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2027 RockShox ZEB & Vivid Air Review | Redefining conventional suspension performance
17+ hour, 31+ min ago (1858+ words) 2027 RockShox ZEB & Vivid Air $2,235 (ZEB), $1,340 (Vivid Air) 2,570g (ZEB), 723g (Vivid Air) - Significantly wider setup window, making it easier for riders to get comfy quickly - Linear feeling to the ZEB is predictable and composed - Superb off-the-top sensitivity, both fork & shock - Approx. 200g heavier…...
First Ride | The 2027 RockShox Super Deluxe incorporates a novel Token tuning system
17+ hour, 30+ min ago (1709+ words) - Super smooth & reactive - Clever Token positoning system - Calm & quiet bottom-out support - Intuitive & effective damper adjustments - Heavier & more expensive than previous Super Deluxe - Rebound dial is a bit fiddly In case you hadn't heard the news already, RockShox is going BIG…...
On Test | The new Focus Atlas ditches road boost and adds down tube storage
3+ week, 9+ hour ago (657+ words) The Focus Atlas has long been the German brand's dedicated workhorse " a gravel bike explicitly designed for "losing yourself" rather than winning sprints. But with the release of the MY26 Atlas, Focus looks to be sharpening the edges of its adventure…...
What are they like to live with? | Shimano XT M8220 vs SRAM Maven vs Hope EVO GR4
2+ week, 6+ day ago (1420+ words) The last nine or so months have been a bit of a brake bonanza. I've lost count of how many brake swaps and lever bleeds I've done, tinkering, tuning, and figuring out the strengths and weaknesses of each brake. But…...
2026 Velduro Rogue Review | A self shuttling DH beast powered by the Avinox motor
4+ week, 5+ hour ago (1813+ words) - Top notch DH capability. - Spec is well complied for enduro/DH riding. - Avinox drive unit complements the bike well. - Frame only options (rare for e-MTBs). - Some limits on shock compatibly & clearance. - Can be a lot to handle on steep descents....
First Look | Bosch Performance Line CX Gen 5 software updates alongside all-new CX-R motor and Kiox 400C Display
11+ mon, 6+ day ago (826+ words) The internet rumour-mill has turned out to be true about a Bosch software update, and the battle for the highest performing eMTB drive-unit is hotter than a Carolina Reaper chilli. Bosch has unveiled it's all-new Performance Line CX-R drive unit,…...
Norco updates the Range VLT e-Enduro beast | Less travel, bigger battery, lower claimed weight
3+ mon, 2+ week ago (597+ words) Norco has released the fourth generation of its Range VLT e-Bike, following a significant platform update in April 2024. Surprisingly, Norco hasn't made a ton of noise about this new bike " yet " but another high pivot long-travel e-MTB is absolutely worth…...
2026 Pivot Shuttle LT First Ride | Bosch CX, 800Wh Battery, Long-Travel eMTB
2+ mon, 5+ day ago (519+ words) Pivot has revised the Shuttle LT for 2026, pushing its longest-travel e-MTB further away from the Shuttle AM and more clearly into full-power, mixed-wheel, enduro-focused territory. The Shuttle LT also introduces something new, with a great name: Slacky McSteepTube. Read on....
Specialized’s Turbo Levo 4 just got an over‑the‑air power bump.
1+ mon, 2+ week ago (1031+ words) With the update installed: Specialized claims the update maintains strong range performance. In repeated real-world testing with an 80kg rider in Eco mode, they report: As always, real-world range depends heavily on terrain, mode selection, rider input and tuning. We have…...
On Test 2026 Scott Gambler | One of the most adjustable DH bikes around
1+ mon, 3+ week ago (506+ words) I've just received a 2026 Scott Gambler to review and I'm seriously keen to get stuck into this one. It's also got me thinking about a question that's been rattling around in my head for a while now: are downhill bikes…...