ED’ S SANTA CRUZ NO MAD SALUMINIUM £4,299

It’s not long until I jet off to Canada to race the Trans BC Enduro, so I’ve been giving the Nomad a bit of TLC to ensure it’s in tip-top shape. I’ve replaced the lower linkage bearings, which had developed a bit of sideways play, and swapped out the rattly SRAM GXP bottom bracket. The RockShox Lyrik RC fork has had a lower-leg service to get it running buttery smooth again, and my old faithful Nukeproof Horizon flat pedals have been treated to new bearings and bushings. If only the bike could stay feeling this good forever! www.santacruzbicycles.com