Top 12 Best XC Bikes | The best cross country bikes reviewed
WEBPivot Mach 4 SL – 2,087g. Canyon Lux Trail CFR – 2,104g. The Specialized S-Works Epic World Cup is claimed to weigh just 1,712g for its FACT 12m frame and shock. Coming in at just 1,712g for the S-Works frame and shock, the Specialized Epic World Cup is currently the lightest full suspension frame in our list.
Long-term living with Shimano’s latest e-MTB motor - Flow …
WEBWil & Mick review Shimano EP8. First revealed to the world in September of last year, Shimano EP8 finally arrived on the e-MTB scene as the successor to the very popular Shimano E8000 motor. As well as being smaller, lighter and more efficient, the new EP8 drive unit also packs more punch with up to 85Nm of torque, bringing it up to speed with the latest power plants from Bosch, Yamaha and ...
2022 Scott Spark Review | An all-round XC ripper with a split …
WEBAs the Swiss brand’s flagship XC bike, the Scott Spark boasts an all-new frame for 2022 that comes loaded to the hilt with high-tech details. Curiously, it also receives an increase in rear travel from 100mm to 120mm, making this the …
Giant Trance X 29 2 Review | Giant's all-new 29er trail bike is its ...
WEBWil reviews the 2021 Giant Trance X 29. Big news from the bike brand with the big name, Giant has an all-new full suspension mountain bike for 2021, and it’s called the Trance X. Equipped with a 150mm travel fork and 135mm of rear travel, the Trance X is a chunky 29er trail bike that will be squeezing its way into the Giant lineup in between the current Trance 29 and Reign 29.
Strength Training for Mountain Biking | Flow Mountain Bike
WEBTurn towards the same side as the front leg (right foot forward means turn right), turning your head together with your shoulders. You can add weight in all sorts of ways; just make sure you can maintain good form with a straight back and not lose balance. Try to aim for 30 steps, to begin with.
2023 Trek Fuel EXe Review | The stealthiest e-MTB we've ever tested
WEBGlobally, there will be six Trek Fuel EXe models offered for 2023. Only three of those models will be available in Australia, with prices starting at $9,499 AUD for the Fuel EXe 9.5, and maxing out at $12,999 AUD for the Fuel EXe 9.8 XT. All Fuel EXe models make use of the same TQ-HPR50 motor, 360Wh battery and OCLV carbon frame.
Specialized Stumpjumper 2021 Review | Goodbye FSR, hello flex …
WEBThere are six different Stumpjumper models coming into Australia for 2021, with prices starting at $3,200 AUD. The two cheapest models utilise alloy frames, which retain the FSR pivot on the chainstay. The alloy frame is purportedly heavier by over a kilo (3,490g claimed weight), which is a considerable difference.
2022 Giant Trance 29 Review | A muscly little trail hustler that's ...
WEBThe Giant Trance 29 is a short travel trail bike that sits between the Anthem (the 110/100mm travel XC race bike) and the Trance X (the 150/135mm travel All Mountain bike). The Trance 29 splits the different with a 130mm travel fork up front, and 120mm out back. For those playing at home, that’s a 5mm increase in rear wheel travel over the ...
Giant Trance X Advanced Pro 29 Review - Flow Mountain Bike
WEBAs well as being 1.5kg lighter overall, the Trance X Advanced Pro 29 0 also has considerably lighter carbon wheels – the TRX 1 wheelset is nearly 600g lighter than the stocky hoops on the alloy Trance X. That results in more zip on the climbs, and the stiffer carbon rims give it more rapid acceleration along with sharper handling too.
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WEBTimed stages, red dirt and cold beer | Shimano Gravel Muster brings new life to stage racing in Alice Springs. Taking the place of The Redback, the Shimano Gravel Muster is a brand new stage race that sent riders into the outback for four stages ...