Neal Hunt
Neal has been riding bikes of all persuasions for over 20 years and has had a go at racing most of them to a pretty average level across the board. From town center criteriums to the Megavalanche and pretty much everything in between. Neal has worked in the bicycle industry his entire working life, from starting out as a Saturday lad at the local bike shop to working for global brands in a variety of roles; he has built an in-depth knowledge and love of all things tech. Based in Sheffield, UK, he can be found riding the incredible local trails on a wide variety of bikes whenever he can
Latest articles by Neal Hunt
![Bottle in Elite Prism bottle cage on mountain bike](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/c9oNcUqZss69KFdJPbNgXT-320-80.jpg)
Best MTB bottle cages 2024 – top-rated, secure and easy-to-use cages for off-road riding
By Rich Owen last updated
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 rim finish detail](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rMEZwHDmfEhDPetdP2ySoW-320-80.jpg)
Halo Drove Line Gravel wheels review – a new bargain gravel wheel king?
By Neal Hunt published
Review Halo has a reputation for top-quality, bombproof, and wallet-friendly wheels; the latest Drove gravel wheels are no exception
![Close up of a Passoni frame at the Eurobike show](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QCKfzx4Daa6F3h5EUSbC55-320-80.jpg)
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
By Neal Hunt published
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
![Close up of the Dangerholm 'Mad Max' style MTB](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/U64jeB5JxECoiYDT2ivtsm-320-80.jpg)
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
By Neal Hunt published
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
![Mansion house and garden with hills behind](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/ZuB9ENhcGWD4GCgb4id4ZN-320-80.jpg)
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
By Neal Hunt published
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 gravel bike with background landscape](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/K9eYshdvyHvqPPX7YiPuSf-320-80.jpg)
Ridley Kanzo Adventure review – a versatile, fast gravel bike with exceptional off-road handling
By Neal Hunt published
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
![Two bottles of bike chain lube on muddy ground in wood](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BAUrE75KzNu7jsYV5xpjdM-320-80.jpg)
Muc-Off C3 Dry Ceramic Lube review – long-lasting, mixed condition chain lube
By Neal Hunt published
Review Packed with more features than most, does Muc-Off's dry lube live up to its premium price?
![Bike tool in use on internal cabling of bike](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/evZtNGc844vWdo3Zfqgq5N-320-80.jpg)
Park Tool IR-1.3 Internal Cable Routing Kit review – a clever tool for fitting cables
By Neal Hunt published
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 bottle on stone with field behind](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7kNNg5F57Lkqxc6Ky39CfA-320-80.jpg)
Motul Chain Lube Dry review – a more eco-friendly bike chain lube
By Neal Hunt published
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 Brakes on bike](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Qhtk9HsfhiQyKZcJSxUKfj-320-80.jpg)
Lewis LH4 Brake Set review – an eerily familiar looking brake
By Neal Hunt published
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
![Three sets of MTB handlebars with different rises](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/WFpSfobD4d9i69ixFcxuf3-320-80.jpg)
How to get big performance returns by making small changes to your mountain bike's handlebars
By Neal Hunt published
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 bottle on ground by tree](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/Ao5NwgidQmsqsfLbmLL7KQ-320-80.jpg)
Motul Frame Clean review – environmentally friendly bike cleaner
By Neal Hunt published
Review The auto giant is well-known for its lubricants, so how does its water-based, eco-friendly cleaner compare?
![Bike rider in front of cathedral in Girona](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3XarCNY9eFYkykURzrEKnT-320-80.jpeg)
Gravel guide to Girona – one of the best places in Europe for some off-road miles in spring
By Neal Hunt published
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?
![A male mountain standing while wearing 100% Airmatic pants one of the best mtb pants](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bYPGE2JseeHyktrK9M94RR-320-80.jpg)
Best MTB pants 2024 – we test top mountain bike trousers for full length trail and gravity protection
By Richard Owen last updated
Buyer's Guide MTB pants have radically improved over the past few years, making full leg coverage a much more popular option. Our experts review and rank the best options available
![Bike in front of landscape](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/beVBq9579XEVx9beJcdyLd-320-80.jpg)
Argon 18 Dark Matter review – one gravel bike for everything?
