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	<title>Rich Owen &#8211; MBR</title>
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		<title>I spent a year testing Merida&#8217;s One-Forty and it&#8217;s one of my favourite trail MTBs – you can now get a third off the usual price in this deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 10 Jan 2025 13:15:05 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>If you're in the market for a new trail bike, Merida's One-Forty is a great option that should be on your radar. There are currently a number of great deals in play where you can get serious savings on various models.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="169" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/01/Merida-One-Forty-300x169.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Merida one-forty 6000 mtb seen from the side on a trail" decoding="async" fetchpriority="high" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/01/Merida-One-Forty-300x169.jpeg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/01/Merida-One-Forty-630x354.jpeg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/01/Merida-One-Forty-1536x864.jpeg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2025/01/Merida-One-Forty-2048x1152.jpeg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="445990" /></figure>Merida&#8217;s One-Forty is an excellent mid-travel trail bike that&#8217;s seriously capable, has a sorted suspension system, and gives a really <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/i-spent-a-year-testing-meridas-one-forty-and-its-one-of-my-favourite-trail-mtbs-you-can-now-get-a-third-off-the-usual-price-in-this-deal-445973">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>I don&#8217;t hit the trails without my Garmin Instinct 2 Solar smartwatch, and it&#8217;s currently at its best ever price in this Black Friday MTB deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 29 Nov 2024 17:59:57 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>Save 30% on the Garmin Instinct 2 Solar smartwatch. It's rugged, looks good and can capture all the ride info you'll ever need.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="169" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-2-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Garmin Instinct 2 Solar on a tree stump with an mbr black friday icon" decoding="async" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-2-630x354.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-2-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-2.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="444468" /></figure>I&#8217;ve been using Garmin smartwatches to capture my ride data, day-to-day health metrics, and record my other activities for several <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/i-dont-hit-the-trails-without-my-garmin-instinct-2-solar-smartwatch-and-its-currently-at-its-best-ever-price-in-this-black-friday-mtb-deal-444466">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Why wait for Black Friday? Get a $61 saving on the excellent Crankbrothers Stamp 7 flat pedals in this deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:55:06 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>Crankbrothers Stamp 7 are some of the best flat pedals I've ever used and you can pick up a pair with over a third off the usual price in this deal.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="225" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-1-300x225.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Crankbrothers Stamp 7 pedals with an MBR deals badge" decoding="async" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-1-533x400.jpg 533w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-1-135x100.jpg 135w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-1-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-1-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/Untitled-1-1-630x473.jpg 630w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="443290" /></figure>If you&#8217;re in the market for a new pair of flat pedals, I reckon Crankbrothers Stamp 7 are a fantastic <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/why-wait-for-black-friday-get-a-61-saving-on-the-excellent-crankbrothers-stamp-7-flat-pedals-in-this-deal-443272">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Get set for winter with Leatt&#8217;s HydraDri 5.0 Mountain Bike Pants – save 30% in this Black Friday deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Nov 2024 08:38:03 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>These heavy weather trail trousers keep the elements at bay while still remaining breathable. You can save up to £57 on a pair in this deal.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="169" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/rjXVGRHirMjKcfhusJT7aB-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Leatt HydraDri 5.0 Mountain Bike Pants" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/rjXVGRHirMjKcfhusJT7aB-300x169.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/rjXVGRHirMjKcfhusJT7aB-630x354.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/rjXVGRHirMjKcfhusJT7aB-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/11/rjXVGRHirMjKcfhusJT7aB-2048x1152.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="443214" /></figure>With foul weather and falling temperatures coming into play, now is a good to time to invest in a decent <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/get-set-for-winter-with-leatts-hydradri-5-0-mountain-bike-pants-save-30-in-this-early-black-friday-deal-443212">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>It&#8217;s the season for filthy bikes, but handily you can save 25% on Muc-Off pressure washers in this Black Friday MTB deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Nov 2024 17:19:21 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>Muc-Off makes pressure washers to suit a range of budgets, and you can pick any one of them up right now with a saving of 25% off the usual price.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="200" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/02/2Q8A7493-1-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Muc-Off Pressure Washer being used to clean a mountain bike" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/02/2Q8A7493-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/02/2Q8A7493-1-601x400.jpg 601w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/02/2Q8A7493-1-630x420.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2020/02/2Q8A7493-1.jpg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="394501" /><figcaption>Muc-Off Pressure Washer Kit
</figcaption></figure>Muddy trails mean mucky bikes, and the post-ride clean is a job that most of us don&#8217;t particularly enjoy. Using <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/muc-off-pressure-washer-early-black-friday-deal-443185">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Looking for a helmet light but don&#8217;t want to spend a fortune? This model is powerful enough for the trails and a proper bargain at less than £45</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Oct 2024 17:00:40 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>We gave the Sigma Buster 700 light 9 out of 10 in our review when it was £69.99, but the price has now dropped to £44.72.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="200" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2021/10/mbr269.grouptest._rz67641-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Sigma Buster 700" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2021/10/mbr269.grouptest._rz67641-300x200.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2021/10/mbr269.grouptest._rz67641-601x400.jpg 601w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2021/10/mbr269.grouptest._rz67641-630x420.