Ben Haworth

1 day ago | singletrackworld.com | Ben Haworth

As we say goodbye to June – which is a disappointing month every year – let’s stare at some new stuff. Specifically, let’s stare at stuff that is at least partly related top mountain bikes. Here’s your weekly dose of Fresh Goods. Tuck in…Price: £1,070.00From: Elro DistributionThis is not actually our test fork. Ours hasn’t arrived as yet. This fork (and bike) belongs to a Bike Industry Bod who shall remain nameless.

1 day ago | singletrackworld.com | Ben Haworth

Without a bladder on your back, you need a different way to carry your water. Singletrack magazine has been in print and and online since 2001 and every issue we’ve ever published is made available to our members as part of their membership. But there’s so much more on offer – check out these features. From unlimited access to content to discounts and offers on gear and services.

2 days ago | singletrackworld.com | Ben Haworth

AKA the DJI Dozen. Here is the list of significant eMTBs using the Avinox system. Here we go, in alphabetical order…You know this one. You can read our Amflow PL Carbon review if you want a refresher course about this bike and brand. Carbon framed 150mm travel trail e-bike with either a 600Wh or 800Wh battery, for now (there’s talk of the 600Wh battery option being removed due to lack of take up).

3 days ago | singletrackworld.com | Ben Haworth

Haters gonna hate. Mockers gonna mock. But I love pinky protectors at this time of year. Brand: CrankbrothersProduct: Guardian Universal HandguardsPrice: £49.99From:CrankbrothersTested by: Benji for 1 monthSufficient protection vertically and horizontallyEasy to swap between bikes, or remove/install as and whenExcellent choice of material; stiff enough but usefully bendy£50 is still rather expensivePeople will mock youYou need to be confident to run handguards.

3 days ago | singletrackworld.com | Ben Haworth

Ride fast, train hard, stay young. Or just have a lot more fun. The Singletrack Test Team put this parade of products through their paces. Price: £4,823 (inc. upgrades
of OC Mountain Control dropper and carbon Oquo Mountain Performance wheels)From: OrbeaTested by: Chipps for 2 monthsThat ‘X-Fader’ frame is as beautiful as it is visually arresting and the carbon structure does a great job of looking streamlined and flowing – and fast – even standing still.