After the success of the Wild Enduro tyres, Michelin has launched two brand new additions, the Wild AM2 and Force AM2. The former is focussed on providing maximum grip over mixed and loose conditions, with the latter aimed at hardpack to mixed.

Offering what could be seen more like a piece of art rather than a bike frame, Specialized has pulled back the curtains on four very limited colourways of the beloved Chisel cross country frame. We're unsure whether or not they should be built up, or hung on a wall.

Pivot's Trail 429 has gotten an update for 2021. This iteration brings in a host of frame updates and a vertical shock position all to create a more capable machine. There's also a range of new kit on the bikes and better integration for Fox's Live Valve system.

It's only been a month since the release of Nukeproof's brand new super enduro bike, the Giga and Sam Hill is already showing us all up on his own Giga 290c. Sit back and enjoy this chilled, raw edit.

Today Saracen had launched the 2021 offering with the range seeing a host of updates and tweaks. However, taking centre stage is the all-new Ariel. It comes in a handful of models to keep single-track slayers and bike park big-hitters alike happy.

The Loam Grips from PNW are seriously impressive performers for the cash. They're grippy, really nicely shaped and feature a Goldilocks compound – not too sticky, not too solid, but just right. There's very little to grumble about.

Brand new from Fearless Bikes in the Warlock, a gravel bike built to tackle tough trails and long distances in comfort, promising a ride that's more capable than many conventional gravel bikes. It gets big tyres, a progressive geometry for a fun ride and all of the pack mounts you'll need to spend a weekend in the wilderness.

Gracing the office this week is Canyon's gravel e-bike, the Grail:ON. Most noticeably it comes kitted with a very unique vibration damping cockpit, then a Bosche motor, and a healthy dose of carbon. Read on for all of the features of this nearly range-topping e-bike.

The Assegai from Maxxis is a relatively fresh addition to the brand's lineup. It’s consistently grippy in a range of conditions, making it great as a fit-and-forget tyre for year-round riding, though it is a smidge draggy – and it’s reluctant to clear proper mud.

Shimano's AM5 SPD shoes sit towards the budget end of its line-up, but for the money they're great. They're comfortable and cope with wet weather surprisingly well, but for those looking for ultimate efficiency the AM5 is a bit flexy – and if you're looking to ride hard, protection is a bit sparse too.