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![Bike rider in front of cathedral in Girona](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3XarCNY9eFYkykURzrEKnT-320-80.jpeg)
Gravel guide to Girona – one of the best places in Europe for some off-road miles in spring
By Neal Hunt published
Feature Tired of wet, muddy trails? Why not hop over to the gravel-riding mecca of Girona and check out the near-endless dusty trails and fantastic bike-friendly culture?
![Close up details on the Shimano SPD PD-M520 pedal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/7AfpnnxL2nBB5gsfTFxCpE-320-80.jpg)
I've been riding Shimano's budget SPD pedals for over twenty years, here's why they're still my go-to after all this time
By Paul Brett published
Feature When it comes to cost vs performance, for me, the Shimano SPD PD-M520 are one of the best MTB pedals ever made
![Specialized Epic 8 and Epic 8 Evo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/dMwKDUX9qmHJoGVuSa7S6V-320-80.jpeg)
Specialized Epic 8 vs Epic 8 Evo – two brilliant new bikes, but which short travel ripper is the right one for you?
By Guy Kesteven published
Feature Specialized’s new Epic 8 and Epic 8 Evo share the same frame but ride very differently. Guy Kesteven has tested both and is perfectly placed to explain which is the best lightweight trail weapon for you
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