Jamie Darlow

Front Section Editor

More than just an XC tyre, the Ikon has loads of sidewall protection and grip - £49.99

A light, trail-friendly tyre specifically for the rear wheel - £40

Bike of the year test, riding across the UK from Yorkshire to Devon, advice on how to service your headset and shock, technique masterclass and loads more

Called Adventure X, the mass-start ride will take place in wild, exposed forest and moorland trails of the Galloway Gallop, right next to one of this magazine’s favourite 7Stanes trail…

The case for Weight The setup weighs less. Yes tubeless tyres weigh slightly more but that’s offset by ditching your inner tubes, which weigh around 300g. Weight comes off the…

MBR August 2014: from Lakes-style riding in the Howgills to 120mm trail forks test, the latest issue of mbr is crammed with features, reviews and techniques to let you Just…

Lapierre's 2015 MTB lineup is looking good, here are five reasons to love the French brand’s mountain bikes in 2015 (and one reason to loathe them too)

More commonly know as DXs, the Shimano AM45 shoe is now a classic trail shoe for UK mountain bikers, offering a good combination of weather proofing, comfort and pedalling efficiency.