Components

    • Drift x170 Helmet Camera

    • December 4th, 2009 @ 11:01 AM | 4

    • ActionCameras sent us the Drift X170 helmet camera to have a look at, I was busy trying to build a cable cam that week so I gave it to local tester Leaky Lewis to take it out for a …

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    • Scratch and Sniff Spank grips

    • November 26th, 2009 @ 1:00 PM | 4

    • If you have the “Smello-vision” application switched to the “on” position on your computer you will be experiencing a strong whiff of blue berry bubble gum right now.
      These Spank TuggJob grips just arrived at the office and I immediately wanted …

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    • Pro Atherton and Vanderham Series

    • October 30th, 2009 @ 10:55 AM | 3

    • Albert and Mark from Madison popped into the Dirt office yesterday with the Atherton Star Series and the Vanderham kit developed by PRO to Shimano’s tough MPAN QC testing procedure.

      Here’s a quick look at the products which should …

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    • Dirt Office Helmet Cam

    • October 22nd, 2009 @ 12:00 PM | 10

    • I spotted this tiny Veho Muvi helmet camera at the CycleShow a while back and promptly got one ordered for an inspection. Steve at veho-uk.com had one sent out this morning.
      The size of it is remarkable, how do they …

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    • Dirt Office bits and pieces

    • October 13th, 2009 @ 11:09 AM | 15

    • A big box from Fox HQ in California turned up at the Dirt office today. Among some other bits was a set of the new Fox 831 4x, dirt jump forks. I remember seeing Jared Graves and Dan Atherton with …

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    • Continental Kaiser and Rain King Tyres

    • March 10th, 2009 @ 4:32 PM | 0

    • For some reason Continental were in the doldrums a bit when it came to DH tyres, but these two latest offerings look set to change that. The Kaiser is a High Roller-esque tyre, while the Rain King sits somewhere between …

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    • Hope Tech Brakes

    • March 10th, 2009 @ 3:26 PM | 0

    • Hope’s range of brakes has just received a pretty major makeover. The biggest
      change is the new ‘Tech’ lever which from first impressions seems like a big
      improvement over the old one. For starters it’s much stiffer and offers tool-free bite
      point and …

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    • Nuke Proof Seatposts

    • March 9th, 2009 @ 3:58 PM | 0

    • Nuke Proof keep coming out with great value components and this new seatpost of theirs is no exception. It’s fair to say that with its one piece cold forged and machined construction with elliptical bore it’s remarkably similar to a …

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    • Chris King Bottom Bracket

    • March 9th, 2009 @ 3:26 PM | 0

    • It was only a matter of time before Chris King put their bearing expertise into an external bottom bracket, and now after several years of rigorous testing they’ve finally released the finished article. Each one comes with a five year …

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    • Hope Direct Shifter Mounts

    • March 3rd, 2009 @ 2:44 PM | 0

    • We’ve just had these samples sent through from Hope. Its their answer to the Avid Matchmaker, and means you can mount your shifter directly to your brake.

      They fit all of Hope’s new Tech brakes. …

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    • Specialized Commander seatpost

    • February 23rd, 2009 @ 12:50 PM | 0

    • This Specialized Commander seatpost arrived in the office this morning.

      It’s the latest adjustable seatpost offering, and comes from the guys at Specialized. It has 100mm of travel, and has 3 locking height positions. We …

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    • SHIMANO M575 DEORE DISC BRAKES

    • January 12th, 2009 @ 11:57 AM | 0

    • SHIMANO M575 DEORE DISC BRAKES
      Shimano’s M535 Deore disc brakes have been one
      of our favourite bargain brakes for a while now, but
      for 2009 they’ve also added this M575 version to the
      Deore line up and it looks even better value.

      The main
      difference …

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    • ACROS A–SP SEATPOST

    • December 17th, 2008 @ 8:49 AM | 0

    • ACROS A–SP SEATPOST
      Those German’s just seem to keep bringing out great products and this new seatpost
      from Acros is yet another one to add to the list. The one–piece shaft and head means
      that it’s going to be incredibly reliable as there’s …

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    • Point one Racing

    • December 16th, 2008 @ 10:47 AM | 0

    • POINT ONE RACING
      We had these in Dirt 82, when you could only get them from the States, but now they’re soon to be available in the UK through Hotlines
      With all the stuff that comes through our door it …

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    • Chris King Rear Hub

    • September 19th, 2007 @ 11:47 AM | 0

    • CHRIS KING 150 mm REAR HUB

      Those of you with a wad of cash burning a hole in your pocket, and a need for a 150 mm rear hub, should now be rejoicing. It’s been a while coming, but finally …

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    • DT FR2350 Wheelset

    • March 26th, 2007 @ 11:01 AM | 0

    • I don’t know if the ‘F’ stands for flash, but DT have definitely gone to town on this new wheelset of theirs. Many of you though will no doubt be pleased to hear …

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    • DMR ‘LOCDD’ Grips

    • March 23rd, 2007 @ 2:41 PM | 0

    • The Lock On grip from ODI is standard issue now on most bikes, the LOCDD is DMR’s take on this classic. It just has the one clamp on each grip, which uses two …

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    • 2007 Fox 36 Forks

    • March 23rd, 2007 @ 2:35 PM | 0

    • Fox 36’s really set a new benchmark last year, and it looks like the latest incarnations are likely to raise the level yet again. The coil sprung Vanilla versions remain pretty much …

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    • Crankbrothers S.E. Hans Rey 5050XX Pedals

    • March 23rd, 2007 @ 2:16 PM | 0

    • You should already know about Crankbrothers 5050 flat pedal, Sam Hill used a pair to propel him to his World Championship victory. We have reviewed them before in the mag so …

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    • Bontrager Big Earl Wheels

    • March 22nd, 2007 @ 2:42 PM | 0

    • A good reliable set of wheels is an essential part of any bike, and these seem to fit the bill nicely. Both hubs have cartridge bearings that mean servicing is minimal, and …

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    • BOS 888 Cartridge Kit

    • March 22nd, 2007 @ 2:25 PM | 1

    • The Cartridge Specs
      First up it Is a hydraulic damping cartridge. The kit includes two cartridges both of which are identical. The damper works with two pistons, one for compression, the other for rebound. Each piston has …

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