Latest articles by Shim Slade
Endura Women’s SingleTrack Lite shorts review – superb baggies for warmer days
Review Lightweight, comfortable and well-featured, Endura’s SingleTrack Lite shorts are spot on for warm weather riding and come in both men and women’s versions
Rab Cinder Crank Pants review – extremely comfortable, lightweight riding trousers
Review Rab's quality biking pants are well designed and made, with plenty of features
Best women's padded underwear for cycling 2024 – top options to keep you riding in comfort
Buyer's Guide Our expert pick of ladies’ padded biking liner shorts for all seasons
Endura Women's SingleTrack S/S jersey review – a Scottish take on a technical tee
Review In a crowded market, what sets Endura's SingleTrack short-sleeve top apart?
Endura Women's Hummvee shorts review – classic baggies still going strong
Review These great-value shorts with an old-school design include a quality liner and will last a lifetime
Endura Women's SingleTrack Tank Top review – perfect for those hot sunny days
review Endura's sleeveless jersey is super-comfortable and cool with a spot-on design
Rab Cinder Downpour Light Waterproof Jacket review – a super summer shell
Review Waterproof, breathable, packable and well-featured, Rab's lightweight Cinder Downpour jacket ticks all the boxes
Rapha Women's Trail Gore-Tex Pants review – properly waterproof trousers built for abuse
Review Rapha's wet-weather pants are spendy but super-breathable as well as waterproof and versatile
Endura Women's SingleTrack Leggings review – versatile, compressive and flattering tights
Review Designed for multiple uses, Endura's new SingleTrack leggings are for ladies only and boast pockets galore
Rab Ascendor Light Hoody review – the perfect layer for year-round riding
Review Need a warm yet lightweight technical top that’s fast-wicking and breathable? Look no further than Rab’s Ascendor Light Hoody
Endura SingleTrack Jacket II review – a properly protective waterproof
review If you need a winter waterproof you can depend on to keep you dry, check out Endura’s SingleTrack Jacket II
Endura MT500 Freezing Point Trousers review – superb cold weather leg protection
review If you frequently ride in below-freezing temperatures, Endura’s brilliantly designed Freezing Point pants are a worthwhile investment
Endura MT500 Freezing Point gloves review – waterproof gloves for winter riding
Review Endura's MT500 Freezing Point waterproof excellent gloves live up to their name
Osprey Seral 7 hip pack review – MTB-specific and backed up by a superb warranty
Review The generously sized Seral 7 is ideal for riders who want to keep their back pack-free but need enough water and kit for long rides
Giro Montara MIPS helmet review – the women’s version of the ever popular Montaro
review The Giro Montara is a comfortable, well-designed trail helmet with some extra nifty features
Rapha Women’s Trail Pants review – well-designed premium cool-weather riding trousers
Review Does Rapha’s reputation for quality clothing justify the high price tag here?
ION Shelter Jacket 4W Softshell review – a versatile midweight jacket, both on and off the bike
Review ION’s description says the Shelter is “perfect for all those rainy, windy and cold days” so how does it measure up?
ION Shelter Pants 4W Softshell review – a sturdy midweight trail pant with plenty of features
Review Comfortable and well-made riding pant for fall through to spring, designed to withstand dirty trail conditions, and the odd crash, but they are pricey
Rapha Women’s Trail Windblock Jersey review – an MTB-specific cool-weather top
Review A well-made casual-looking jersey that lives up to Rapha’s reputation for quality
Smith Session MIPS helmet review – well priced and comfortable trail lid
Review Koroyd technology plus MIPS makes the Smith Session helmet super-protective