By Neal Hunt published
Review Argon 18’s fast, comfortable, sure-footed, and well-equipped Dark Matter is a great all-round gravel workhorse
![Bike wheel on bike with woods backdrop](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/BuLChgvC8n2VgUXMBr4Jy8-320-80.jpg)
Elitewheels Drive G45 CS carbon wheels review – stiff, very light, and fast gravel wheels
By Neal Hunt published
Review From a name new to many, but with a high-quality finish, low weight, and high stiffness, these wheels tick many boxes but really excel on smoother terrain
![A hardtail MTB slides a dusty trail](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/GiNaFxKCxkTVufYaMFe2TL-320-80.jpg)
Best budget MTB wheels 2024 – performance boosting bargain upgrades
By Jim Bland last updated
Buyer's Guide These bargain MTB wheelsets will make your bike faster and more responsive – whatever your style of riding
![Front wheel of bike with suspension fork](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/9qBgQDuVvUFpxYxN3PSrHT-320-80.jpeg)
Rigid vs suspension gravel fork – which is faster? Well, the answer is not quite that straightforward
By Neal Hunt published
Feature Suspension forks are becoming more common on gravel bikes, but how much difference do they make? We took rigid and suspension forks go to the test track so we could find out more
![The PUSH Industries Nine.One fork](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6jYkU7MU3V9Dsa9opXWDVV-320-80.jpeg)
The new PUSH Industries Nine.One is one of the most stunning MTB suspension forks ever created
By Neal Hunt published
News Hand built in Colorado, the first fork from renowned suspension brand comes with trick, tunable, reliable tech built in, but it comes at a cost
![Muc-Off Stealth Tubeless Puncture Plug parts on a log](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/RfoxLdzqYyRUF9pkduqbsP-320-80.jpg)
Muc-Off Stealth Tubeless Puncture Plug review – hidden tire repair kit
By Neal Hunt published
Review The Stealth plug set is well-finished and looks like a great idea, but can be fiddly, and they limit your choice of grips
![The Bright Racing Shocks F929 Next-3RC](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/YQNDpy2ATXdg5dDT2FGp7g-320-80.jpg)
Bright Racing Shocks release the F929 Next-3RC – a stunning and unique enduro fork with an equally stunning price tag
By Neal Hunt published
News Bright Racing Shocks' latest fork aims to bring its unique tech to a wider audience with its latest long-travel upside-down fork
![Reynolds ATRx wheels on a gravel bike](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/FNWkan3CzfM5LpMdp2Dk5N-320-80.jpg)
Reynolds ATRx wheels review – a fast and light option for the smoother end of the gravel spectrum
By Neal Hunt published
Review A fast, reliable setup that suits the more asphalt-biased gravel riders, these wheels work well with narrower tires across a broad range of terrain
![Downhill mountain biker at Val di Sole](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/cebokUcab9oW8QYZ7gMHmW-320-80.jpg)
Best mountain bike wheels 2024 – the lightest cross-country options to the strongest downhill MTB wheels
By Paul Brett last updated
Buyer's Guide Upgrading to the best mountain bike wheels is one of the most significant modifications you can make to your bike, resulting in better overall control and more speed on the trail
![Man wearing cycling suit in wooded area](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/6HjVeAHWM4Nj474AmNh65C-320-80.jpg)
Dirtlej Dirtsuit Core Edition review – the ultimate weatherproof outfit?
By Neal Hunt published
Review An all-in-one, heavy-duty, fully waterproof shell that keeps the elements out, but is it versatile enough for regular use?
![Schwalbe Tacky Chan Super Trail tire on a bike](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qjHKdETXGjxwGokAftZj98-320-80.jpg)
Schwalbe Tacky Chan Super Trail tire review – versatile, grippy and fast
By Neal Hunt published
Review The downhill version has already seen success at World Cup level, and the lighter, more supple-cased trail option gives the best of both worlds with predictable high levels of grip in a fast-rolling package