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E-Mountain bike have awarded the Yeti Cycles 160E the ‘Best in Test’ accolade in their giant 2022 eMTB group test.

The prestigious annual test of the best eMTBs featured 13 models from a range of manufacturers including YT, Specialized, Trek, Orbea, Rocky Mountain, Scott, Merida and Focus. 

BikeBiz has reviewed the Fox 32 Taper-Cast Gravel Fork - Here are their thoughts.

Fox has announced the release of a new suspension fork designed for gravel riding.

CyclingTips have reviewed the FOX 32 Taper-Cast, here is what they had to say:

Fox’s first attempt at a gravel suspension fork was lackluster at best, but this new 32 Taper-Cast might surprise a lot of people for how good it is.

BikePerfect has reviewed the Fox Float 36 Factory GRIP2 Fork, Here's what they thought: 

Fox introduced this, the latest 36, in the 2021 season and it rapidly established itself as the best mountain bike fork for aggressive mid-travel trail riding. A new air-spring and damping range finally caters for lighter or less aggressive riders but still delivers for proper pinners. While this superb fork is top of the range, the Factory version we're looking at here isn’t the most cost-effective model though.

MBR has reviewed the Fox 36/38 XL Mud Guard, here is what they had to say: 

These purpose-made mudguards from Fox are designed to work seamlessly with Fox 36 and 38 forks.

NEW: Peaty’s Introduce HOLESHOT Tubeless Puncture Plugger Kit & CO2 Inflator

Peaty’s brand new HOLESHOT Tubeless Puncture Plugger Kit and CO2 inflator makes fixing flats super easy and fast, with unique, stripped down, rider innovated designs.

offroad.cc has reviewed the Birzman Packman Travel Frame Pack, here are their thoughts:

Birzman’s Packman series is designed for travel and offers a range of bags to attach to various parts of your bike. These can be mixed and matched to cater to your individual needs.

MBR has reviewed the Birzman Infinite Snap-It Apogee mini-pump, here is what they thought:

With its highly polished silver surface, the Snap-It Apogee definitely stands out amongst a sea of black sticks that make up the best mountain bike mini-pumps.

Cycling News has reviewed the Michelin Power Gravel TLR Tyre, here are their thoughts:

Despite lacking a 650b option, the Michelin Power Gravel TLR is a fast and capable tyre that's adept on almost every surface.

Road.cc has tested the Easton EC90 SLX Di2 Handlebar. Here are their thoughts: 

The Easton EC90 SLX Di2 handlebar is conventionally shaped and weighs very little.

Off-Road.cc have reviewed the CushCore Bead Bro, here are their thoughts:

The CushCore Bead Bro is a simple yet incredibly effective little tool that makes a mammoth task an awful lot easier. It’s cheap, small, and a must-have, even if you don’t run tyre inserts.

Welcome to the coronation. FOX 36: The undisputed all-mountain champion gets a new crown.

For MY23 the FOX 36 receives an update in the form of a new crown with updated design and engineering for more steerer tube overlap improving durability and maintaining stiffness while dropping 20 grams.

Off.road.cc has reviewed the Michelin Jet XC2 tyre. Here is what they had to say:

The Michelin Jet XC2 is a dry weather cross-country tyre that has the potential to deliver incredible levels of grip for the style, size and weight in the right conditions. As you might expect, it doesn't cope with mud well, and there are question marks about the casing protection, but it is incredible as a race-day summer tyre.

MBR tested the Marzocchi Bomber CR shock, here is what they had to say:

Coil shocks are enjoying something of a resurgence at the moment as riders look for extra grip and damping performance on more challenging terrain, be that steeper or rougher.

Bikeradar has reviewed the Fox Float X2 Factory shock. Here is what they said:

The Float X2 shock’s high price goes in hand-in-hand with high performance. Excellent depth and range of on-trail performance make this shock one of the best upgrades money can buy.

MBR reviewed the 100% Tarka Vest. Here is what they had to say:

Weight: 780g | Size: S – XXL | Colours: Black | Women’s Version: No | Contact: silverfish-uk.com | Score: 9 /10

Road.cc has tested the Peaty's x Chris King MK2 Tubeless Valves. Here is what they thought.

The Peatys x Chris King MK2 Tubeless Valves are a high-quality way of jazzing up your wheels.

Bikeradar has reviewed Fox Factory Float X Shock, here are their thoughts:

Fox’s newest Float X rear shock is claimed to offer outstanding damper performance in a lighter-weight design than the highly adjustable and top-performing Float X2 shock I’ve already reviewed.

BikeRadar has reviewed the Fox DHX2 Factory 2Pos-Adjust Shock. Here is what they had to say:

Unparalleled off-the-top smoothness gives traction and comfort on the most extreme terrain.

Road.cc has reviewed the Peaty's speed grease. Here is what they had to say:

Whether it delivers on the 'free' speed claims is impossible for me to verify, but Peaty's Speed Grease is easy to apply, works well, lasts well and is good value compared with other greases with the same "reduced drag" claims.

VitalMTB has tested the Race Face Atlas Pedal. Here is what they had to say:

When Race Face launched the Atlas in 2014, there was plenty to be impressed with.

PinkBike has reviewed the Fox Transfer SL Dropper post. Here is what they had to say:

Fox have long had the Transfer dropper post in their line, but the Transfer SL that was released last spring is quite unlike its longer travel sibling. The SL is a different post from the ground up - a pared-down, lighter-weight, and shorter travel option designed for the likes of XC racing, gravel riding, or riders who place a priority on lightweight rather than having the most drop possible.

Off-Road.cc has reviewed the 100% Altis helmet. Here are their thoughts:

The 100% Altis is the budget-friendly younger sibling of the very well-reviewed Altec. While its lower price means fewer features and a noticeable reduction in build quality, it’s a proven case of substance over style as the Altis is pleasantly surprising with its superb comfort and effective ventilation.