Articles by: Aoife Glass

Aoife loves a bike-based adventure, whether it’s out in the mountains on her MTB or exploring new places by road or gravel. She’s tested a LOT of bikes and kit, and is passionate about making cycling accessible for everyone. After all, it’s much more fun with friends, right?

Bikes currently owned: Juliana Maverick, Liv Devote

Articles by: Aoife Glass

Best mountain bike shoes 2023 – the best flat and clipless MTB footwear

By Richard Owen last updated 11 May 23

Buyer's Guide The best mountain bike shoes are comfortable, secure, and provide trail communication through the pedals, here's everything you need to know

Best MTB helmet lights 2023 – light up the trails with these powerful helmet lights

By Aoife Glass last updated 18 September 23

Buyer's Guide Our round-up of the best MTB helmet lights will help you keep riding through dark evenings and experiencing your favorite trails in a whole new light

Best budget waterproof MTB jackets 2023 – stay dry and warm without breaking the bank

By Aoife Glass published 8 September 22

Buyer's Guide The best budget waterproof MTB jackets will protect you from the elements, regardless of the season – all at an affordable price point

Best women’s mountain bike helmets – stylish head protection for trail, enduro and e-MTB

By Aoife Glass published 4 July 22

Buyer's Guide Protect your head and keep it cool with the best women's MTB helmets designed for impact protection, ventilation and looking good

Best winter gloves for mountain biking 2023 – keep your hands warm without losing feel and control

By Aoife Glass last updated 13 January 23

Buyer's Guide The best winter gloves for mountain biking to keep your fingers warm and working all winter long, no matter the weather

Best women’s mountain bike shoes – clipless and flat pedal shoes for female riders

By Aoife Glass last updated 13 September 22

Buyer's Gudie The best women’s specific flat pedal and clipless mountain bike shoes for tackling trails, cross-country, enduro and downhill

Best shock pump: high-pressure pumps for the ultimate tuning

By Aoife Glass published 26 January 22

Buyer's Guide The best shock pumps will get your suspension settings exactly where you need them – every time

Endura SINGLETRACK LITE ELBOW PADS II - BLACK

Best elbow pads for mountain biking: Lightweight to heavy duty mountain bike arm protection

By Aoife Glass published 21 January 22

Buyer's Guide The best mountain bike knee pads will protect your legs from inevitable crashes and falls

Rapha Women's Trail 3/4 Jersey review

By Aoife Glass published 29 July 21

Review Technical top with impressive performance but sadly limited size range

Best women’s mountain bikes under $1,000: Budget bikes to get you started on the trails

By Aoife Glass last updated 23 May 22

Buyer's Guide The best women’s mountain bikes under $1,000 that are perfect for trails, forest paths, skills development and fun

Best women’s gravel bikes: the perfect machines for off-road adventures

By Aoife Glass, Mildred Locke last updated 5 May 22

Break free of the tarmac and explore more on the best women’s gravel and adventure bikes

Best women's electric mountain bike: power up climbs and fly down descents with these brilliant e-MTBs

By Aoife Glass last updated 22 July 21

Buyer's Guide Our pick of the best battery-powered mountain bikes that add momentum to your ride

Best entry-level women's mountain bike: brilliant rides for every budget

By Aoife Glass last updated 5 May 22

Buyer's Guide Get riding, have fun and develop your skills without spending a fortune, with one of the best entry-level women's mountain bikes

Rapha Women’s Trail Shorts and 3/4 Sleeve Jersey - first look

By Aoife Glass published 7 June 21

Not yet rated

Review Rapha’s new MTB range includes well thought-out women’s kit with considered features

The Joy of Dirt: Why you should volunteer with your local trail association

By Aoife Glass last updated 12 November 21

Opinion Trail building is both a science and an art, and the more you dig and help out, the more you can ride and enjoy it

Crankbrothers Stamp Speedlace shoe review

By Aoife Glass published 7 April 21

Review Pedal specialist Crankbrothers recently made the move into the MTB shoe market. We have been putting its mid-range Stamp Speedlace flat pedal shoe to the test

Best women’s trail bikes: shred with confidence around your local trails

By Aoife Glass published 16 February 21

Buyer's Guide The best women’s trail bikes for riding around trail centers and natural terrain

Best women’s MTB saddles

By Aoife Glass last updated 12 October 22

Buyer's Guide The best women's MTB saddles perform well and keep you comfortable for hours on the trails. Here's our pick of the best

1
View Archive

Other versions of this page are available with specific content for the following regions: