Ben Deakin has raced downhill at the highest level for more than a decade; he’s also a sponsored rider for DMR bikes and a brand ambassador for GoPro, besides others.…
Danny Milner
Editor
Pearl Izumi Elevate kneepad review
Pearl Izumi Elevate pads are a minimal sleeve design, eschewing cumbersome straps or zips in favour of a Lycra sock and wide, elasticated hems.
Shimano EP8 motor first ride: quieter, lighter, smaller and more powerful
Shimano EP8 has sufficient power, a refined engagement, improved software and a really quiet operation, all wrapped up in a lightweight, compact package.
“Perhaps you could find some women and put them in your magazine”
This month's Star Letter wonders just where exactly all the women mountain bikers are in MBR magazine?
Mondraker’s new Podium hardtail claims to be the lightest frame in the world
The XC weight wars are intensifying, with Mondraker becoming the latest brand to step off the scales and claim the title of lightest production mountain bike frame currently on sale.…
BikeYoke goes long with 213mm dropper post and new Triggy Alpha remote
Edging the OneUp dropper by just a few millimetres, the new BikeYoke Revive 213 takes dropper posts to new heights. It’s a useful addition to the BikeYoke range for people…
Intense Cycles and Saddleback part ways
Intense moves to centralised European sales and distribution base in Barcelona.
Vitus E-Escarpe VRX e-bike review
The Vitus E-Escarpe electric mountain bike doesn't get a hidden battery or carbon frame, but it delivers an addictive ride at an impressive price.
New Canyon Sender CFR: mixed wheel sizes and adjustable reach
With a focus on adjustability, the new Canyon Sender CFR lets you tune reach, wheelbase and chainstay length independently.
Fabric FunGuy Grip review
Fabric has a couple of grips with names that reference the humble mushroom: the Fabric Magic, and this, the new Fabric FunGuy.
SKS Airstep Foot Pump review
Mention the words ‘foot pump’ and I’m guessing it’ll conjure up visions of a rattly, sprung-loaded contraption that was always falling over or walking along the pavement as you tried…
Bontrager Rally shoe review
My rides are split between flat and clip-in pedals, and Bontrager Rally shoe has quickly become my favourite clipless footwear, overtaking the Giro Chamber.
New Orbea Alma comes with an optional rigid fork
With the Orbea Alma the company has redesigned its XC race whippet with a new frame, new graphic options, and – if you're hard enough – a rigid fork.
Behind the scenes at Sam Hill’s last gasp victory in 2019 Enduro World Series
The final stage of the final race of the year, and one man stood between Sam Hill and a historic third EWS Championship.
Why don’t flat pedal shoes have the best features of clipless shoes?
This month’s Star Letter asks, not unreasonably: "Where is the variety of technical stuff that companies offer in their ranges aimed at clipless pedals?"
Best places to ride in the World (when lockdown lifts)
We asked various globe-trotting mountain bikers to tell us where they are most looking forward to riding when freedom returns.
Yeti SB115 T1: first ride review
If you like your peaks to appear in a training diary, rather than attached to the front of your helmet, the new Yeti SB115 could be the bike for you.
Bosch Performance Line CX motor gets software update to boost power and enhance flow
Bosch has just announced a software update to its Performance Line CX motor that unlocks more torque and an improved rider experience – and we've ridden it.
13 best places to ride in the UK
Our favourite places to ride in the UK. With the help of mountain biking's most seasoned travellers, we've compiled the ultimate UK trail hit list.
My best trail, as chosen by XC legend Ned Overend
Mountain biking’s movers and shakers select their favourite places to ride. Here’s one such trail in Arizona chosen by 'Deadly' Ned Overend.