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Our long-term review of the 612 brakes – How do the premium Swiss stoppers perform?

If you’re looking for brakes that don’t come from one of the major US or Japanese brands, and have an edgy prototype look, look no further than the brakes from 612. We put them through the wringer for several months to find out whether they’re just for show or if they deliver on the trail.

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New 2023 Rocky Mountain Slayer Carbon 50 first ride review – 🤘🤘🤘

After three years on their previous frame platform, Rocky Mountain have redeveloped their freeride bruiser from the ground up for 2023. The latest iteration of the Slayer rolls into the new season with a new frame, a new wheel-size configuration and maximum suspension travel, which should bring it up to date with the latest mountain bike trends. Did the Canadian manufacturer deliver? We tested the new Slayer to find out!

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Leatt Helmet MTB 3.0 Enduro 2023 – Three for the price of one?

With the MTB 3.0 Enduro, Leatt promise the ultimate 3-in-1 helmet, offering maximum modularity for numerous use cases, covering everything from your home trails to the bike park. For € 269, it almost sounds like a bargain, but can the MTB 3.0 Enduro really do it all?

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First ride review: DT Swiss FR 1500 Classic wheelset – The indestructible one?

DT Swiss present the FR 1500 wheelset, designed for hard enduro and downhill use. It is based on the recently introduced FR 541 aluminium rims and proven 240 hubs, available in all common wheel sizes and hub widths. We put them through their paces to find out how much abuse they can take.

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Alutech Fanes 29 Custom in review – A distinctive alloy bruiser from Germany

With its striking alloy frame and generous 170 mm of travel front and rear, the Alutech Fanes 29 Custom has already been around for a few years. We put our test rig through the wringer to find out how well it has aged, and whether the concept can still keep up with the best modern enduro bikes.

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