big event
Rachael Wight
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Jun 5 2019Tweedlove morphs into Transcend and it looks to be a banger of a weekend!
Rachael Wight
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May 24 2019The 650B alternative - is it for you?
Rachael Wight
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May 22 2019Round 2 in Lakes is a (welcome) shock to the system
Jon Woodhouse
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May 18 2019Do you recognise these divisive subjects?
Rachael Wight
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May 13 2019The season begins - but with with a bang or a whimper?
Jon Woodhouse
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May 3 2019 We rode two Focus bikes round the same loop. The only difference was the motor...
Jon Woodhouse
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Apr 19 2019The best kit from a legendary suspension brand
Jon Woodhouse
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Apr 8 2019Taking on a truly exotic enduro race in Lesotho
off.road.cc staff
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Apr 2 2019Gravel gears can be too high, here's how to sort them
Rachael Wight
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Apr 1 2019Follow Jon as he tries to get faster - or at least less slow
Jon Woodhouse
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Mar 20 2019What women in the cycling industry are saying on social media
Rachael Wight
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Mar 8 2019Simple tips to help you make the most of your day
Rachael Wight
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Mar 1 2019Jon attempts to get in shape for a race season
Jon Woodhouse
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Feb 14 2019The best riding in the UK? Many people think so, and there's tons of choice
Dave Arthur
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Jan 24 2019E-mtb's might be getting a bad rep after Christmas but it's not all about the motor....
Rachael Wight
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Jan 15 2019What we reckon is going to be hot for dirty drops this year
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 7 2019From the hard to the ridiculous to the plain scary
Rachael Wight
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Jan 6 2019Did our crystal ball work out?
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 4 2019Raleigh and Whyte tell us why this new category isn't just bike industry hype
Dave Arthur
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Dec 12 2018Everything you need to know about what to put on your bars to light your way
Jon Woodhouse
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Oct 29 2018Jon tell us about his ride pack essentials
Rachael Wight
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Oct 26 2018Big unveiling of the steel, 29er adventure bike
Rachael Wight
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Oct 12 2018Blind enduro in its purest form, a real gem of an event
Rachael Wight
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Sep 21 2018The long and short of tweaking drop travel
Jon Woodhouse
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Aug 15 2018Is a mountain bike the ultimate gravel machine?
Benedict Pfender
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Aug 8 2018Oneupmanship, bite points and electronic trickery....
Rachael Wight
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Jul 4 2018That yellow ball is sun, here's how to survive
Rachael Wight
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Jun 30 2018Plus a few things you might want to try...
Rachael Wight
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Jun 28 2018Find out what happened all weekend, plus flick through our huge photo gallery
Rachael Wight
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Jun 18 2018A Lakeland adventure exploring Britain's backyard
Anna Cipullo
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Jun 13 2018We learnt the long, hard way - you don't have to be the same
Rachael Wight
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Jun 8 2018When social media turns out a very good thing.....
Rachael Wight
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Jun 5 2018We race the Welsh Gravity Enduro to find out..
Rachael Wight
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May 21 2018Protecting a new frame, the first stage in the big Cotic bike build
Rachael Wight
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May 16 2018Bikes, sun and Stumpjumpers in the Lake District
Rachael Wight
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May 10 2018Power meters, why DOT fluid is better than mineral, how brakes really fade & more...
Jon Woodhouse
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May 6 2018Sunrise mission or dawn raid, whatever you call it, it's well worth the effort
Rachael Wight
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Apr 13 2018More factory less shed for the Starling Murmur
Rachael Wight
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Mar 6 2018All the things we reckon are going to happen over the next year
Jon Woodhouse
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Jan 4 2018Simple things to make life easier....
Rachael Wight
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Dec 28 2017We delve deep into the mind boggling world of additive manufacturing
Rachael Wight
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Dec 20 2017We visit Bird to find out what makes the progressive bike co. tick
Rachael Wight
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Nov 29 2017As the soggy season starts, Jon turns to technology to stay fit
Jon Woodhouse
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Nov 28 2017We talk to Somerset's steel framebuilders
Rachael Wight
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Nov 8 2017Rachael thinks she might have e-bikes all figured out
Rachael Wight
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Nov 2 2017Why, what and where they see it going...
Benedict Pfender
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Oct 23 2017We catch up with a Fox beating rider in what was the gnarliest hunt yet
Rachael Wight
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Oct 11 2017Mistakes I made as a beginner so you don't have to suffer
Rachael Wight
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Oct 3 2017Three days of stage racing that put the endurance in enduro
Jon Woodhouse
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Oct 3 2017Quite possibly the best way to spend a bank holiday.....
Rachael Wight
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Aug 30 2017Is this the lightest full length dropper on the market?
Rachael Wight
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Jul 26 2017How much do changing conditions affect a race?
Rachael Wight
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Jul 24 2017Benedict tackles a genre bending gravel race
Benedict Pfender
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Jul 21 2017Gravel racing a spot of moisture on the Isle of Arran
Rachael Wight
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Jul 19 2017Riding packless is fashionable but is it a good idea?
Rachael Wight
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Jul 16 2017One woman’s mission to improve participation
Rachael Wight
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Jul 15 2017Our Jon pops his gravel racing cherry. And blows his mind.
Jon Woodhouse
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Jul 12 2017Benedict takes on a two day gravel bikepacking event in Scotland
Benedict Pfender
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Jun 29 2017Some of the shiny new things that'll be making a big splash this year
Dave Arthur
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May 23 2017What's going to be hot in the mountain bike world this year?
Dave Arthur
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May 22 2017