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Dissent 133 Ultimate Cycling Glove Pack review – this mix & match solution lives up to its name... to a point

Four pairs of inner and outer gloves provide a versatile layering solution, at a price

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Gore Wear Endure Gore-Tex Shorts review – super-packable, waterproof ass-savers

They’re a luxury, but until I tried them I didn’t realise how much these lightweight waterproof overshorts would rock my MTB world from fall through spring

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The hottest Olympic XCO MTBs and pro kit being used in Paris that we mere mortals can buy

Fancy becoming the next Tom Pidcock or Jolanda Neff? Then here's the State-of-the-art XC MTB kit they'll be using at the Paris Olympics

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You probably don't move your heels enough as you ride, but here's how proper technique will transform your mountain biking

A session with a pro MTB coach showed me how a well-timed heel pivot would help me control drops, carve corners and carry speed on rollers

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I've been riding Shimano's budget SPD pedals for twenty years, here's why they're still my go-to after all this time

When it comes to cost vs performance, for me, the Shimano SPD PD-M520 are the best MTB pedals ever made

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GoreWear TrailKPR Hybrid Half-Zip review – all-season, leave-on, mid-layer

The TrailKPR Hybrid was designed to be worn as a mid layer or outer layer depending on conditions – it hits the spot nicely

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Genesis Longitude review – addictively simple, steel MTB

As happy with expeditions as generally messing about off-road, the rigid Longitude is addictively simple

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We've tested over 200 pieces of MTB and off-road cycling kit in 2023, here's our pick of the very best

Gears, gloves, e-MTB motors and much more, the Bike Perfect test team nominate their top choices for Gear of the Year

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Giro Chrono Base Layer review – winter luxury, at a price

The Chrono is an easy base layer to reach for – warm but not too warm, and superbly soft and stretchy

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Decathlon Van Rysel Essential Cycling Base Layer – bargain base-ment option

You really can’t go wrong with this comfortable, functional base at the price of a couple of inner tubes

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Brynje Wool Thermo Light T-Shirt review – middle of the road base layer

Mesh but not too mesh, and wool but not too wool – is Brynje’s Wool Thermo Light the best of both worlds or the best of neither?

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GripGrab CyclinGaiter review – an effective seal for the top of your riding boots

These neoprene cuffs are a great complement to waterproof boots, socks or overshoes

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Gore Wear C5 Gore-Tex Thermo Gloves review – a cold weather stalwart

My go-to winter glove for more than a decade, all is well with the world when you pull on a pair of the C5 Gore-Tex Thermo

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Garmin Edge Explore 2 vs Sigma Rox 12.1 Evo – which GPS computer should you buy?

How do these two mid-priced touchscreen GPS units compare and which one comes out on top?

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Garmin Edge Explore 2 review – good at heart, frustrating around the edges

The mid-price Explore 2 is aimed at recreational all-round riders; is it a good basic unit for off-road riding too?

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Gorewear M Base Layer Sleeveless Shirt review – an understated workhorse

A high-performing base layer for summer and the shoulder months

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dhb Lightweight Mesh Sleeveless Base Layer review – a pleasing all-rounder

This versatile summer base should fit a good range of body types and budgets

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Sigma Rox 12.1 Evo first ride review – classy touchscreen GPS at a good price

Is this well built and easy to use GPS a Garmin killer?

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Castelli Pro Issue Base Layer review – lightweight summer brilliance

Good looks and great wicking from a superlight base

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DeFeet Duraglove ET review – simple, indestructible gloves

A simple year-round staple for everything from bikepacking to cyclocross and commuting

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Isadore Merino Long-Sleeve Baselayer review – more versatile than just a base

There’s no magic to it, but this midweight merino top hits the spot nicely as a relaxed spring all-rounder as well as a cold-weather base

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Brynje Super Micro T-Shirt review – milder-weather version of the super-dry base

A milder-weather version of the classic super-dry Norwegian mesh base

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OMM Sonic Jacket review – featherweight windproof

A handy backup or a versatile add-on to a waterproof setup

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Paramo Velez Adventure Light Smock review – eco-friendly, breathable cocoon

A fine all-round outdoors waterproof shell that's good on the bike in colder conditions

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Spatzwear Race Layer review – warm and dry with low bulk

Designed as a foul-weather base layer for riders with an eye on aerodynamics, the Race Layer is also a flexible winter staple for the rest of us

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