For when Mega just isn't enough, here's the Nukeproof Giga 290 – a 170mm travel 'super-enduro' bike. But is it 1,000 times better? We find out.
Alan Muldoon
Bike Test Editor
Orange Crush MX Pro Ltd: first ride review of new mullet hardtail
The Orange Crush MX is a mullet hardtail that combines the improved rollover of 29in up front with the extra strength and comfort of 27.5 Plus out back.
How to true a bent disc brake rotor
Most rotors will also get worse before they get better, so expect to spend at least 15-20 minutes, maybe longer, on this job.
New Trek Session doesn’t look anything like the previous Session
2021 Trek Session is a 200mm travel 29er DH bike, with high pivot idler design, that can also be configured to run mullet or 27.5in wheels.
Ribble HT 725 Pro Build hardtail mountain bike review
The Ribble HT 725 has a mainframe that's UK-designed Reynolds heat-treated chromoly steel hardtail featuring slack and long geometry.
Ragley Blue Pig hardtail mountain bike review
Dedicated hardtail brand Ragley has all bases covered with the Ragley Blue Pig being the entry-level 27.5in steel offering with regular-size tyres.
Canyon Stoic 4 hardtail mountain bike review
Canyon Stoic frame is constructed from 6061 alloy, there are 3 models to choose from all built using the same frame, of which this Stoic 4 is the flagship.
YT Decoy Elite electric mountain bike review
YT Decoy Elite is an enduro-ready e-bike with top-end build kit, adjustable geometry, full-carbon frame, Shimano E8000 motor with custom 540Wh battery.
Specialized Epic Evo Expert review
Specialized Epic Evo Expert is streets ahead of its rivals in sizing and geometry. Long reach gives you freedom to get creative on any trail.
Merida Ninety-Six 8000 review
Merida Ninety-Six XC full-suspension range gets a fresh look and a down-country makeover. Available in two versions: 100mm RC and a 120mm down-country bike.
Intense Tazer 279 Expert e-bike review
Launched in 2018 the Intense Tazer was ahead of its time and it retains the full carbon frame, progressive sizing, mullet wheels and competitive pricing.
Commencal Meta Power 29 Essential e-bike review
With the Commencal Meta Power 29, you have the battery capacity and the power, but the elevated BB height perches the rider on top, rather than in the bike.
YT Decoy Shred e-bike review
Here’s the YT Decoy Shred: mid-priced mullet bike that comes with a coil-sprung Fox DHX2 shock that’s guaranteed to make it the life and soul of any party.
Radon Render 10.0 e-bike review
What’s changed on the Radon Render 10.0 for 2021? In terms of the frame, not much other than the colour, so it’s still a 140mm travel 29er.
Canyon Spectral:ON CF 8.0 e-bike review
When released, the Canyon Spectral:ON CF managed to shave 1kg off the frame weight compared to the alloy version. That, however, was just the beginning...
Vitus E-Sommet VRX (2021) e-bike review
The Latest Vitus E-Sommet VRX stays true to its enduro roots, but a new frame layout and all the latest e-bike tech bring it bang up to date.
Canyon Spectral 29 CF 8.0 (2021) first ride review
It's been a gaping hole in Canyon's mountain bike range for some time, but now the German direct-sales giant has finally launched a Canyon Spectral 29.
Accu-Gage Low Pressure Gauge review
If I had a penny for every time I’ve checked the tyre pressures on a bike in the past 25 years I could easily retire. Why am I so obsessed…
Vitus E-Sommet VRX (2021) first ride review
Vitus E-Sommet VRX is an enduro ready e-bike with progresive sizing and geometry. New frame design with Shimano EP8 motor and integrated 630Wh battery.
2021 Vitus Escarpe and Sommet build kits will blow your mind
Escarpe and Sommet Vitus mountain bikes get updated suspension layouts and geometry, carbon front ends and impressive build kits yet same killer pricing.