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Bespoken Word – I’m an analytical addict and Comparing Bike Data is my CBD

Guy Kesteven has been testing bikes and kit professionally for nearly 27 years but he still absolutely loves every click, tweak, footage review and re-ride of the evaluation process

Bike Perfect · Jun 7, 2024

Leatt Velocity 4.0 MTB X-Flow Goggles review – excellent venting and airflow

Premium performance eye protection that will appeal to the enduro and DH crowd and may even convert some google skeptics

Bike Perfect · Jun 7, 2024

Leatt Impact Shorts 3DF 4.0 review – pedal-friendly and highly breathable protective shorts

Perfect for riders who want a good level of hip and thigh protection without sacrificing comfort

Bike Perfect · Jun 7, 2024

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I've been riding 'gravel' for more than four decades, but here are 10 things that really suck about gravel biking

For a bike genre founded on opening up boundaries and celebrating freedom, gravel riding seems to really stir up emotions. But what particular beefs does our tech ed Guy Kesteven have about the mostly wonderful world between road bikes and mountain bikes?

Bike Perfect · Jun 6, 2024

Rab Cinder Downpour Light Waterproof Jacket review – a super summer shell

Waterproof, breathable, packable and well-featured, Rab's lightweight Cinder Downpour jacket ticks all the boxes

Bike Perfect · Jun 6, 2024

Santa Cruz Heckler SL review – is this the Californian brand's most fun e-mountain bike ever?

Santa Cruz’s latest mid-weight, MX wheel e–MTB is an absolute riot on the trails but is the Fazua motor a potential weak link in terms of all-weather play time?

Bike Perfect · Jun 6, 2024

Fizik Vento Proxy shoe review – bold and breezy

Fizik’s new Vento Proxy is pitched as an off-road shoe with pure racing DNA, is the punchy color scheme backed up with performance?

Bike Perfect · Jun 5, 2024

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Red Bull Hardline 2024 – Rónán Dunne doubles up with his second Hardline win of the year

Hardline delivers one of its best-ever editions as Mondraker's Irish star shows why he's the hottest rider in downhill mountain biking

Bike Perfect · Jun 5, 2024

Ergon SR All-Road Core Pro Carbon gravel saddle review – subtly smooth gravel seat

Ergon’s SR Allroad Core Pro saddle adapts running shoe tech to maximize shock absorption, but is it a step in the right direction?

Bike Perfect · Jun 4, 2024

Ridley Kanzo Adventure review – a versatile, fast gravel bike with exceptional off-road handling

With Ridley’s Cyclocross heritage, it's no surprise they can make a fast off-road drop bar bike, but with its wide tires and MTB-inspired geometry, there's more to this bike than you'd think

Bike Perfect · Jun 4, 2024

Yeti SB140 LR T3 X0 Turq review – pricey and lacking a host of modern features, but it still quietly rips like nothing else

Is Yeti’s all-round ‘mountain bike’ the ultimate blend of iconic brand and innovative technology? Guy Kesteven has been enjoying the last few months finding out.

Bike Perfect · Jun 3, 2024

Rapha Explore Zip Neck technical T-shirt review – versatile, lightweight gravel and adventure jersey

A great option for gravel and adventure riders looking for a blend of casual styling and high performance

Bike Perfect · Jun 3, 2024

ODI's new Vanquish grips use Formula 1 and NASA robot anti-vibration tech developed by D3O

The new D3O GRIP compound is claimed to offer 2x vibration dampening and is used in ODI's Vanquish as part of a control and comfort-boosting multi-layered grip pattern

Bike Perfect · Jun 1, 2024

7mesh Men's Revo Short review – waterproof shorts with superlative protection

Superbly performing, beautifully made shorts for wet-weather action

Bike Perfect · May 31, 2024

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Bike Perfect · May 31, 2024

How bikes can change lives forever by activating kids instead of medicating them

Guy Kesteven is a firm believer in the mental as well as physical benefits of biking at all ages, but now the evidence is so strong even Hollywood is picking up on it

Bike Perfect · May 31, 2024

Ducati launch the Futa All Road – a competitively priced, lightweight e-gravel bike from the Italian superbike manufacturer

Ducati's new electric gravel bike doesn't quite carry the same monster price tag as some of its e-MTB models and comes with its own bikepacking bags included

Bike Perfect · May 31, 2024

Wolf Tooth Encase System Bar Kit review – stealth storage multi-tool that’ll fit both your MTB and drop bar bike

These multi-tools cover all emergencies, hide in your handlebars and keep your bike looking uncluttered

Bike Perfect · May 31, 2024

Santa Cruz Tallboy GX AXS RSV review – rapid trail bike with a reputation for extra DH capability

The Tallboy 5 is Santa Cruz’s 120mm rear/130mm front travel trail machine that aims to prove one bike really can do it all

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Bike Perfect · May 30, 2024

DT Swiss unveils two new carbon gravel wheelsets designed to be aero and lightweight, but with a huge RRP they will leave your wallet feeling light too

The GRC 1100 Dicut and GRC 1400 Dicut feature two rim heights, DT Swiss Ratchet EXP hubs and a new patented 'straight out of the mold' build process

Bike Perfect · May 30, 2024

Easton's new EC90 ALX gravel race wheels bring aero benefits to its AX range

Designed to "go faster ride further" the new EC90 ALX wheels are designed to "elevate gravel bike speed"

Bike Perfect · May 30, 2024

Specialized S-Works Recon Lace review – a performance gravel shoe that almost delivers everything you could wish for

Specialized's S-Works Recon lace off-road shoes have a timeless aesthetic and come loaded with performance features but also some minor niggles

Bike Perfect · May 30, 2024

Muc-Off C3 Dry Ceramic Lube review – long-lasting, mixed condition chain lube

Packed with more features than most, does Muc-Off's dry lube live up to its premium price?

Bike Perfect · May 30, 2024

Restrap Utility Hip Pack review – a hip pack or a bar bag? Well both actually

Designed and made in Yorkshire in the UK, bikepacking specialist Restrap has created an excellent multi-use bikepacking bag that’s not afraid to mix it up on the mountain bike trails too

Bike Perfect · May 29, 2024

Adidas SP0075 sunglasses review – multi-sport sunnies that work well on the bike

Adidas SP0075 sunglasses are designed for running, but can they also cross over to riding duties too?

Bike Perfect · May 29, 2024

Madison Flux Men’s DWR Trail Trouser review – a slim-fitting and super comfortable trail pant ideal for all but the coolest months

With an updated design for 2024, can the Madison Flux compete in the ever growing in Trail Pants category?

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