Latest articles by Neal Hunt
Best MTB grips 2025 – our testers' picks of the models that will improve your mountain bike's comfort and handling
Buyer's Guide Choosing the best MTB grips will give you maximum comfort and control of your bike wherever you ride
Best MTB pants – we test top mountain bike trousers for full-length trail and gravity protection
Buyer's Guide MTB pants have radically improved over the past few years, making full-leg coverage a popular option all year round. Our experts review and rank the best models available
Alpinestars Vector Tech Solid helmet review – a trail lid from a brand well-used to high-speed off-road endeavors
With a long history of pedal and moto off-road kit, I had high expectations from this Alpinestars lid. But does it live up to the iconic logo?
Ciovita Men's Opera Short Sleeve Trail Tee review – does the close-fitting mountain bike jersey make more sense for gravel?
Review A versatile race-fit jersey that's more gravel than trail, with a great cut but let down by its lack of eco credentials
ERE Research Tenaci TT saddle review – a comfortable short saddle with a clever trick up its sleeve
Review A saddle is the most personal of bike parts, and this one has more adjustability built in than most. So, how does that translate on the trail?
Muc-Off Bottle for Life review – an eco-friendly update from the bike cleaning pioneers
Review A welcome update to the original pink cleaner, but have they messed with a winning formula?
Husqvarna Mountain Cross 5 e-MTB review – can the Swedish moto specialists compete with tried and tested bike brands?
Review Moto heritage doesn't always translate to trail performance, but is Husqvarna's MC5 a bike that traditional brands should be worried about?
FSA Pro Wing AGX loop gravel handlebar review – an aero gravel-specific drop handlebar, but it's not all about wind-defying speed
Review FSA has included an extra loop on its latest gravel handlebar, but does that add comfort or just get in the way on the trail?
Pivot Switchblade Pro AXS – evolution over revolution for this high-rolling trail slayer
Review Have Pivot's recent updates to its popular Switchblade trail bike done enough to warrant its superbike pricing?
P1 Singularis M30 XC race wheels review – the rim of choice for both Gold medal-winning XCO riders at the Paris Olympics
Review With multiple World Cup wins and now a clean sweep at the Olympic Games XCO races, the Singularis M30 wheels have plenty of pedigree, but how does that translate on the trail for us mere mortals?
Best MTB bottle cages – top-rated, secure and easy-to-use cages for off-road riding
Buyer's Guide Our test team's pick of the best MTB bottle cages to keep your water bottle secure out on the trails
Halo Drove Line Gravel wheels review – a new bargain gravel wheel king?
Review Halo has a reputation for top-quality, bombproof, and wallet-friendly wheels; the latest Drove gravel wheels are no exception
The most important bike of the year, Classified and TRP collaboration, fancy titanium, and much more. 9 cool gravel things we spotted at the Eurobike show
News After three days and nearly 70,000 steps treading the immense Eurobike halls in Frankfurt, here’s what really grabbed our attention from the world of gravel
A post-apocalyptic bike, new motor systems, a shapeshifting MTB, the lightest 29er ever, and much more. 8 things that caught our eye at the Eurobike show
News After three days of walking the immense Eurobike halls in Frankfurt, here’s what really grabbed our attention from the world of e-MTB and MTB
I've been bikepacking for over 15 years, here’s why a youth hostel is a great multi-day ride alternative to wild camping and ideal for beginners
Feature The humble youth hostel has been a staple for travelers for decades, but could it be the perfect way for beginners and those unsure about wild camping to experience bikepacking adventures?
Ridley Kanzo Adventure review – a versatile, fast gravel bike with exceptional off-road handling
Review 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
Muc-Off C3 Dry Ceramic Lube review – long-lasting, mixed condition chain lube
Review Packed with more features than most, does Muc-Off's dry lube live up to its premium price?
Park Tool IR-1.3 Internal Cable Routing Kit review – a clever tool for fitting cables
Review Modern cable routing can be a nightmare for the home mechanic, so is Park Tool's latest kit the solution?
Motul Chain Lube Dry review – a more eco-friendly bike chain lube
Review Without any PTFE or fossil-based ingredients, how does the French brand's dry lube compare to well-established offerings from other companies?
Lewis LH4 Brake Set review – an eerily familiar looking brake
Review A well-finished high-end brake with useful features that works well on the trail, with only a few niggles stopping it being one of the best
How to get big performance returns by making small changes to your mountain bike's handlebars
Feature Often overlooked, a simple change in bar height can be a cost-effective way of altering your position or the feel of your bike, but how much difference does it actually make? I decided to find out...
Motul Frame Clean review – environmentally friendly bike cleaner
Review The auto giant is well-known for its lubricants, so how does its water-based, eco-friendly cleaner compare?
Gravel guide to Girona – one of the best places in Europe for some off-road miles in spring
Feature Tired of wet, muddy trails? Why not hop over to the gravel-riding mecca of Girona and check out the near-endless dusty trails and fantastic bike-friendly culture?
