Reviews

Bike Perfect gives the Marzocchi Bomber CR coil shock a whopping 4.5 of 5 stars. Heres what they had to say:

Can the Marzocchi Bomber CR deliver that classic coil plushness on a budget? We’ve spent the last few months finding out.

Off Road.cc has been testing the 100% Hydromatic Glove. Here’s what they had to say:

With the 100% Hydromatic, you get a single layer PU palm, a mesh-mock fabric at the top of the hand, and a waterproof membrane secured to the outer layer. There’s also an extended, pull-on cuff and touchscreen-happy fingertips. The fit isn’t quite right, though. The pinky and ring fingers aren’t quite long enough for my hands, and on longer descents I noticed considerably more arm pump because of it. The cuff is a bit tight too, but this helps stop water from finding its way in. It’s also worth noting that the cuff isn’t totally waterproof, but more water-resistant. If you’re not a madman and wear a jacket in the rain, this shouldn’t be an issue however. It’s certainly not something I found a problem with.

100% R-Core X are made from a DWR coated polyester/spandex four-way stretch woven fabric. The most unique feature of these pants is the waist closure/cinch: it utilizes a simple, single BOA system for waist retention duties. There are no other zippers, buttons or Velcro adjusters for the waist; just the BOA dial, which takes care of everything from fastening to security and to literally "dial in" the fit. The interior of the waist band has printed silicone for some extra grip, and there are laser cut holes on the inside of the inseam and behind the knees for ventilation. 

Bikeperfect has reviewed the SDG Bel Air V3.0 Lux-Alloy Saddle, check out what they had to say:

 The SDG Bel Air saddle has been a classic since the original mid-'90s versions, which introduced the concept of funky camo, cowskin and other novelty covers.

MBR has tested the SDG Bel-Air 3.0 saddle. Here is what they had to say:

The new SDG Bel-Air 3.0 still retains the original DNA but it has a wider nose, a bit more height at the rear and is slightly shorter overall.

Overall Rating 4.5 out of 5 stars.

MBUK has awarded the 100% Brisker Glove with a very high mark, making it the winner in their autumn/winter glove test! Check out what they had to say:

MBR has been testing the Yeti Arc. Here what they had to say:

Who didn’t drool after a Yeti ARC back in the day? Its purposeful, chunky front triangle and those achingly cool, one piece seat and chainstays with their smooth radius at the dropouts.

With the seasons changing and conditions on the trail turning, it’s the time of year when you want riding clothing that can handle anything you can throw at it, enter the new 100% Airmatic pant. 

Road.cc has been reviewing the Easton EA70 Aluminium Stem. Heres what they had to say:

The Easton EA70 aluminium stem sits in the middle of Easton's range.

MBR gives the 100% Brisker Glove a 10 out of 10 making it the must have glove for those cold winter rides. Here's what they had to say:

Overall: 10 out of 10.

The all-new Bomber DJ is back in the mix with a whole new bag of tricks. Sharing the same 36mm chassis as its big brother, the Z1, the DJ comes in a dedicated 26” wheel configuration. Featuring a 20x110mm axle, the DJ is designed for maximum stiffness and offers seamless compatibility with existing DJ and DH front hub spacing standards. 

OTM Cycling Magazine has been testing the  SDG Bel-Air V3 Lux-Alloy Saddle. Heres what they had to say:

SDG has released a new saddle for 2020 and that is the highly anticipated Bel-Air V3 saddle which borrows the comfort and profile from the original Bel-Air but redesigned in an updated package that wouldn’t look out of place on any dream bike build.

MBR has been testing the SDG Thrice Grip. Here is what they had to say:

SDG Thrice grip is comfortable, light in weight and offers good value, plus it comes in a load more colours, which brightens anyone’s day.

Peaty’s is pleased to announce the launch of their new MK2 Tubeless valves.

Taking everything the brand has learnt from racing at the highest level both on and off road and building on the success of the original MK1 valves, the NEW MK2 Valves take this to the next level with the addition of a world first integrated spoke key cap and unique, four-way X-cut base for tyre insert compatibility.

OTM Cycling Magazine has been testing the SDG Thrice Grips. Heres what they had to say:

The SDG Thrice grip is a single piece grip with the lock-on clamp integrated. This borrows the same design and tapered core from the SDG Slater grips.

SDG Components is a small, core brand, focused on making a few things and making them well. They’re like the In-N-Out Burger of bicycle components.

MBUK has been testing the 100% Ridecamp elbow pads. Read what they had to say below:

These simple, slip on sleeves offer a bit of extra protection for your arms and are seriously comfy too. We were worried initially about the lower opening sitting across our forearms, but there's enough stretch in them that we did'nt have any issues with discomfort or arm pump.

MBUK has been testing the 100% Ridecamp Knee pads. Read what they had to say below:

These lightweight knee guards (don't expect full-on pads) from 100% offer plenty of comfort and some protection, but they're not quite perfect. A lack of pre-shaping means the padding sits very flat on the knee. The stretchy neoprene sleeve does help to pull it tight, but we found it still flares at the sides when the knee is flexed, and can shift around a bit.

Vital MTB have been reviewing the 100% Trajecta Helmet. Read and watch what they had to say below:

Something funny happened a while back. People started shredding mid-travel, single-crown bikes pretty hard, right around the same time as the enduro racing discipline was making a name for itself on the world stage.

OffRoad.cc has given the 100% Brisker Women’s Glove a solid 4.5 out of 5 stars! Here’s what they had to say:

The 100% Brisker women’s gloves are a great set of winter warmers for moderate to chilly days. The softshell backing keeps the worst of the wind at bay, they're hardwearing and a single-layer palm means there's still a great feel on the bars. At this price, there’s no reason not to have a pair for winter riding.The softshell back of the hand feels a bit like neoprene and is pretty windproof, although it doesn’t claim to be, and it stays pretty warm even when soaked through. Better still, the palm is a single layer of suede-like material, for a feel on the bars that's like wearing a summer glove, despite the extra protection.

Wideopen Mountain Bike has been reviewing the 100% Brisker Glove

The Brisker from 100% promises the holy grail for winter riding gloves. Warmth, without the loss of any dexterity or feel at the bars.

Vital MTB have been riding the 100% Armega Goggles. Read and watch what the had to say below:

We've been fans of 100% goggles for quite some time already now, so when the all-new Armega was released last year, we wasted little time grabbing a pair to test. Five months down the line, our initial positive impressions have been confirmed with the goggle performing very well over the course of numerous long days out in all kinds of conditions. Check out the video review and the highlights below to learn more!

As another year rapidly comes to a close, we're looking back at the best of the best we've seen and ridden in 2019. New bikes, new components, new gear... the cycling industry never disappoints in cranking out new products. And we've been lucky to test much of it in great places to ride. Here, our Annual Editor's Choice Awards celebrate our personal selections for the best new products we've seen or tried over the past year. 

Still hunting a last minute gift idea? This could be a good place to start, whether looking for a new bike, a new gadget, or a new adventure to share with a few fellow cyclists in the New Year.

In case the gold didn’t give it away, these are 100%’s new top-of-the-range goggles. They have plenty of tech to justify the cost and are still a fair chunk cheaper than Oakley’s top-drawer offerings. With the Armega, 100% have taken the shape of their Racecraft goggles and oversized the lens to give a massive field of vision.