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Muddyfox Milano Road review

Muddy Fox was the first name in British mountain biking in the early 1980s. These days, Muddyfox (one word) are an arm of Universal Cycles and their bikes are sold in boxes, so you’ll at least need to be able to wield a set of Allen keys.

• Frame and fork: It’s good to see clearance for mudguards or tyres up to 28mm and the long frame provides plenty of toe room. The chromoly fork is a nice touch as well (7/10)
• Handling: The stretched position will suit aggressive riders and would-be racers, but isn’t so comfortable for day-long rides (7/10)
• Equipment: Sora derailleurs are the spec’s high point, although the 52/42 chainset makes hills unnecessarily hard. At 42cm wide and 31.8mm in diameter, the handlebar suits stronger cyclists (7/10)
• Wheels: Well tensioned and true, with acceptable rims and hubs for the price. Fitting decent budget tyres such as Continental’s Ultra Sports would be a big boost (7/10)

The frame is made of 7005 aluminium, which is slightly stronger than 6061 but doesn’t weld quite so well. However, there are big weld areas at the head tube and bottom bracket, courtesy of a flared top tube and a down tube with…