Gear

Michelin has introduced the Power Adventure, a versatile new tyre to join the Power range. Tubeless ready with a fast-rolling tread design, this new tyre completes the Michelin gravel range suitable for a variety of conditions when the road ends. The Power Adventure stands out from its sibling; the Michelin …

Specialized has just announced the launch of two new shoes in its Recon shoe range, combing features for road performance and gravel comfort.  The new S-Works Recon and Recon ADV will retail for £385 and £200 respectively.  S-Works Recon is a dual Boa shoe, designed with help from more than …

Apparel brand 7mesh has released its spring 2023 collection including new shorts for off-road and enduro, cargo bibs and a merino long-sleeve jersey. “Higher Ground” is the theme of the latest 7mesh release, with new styles and seasonal colours ready for the longest days climbing from valleys to mountain tops. …

Thok e-bikes has announced the launch of its first e-MTB, the Gram. The Gram is the Italian company’s latest addition to its e-bike range, joining the MIG series for the all-mountain, the TK01 for the enduro and the HT model for the mixed trail and urban use. Thok says the …

YT Industries has unveiled the latest iteration of its Decoy Core 4 MX and 29 e-MTB range. The fully carbon framed bikes are cut from the same cloth, but the brand says they deliver two different on-trail experiences “for real mountain bike enthusiasts looking to ditch the shuttle to the …

Wahoo Fitness has announced an integration with Outside Interactive Inc.’s Trailforks mapping app to the Elemnt range of GPS bike computers. The Trailforks mapping app harnesses user-generated data to assist riders with planning and navigating trail networks.  Within the app, users can discover trails near them, plan and track rides, …

Historic lock brand Squire has launched its first range of wearable security equipment for the cycle market, Straplok.  The Straplok range features the high security, Sold Secure Bicycle Silver-approved Straplock 35, constructed from a multi-cable high tensile steel core designed to be resistant to attack from bike thieves. For a …

SRAM has released the latest development in its Force AXS groupset, including a new shifter designer and updated rear derailleur.  Available from March 2023, and distributed by ZyroFisher, the complete groupset will retail from £1,533 up to £2,228. Highlights in the redesigned groupset include a reshaped shifter for greater comfort, …

Japanese component brand Shimano has unveiled a new range of nine, 10, and 11-speed groupsets to replace its current lower-end products.  The new Shimano Cues catalogue has been introduced to replace the Alivio, Acera and Altus sets, with the aim of simplifying its offering for more casual riders.  Completely redesigned …

Specialized has released its latest development in the adventure e-bike market, the Tero X.  Designed as an all-terrain vehicle, the Tero X features Specialized’s own motor system and some exciting highlights for the adventure and off-road market.  This full-suspension machine is equipped with 1,000-lumen headlights and 22-lumen tail lights, an …