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The Birzman’s USP is its ‘Push and Twist’ head – simply push down and twist, and it is both secure and quick and easy to disconnect.

100% are well known for their protection and goggle range across both MTB and Motocross. The Tarka stuff is their lightweight upper body protection range.

The Fox Float X rear shock features a Kashima-coated stanchion with external low-speed rebound and compression adjustment.

Peaty’s awesome new Holdfast Tool Wrap gives you clean, secure, instant access storage for your tools and trail essentials without the usual strap on fails.

Marzocchi’s Bomber Air Shock is available in trunnion or standard-mount configurations, all with metric spacing.

Not all gravel is rugged, rocky and demands a treaded tire to dig into the dirt, Michelin’s Power Adventure gravel tire is a slick option that caters toward hardpack and rough asphalt where fast rolling and durable characteristics trump all-out traction.

Staff Bike Check: Neil's Yeti SB140 29"

Marzocchi made its name back in the mid-90's for their burly forks that helped launch the freeride era.

BikePerfect has reviewed the 100% Sling Glove. Here is what they had to say:

Not everyone likes wearing gloves when riding, whether it’s the loss of bar feel or simply suffering from hot hands in summer. The 100% Sling’s are ultra-light ultra-thin gloves that aim to give riders the benefits and protection of wearing the best mountain bike gloves whilst feeling like you aren't wearing gloves at all.

Singletrack has reviewed the Race Face Turbine Cranks. Here is what they had to say: 

The Race Face Turbine Cranks have been in the Race Face range for a fair old time and are designed as a no nonsense, do everything crank.

The iconic white paint that graced Bomber forks over a decade ago is back. Usually reserved for Marzocchi team riders and pros, these Limited Edition White Bomber forks are now available for the all riders to purchase. For a limited time you can look as pro as Brage Vestavik, Jaxson Riddle, Cami Nogueira, Max Fredriksson and our other Marzocchi athletes, without all the skills necessary to hold down a contract.

Most cycling breakdowns can be mitigated if you appreciate that things wear out with use: brake pads, chains, cogs, bearings - they all have a finite lifespan and are pretty much disposable.

Singletrack World has reviewed the CushCore XC 29". Here is what they had to say:

Punctures are the hate that dare not speak its name for big days out in big terrain. No one wants to have a puncture. No one wants to have multiple punctures (once you’ve had one puncture it seems to open the floodgates for them, doesn’t it?) Punctures are very much the cyclist’s traditional nemesis.

VitalMTB has reviewed the Race Face ERA Cranks. Here is what they had to say: 

Carbon cranks have a bit of a spotty track record, at times setting the internet on fire with horror stories and pictures of snapped crankarms. When carbon cranks first appeared in mountain biking, they were by far the lightest options out there, and the early versions probably went too far with the weight savings without having properly validated the longevity and durability of the construction.

 was thrilled when I set my first tyre up tubeless. The arthritis-inducing strain on the thumbs and the gloopy mess was all forgotten on hearing the whip-crack of the tyre bead snapping into the rim and the rewarding silence after spinning and bouncing the wheel a few times.

Race Face’s Flank Core body protector is the usual case of less is more.

MBR has reviewed the Race Face Aeffect R Wheels. Here is what they had to say: 

Race Face’s latest Aeffect R wheelset incorporates some of the brand’s higher price tech into a more affordable complete package. Most obvious in terms of looks are the asymmetric rims, with their flat profile and 30mm internal width. 

BikePerfect has reviewed the Michelin Power Tyre. Check out what you have to say:

Michelin Power Gravel tire review – fast, grippy, and surprisingly tough.

When it comes to picking tires for gravel riding the options are vast. Every tire brand offers a myriad of options that cater to all conditions from hard pack to muddy adventure.

The Michelin Power Cup Tubeless Ready Tyre is as impressively fast rolling and grippy as the clincher version Steve tested last year, but with the added bonus that it can be run tubeless – and it's easy to set up, too – though there is a not insignificant increase in price to go along with that.

VitalMTB has reviewed the Fox FLOAT Factory Rear Shock. Here is what they had to say:

Earlier this year, Fox revised their full line-up of air shocks. All-new for 2023 (technically a 2024 model), the new Float slots into the range between the super-light Float SL and the more elaborate Float X, taking aim squarely at the trail bike market with a stated goal of reducing the weight while maintaining the performance at Float X levels. We’ve had a couple of samples out on the trails for a couple of months now, and we’re here to report on how we’ve been getting along.

Staff Bike Check:

Brand: Yeti Cycles

Bike Model: SB165 - Medium

Wheels are such a critical part of the bike that we are always excited when a new model drops.

Singletracks has reviewed the Race Face Atlas 35 Handlebar. Here is what they had to say:

The Race Face Atlas 35 Handlebar Makes Trail Bikes More Aggressive.

The Race Face Atlas 35 handlebar is a great choice for trail riding, offering a more aggressive posture for descending without compromising comfort and control too much on the climbs.

While its looks are minimalist, the Race Face Aeffect R is a pedal that packs quite the punch.