Matthew Page
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Straight Cut Aon Frame bag review
The Straight Cut Aon frame bag is a semi-custom bag, produced from start to finish in Scotland. As one of the brand's best bike frame bags, it combines web-style top tube fixing with a double strap for the downtube, creating an easy-to-mount design that is compatible with different bikes.
Zipp 101 XPLR wheelset review
The Zipp 101 XPLR is the brand's first attempt at the best gravel wheelset concept. What sets it apart is a single-wall carbon rim with a form that has been carried over from the Zipp 3ZERO MOTO mountain bike range. The 101 XPLR carries a premium price tag and they're a touch weighty. Along with a few other issues these wheels won't suit everyone.
MRP Baxter 2 gravel suspension fork review
The updated MRP Baxter 2 suspension fork offers a range of adjustment potential, with multiple travel options available. The fork can increase comfort and control over rough ground, although there are times when it can feel harsh. Ultimately when the going gets rough the Baxter 2 gives incredible performance and can help make you faster.
Stayer Gravel Adventure wheelset review
Stayer has produced a lightweight wheelset that balances stiffness and durability in what is a truly all-round option. The optional Hope RS4 hubs are a great addition, with quick pick-up, lots of colour choices and solid support network. That said, how does the British brand fair among the best gravel wheels on the market?
2022 Voodoo Nakisi review
The Voodoo Nakisi is an entry-level bike designed for gravel and adventure cycling. It offers a good-value specification but some of the components are not quite up to the level for typical gravel riding. There are glimmers of a decent bike but just how capable is it when compared to the best gravel bikes under £1,500?
Hutchinson Tundra Hardskin gravel tyre review
The Hutchinson Tundra tyre is a gravel tyre designed for wetter conditions, with the Hardskin version being the most durable Hutchinson offers. As an all-around tyre, it places itself in the best gravel tyres category, although it will struggle for traction when the sun is shining.
Ergon GXR grips review
The Ergon GXR is a rubber grip aimed at cross-country mountain biking with a focus on racing. It uses a simple design that has neither a clamp nor firm inner core and only a slight curve. It is relatively light with grip levels that impress given the thickness, but how does it stack up against the protagonists in the best MTB grips space?
Hutchinson Protect'Air Max Sealant review
Hutchinson Protect'Air Max is a latex-based tyre sealant that is designed for all types of bikes, including gravel and mountain bikes. Unlike some of the other options in the best tubeless sealant segment, the claims are more modest and this was seen in the tests, with limited success.
Altura Vortex Waterproof Seatpack review
The Altura Vortex seat pack comes with some new updates that make it easier to use. The strong materials allow it to stand up to abuse but this means it's pretty heavy as a result. Plus, some elements of the attachments make it hard to tighten up enough to stop side-to-side movement. Read on to see how it rates among the best bikepacking seat packs.
Sportful Sky Rider Supergiara bib short review
Sportful has started to create some unique and stand-out designs that will likely divide opinions, with the Sky Rider Supergiara bib shorts being one such item. With additional cargo pockets, they are designed to give you pro-worthy gravel performance, but there are some questions about the fit.