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2021/10/mbr269.grouptest._rz67641.jpg 1000w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="411621" /><figcaption>Sigma Buster 700</figcaption></figure>The clocks have changed and dark evenings are upon us. That means now is the time to equip yourself with <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/if-youre-looking-for-a-helmet-light-but-dont-want-to-spend-a-fortune-this-model-is-powerful-enough-for-the-trails-and-a-proper-bargain-at-less-than-45-442942">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The clocks are going back this weekend, but with the Magicshine Monteer 12000 on your bars, who cares? Get the insanely powerful MTB light for 23% less than usual in this deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:00:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>If you're looking to hit the trails after dark, now is the time to get yourself a front light. The Magicshine Monteer 12000 is the most powerful option you can buy and it's currently on offer with a £110 saving.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="200" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/12/Monteer_12000_Front-300x200.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Magicshine Monteer 12000 light" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/12/Monteer_12000_Front-300x200.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/12/Monteer_12000_Front-600x400.jpg 600w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/12/Monteer_12000_Front-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/12/Monteer_12000_Front-630x420.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2023/12/Monteer_12000_Front.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="434391" /><figcaption>Magicshine Monteer 12000 light</figcaption></figure>Riding MTB trails after the sun has gone down is a wildly different experience from hitting them in daylight – <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/the-clocks-are-going-back-this-weekend-but-with-the-magicshine-monteer-12000-on-your-bars-who-cares-get-the-insanely-powerful-mtb-light-for-23-less-than-usual-in-this-deal-442798">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>The Gorewear Lupra is a top-rated MTB jacket for fending off those winter downpours, and it&#8217;s currently at the lowest price I&#8217;ve seen it with a massive 37% off</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rich Owen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Oct 2024 16:57:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>With a regular price tag of £189.99, the Gorewear Lupra is usually a hefty investment, but now you can pick one up for just £119.99 in this MTB jacket deal.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="169" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/uEjhUi5GrkDiSSc4Vmq8vf-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="A model wearing the Gore Lupra jacket in yellow" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/uEjhUi5GrkDiSSc4Vmq8vf-300x169.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/uEjhUi5GrkDiSSc4Vmq8vf-630x354.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/uEjhUi5GrkDiSSc4Vmq8vf-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/uEjhUi5GrkDiSSc4Vmq8vf.jpg 1600w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="442595" /><figcaption>The Gore Lupra jacket is a fantastic all-condition option</figcaption></figure>With winter on the way, now is a good time to pick up a new MTB jacket and the Gorewear <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/gorewear-lupra-mtb-jacket-deal-442462">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Fox&#8217;s Union Flats are some of the best flat pedal shoes I&#8217;ve ever tested and now you can save 35% on a pair in this excellent deal</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 15 Oct 2024 06:01:41 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>If you're in the market for some new flat pedal shoes, Fox Union Flats are up there with the very best around. They're now better still with a hefty 35% saving in this top deal at Go Outdoors. </strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="169" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/Hdi72hJZLMkM3gcb6nxksF-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="The Fox Union Flat Shoe seen from the side on forest floor" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/Hdi72hJZLMkM3gcb6nxksF-300x169.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/Hdi72hJZLMkM3gcb6nxksF-630x354.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/Hdi72hJZLMkM3gcb6nxksF-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/10/Hdi72hJZLMkM3gcb6nxksF.jpg 2000w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="442202" /></figure>The Fox Union Flats are some of the best mountain bike flat-pedal shoes we&#8217;ve ever tested. Danny gave them a <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/foxs-union-flats-are-some-of-the-best-flat-pedal-shoes-ive-ever-tested-and-now-you-can-save-35-on-a-pair-in-this-excellent-deal-442200">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>Santa Cruz ditches the Heckler (and VPP!) for the new Vala: Bosch powered, two flip chips and a smaller battery</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 01 Oct 2024 07:01:52 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>Santa Cruz Vala is a full power e-bike with a 21kg headline weight</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="169" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/20240924_Vala_Launch_Journalists_110r-e1727712265489-300x169.jpg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="Santa Cruz Vala" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/20240924_Vala_Launch_Journalists_110r-e1727712265489-300x169.jpg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/20240924_Vala_Launch_Journalists_110r-e1727712265489-630x355.jpg 630w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/20240924_Vala_Launch_Journalists_110r-e1727712265489-1536x865.jpg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2024/09/20240924_Vala_Launch_Journalists_110r-e1727712265489-2048x1153.jpg 2048w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="441777" /><figcaption>Santa Cruz Vala</figcaption></figure>Santa Cruz has just unveiled the Vala – a brand new all-mountain e-bike that replaces the similarly intentioned Heckler. Instead <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/reviews/electric-bikes/santa-cruz-vala-ebike-first-ride-review">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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		<title>OMG! YT&#8217;s new Szepter is a gravel bike! Full details and first ride impressions&#8230;</title>
		<link>https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/new-yt-szepter-gravel-bike-full-details-and-first-ride-impressions-421680</link>
		
		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Rich Owen]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 03 Nov 2022 15:00:02 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[<p class="entry-lead-paragraph"><strong>The gravity-focused brand makes a bold step into the gravel scene with its latest bike release.</strong></p><figure><img width="300" height="200" src="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/11/A7R2658-300x200.jpeg" class="attachment-medium size-medium" alt="YT Szepter gravel bike" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/11/A7R2658-300x200.jpeg 300w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/11/A7R2658-600x400.jpeg 600w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/11/A7R2658-1536x1024.jpeg 1536w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/11/A7R2658-2048x1365.jpeg 2048w, https://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/11/2022/11/A7R2658-630x420.jpeg 630w" sizes="(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px" data-image-id="421699" /><figcaption>YT Szepter gravel bike</figcaption></figure>After 14 years of producing modern MTB classics such as the Capra and the Jeffsy, YT has turned its attention <a href="https://www.mbr.co.uk/news/new-yt-szepter-gravel-bike-full-details-and-first-ride-impressions-421680">&#8230;Continue reading &#187;</a>]]></description>
		
		
		
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