Matt first reviewed a Bender Fender back in November 2009 and his is still going strong. With some fork changes towards the end of last year I was “forced” to give one a go as I couldn’t fit my SKS Shockblade to my tapered fork steerer.
Muddymoles
XC, Freeride and Downhill mountain biking in the Mole Valley, Surrey Hills (including Leith, Pitch and Holmbury Hills) and beyond
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Mucky Nutz Bender Fender 2.1 review
A review of the Fender Bender 2.1 from Mucky Nutz – cheap, and effective. Read the rest…
Review: Velosolo singlespeed spacer sets
Riding a singlespeed bike is about ensuring maximum efficiency which is where VeloSolo spacer rings come in Read the rest…
Crud Road Racer Mk2 mudguards – initial review
A review of fitting Crud Road Racer Mk2 mudguards to my Specialized Secteur Elite Read the rest…
Superstar Components CNC Nano Tech Thru Pin Pedal review
Superstar CNC Nano Tech pedals provide a little bling to Steven’s Trek EX-8 Read the rest…
Stripping and an oil bath – Alfine 8 speed hub service
After three hard winters, it’s time to strip down and service the 8-speed Shimano Alfine hub. A very reliable piece of kit it seems. Read the rest…
Specialized Henge saddle review
We review the Specialized Henge saddle which seems to be greater than the sum of its parts
Hope vs. Salsa flip-off seat clamp review
What’s the better flip-off seat clamp? The Salsa or the Hope? Both are beatifully made but only one is properly designed.
Review: Goodridge Braided Hoses
Braided brake hoses offer greater performance in extreme conditions. In other words, just when you need them most! Lee’s fitted some to his SHimano XT brakes.
Superstar sintered brake pad review
Four sets of disc brake pads at a bargain price from Superstar. After a summer of use, Dave reckons they’re pretty good.
Michelin AirComp latex inner tubes – Something for the weekend, sir?
Colin takes up the fight against flats with Michelin AirComp latex inner tubes.
Selle Italia Max Flite Gel Flow saddle review
The Selle Italia Max Flite Gel Flow saddle is a pretty clever piece of kit, but as this review shows, it doesn’t suit everyone.
Shimano Alfine rear hub review
A review of the Shimano Alfine internally geared hub, as fitted to Tony’s Inbred 456 mountain bike.
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Linkage
MTB links in Surrey - homepage
- Cycleworks
- Diary Of A Mountain Biker
- Head for the Hills
- Hurtwood Control Trust
- Mole Valley Cycling Forum
- Redlands trails
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