The popularity of gravel riding has exploded in recent years, with many riders dusting off their cyclocross bikes to give it a go, or newfound dirt lovers contemplating giving the cyclocross race discipline a go in winter.
Fancy trying out some clipless pedals but don’t know where to start? Don’t panic - here we’ll guide you through exactly what clipless pedals are, the types available and why they’re great, as well as the types of cleats for cycling so you can decide which are the best for you.
From key pieces of safety kit that you simply can’t ride without, spares and tools that’ll save you having a trail-side nightmare and some more fancy gadgets to invest in later on, here’s our guide to the best mountain bike accessories.
You might think that swinging a leg over a bike is inherently green, especially in comparison to the fuel-guzzling alternatives, but when you look a little closer there are certainly things that we cyclists can do to reduce our environmental impact.
