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WHY OUR TESTS ARE THE BEST!
Our technical-editor-in-chief, Rob Weaver, gets new products in as soon as they’re available and coordinates all the testing through our team of tech experts, who have unrivalled knowledge and experience. Every test starts with a detailed product check in the workshop. Next, we hit the trails… hard! We test in real riding conditions, incorporating feedback from multiple riders, and don’t stop until we have the complete picture, no matter how long it takes. Our testing is staunchly independent and not influenced by PR or advertisers (sometimes to their great discomfort). We’re never afraid to tell you the truth.
HOW WE RATE
We base our scores on value for money and performance
RAPHA TRAIL SHORTS
£110 | www.rapha.cc
have done an impressive job with their first foray into mountain bike kit. At £110, these shorts aren’t cheap, but Rapha do include a repair kit and offer a free lifetime repair service for trickier fixes, which adds some value and peace of mind. We really like the tailored, ergonomic cut of the Trail shorts and their generous length, too. They sit just over the knees and work well with pads, but aren’t so baggy that they flap around, even when wet. Alongside the great fit, we really like the lightweight fabric Rapha have used, which helps
