Some of the fastest EWS racers helped develop these Michelin Wild Enduro. They’re end specific, with different treads and construction per wheel.
Mick Kirkman
Contributor/tester
Goodyear Newton Premium tyre review
Goodyear's four-tyre range from pure XC models up to these Goodyear Newton Premium tyres, more suitable for trail and enduro riding.
Maxxis Aggressor tyre review
Maxxis Aggressor is targeted as a bit of a do-it-all tyre, but has gained most popularity as a rear option, especially for hard-packed and dusty trails.
Kenda Hellkat Pro ATC tyre review
The designed-for-downhill Kenda Hellkat is now available with a more trail-friendly, dual-compound ‘ATC ‘casing that’s almost 250g lighter.
Continental Trail King tyre review
Continental Trail King looks familiar, but shoulder blocks are reshaped and jut out at a better angle as a result of a more rounded inflated shape.
Bontrager XR4 Team Issue tyre review
The Bontrager XR4 Team Issue has always claimed to be a bit of an all-rounder that can handle loose, rocky, rough, wet or dry trails.
First look at the new Merida One Twenty
Merida now has a posse of models sharing the same gene pool, including the One Sixty and One Forty, the eOne Sixty and this latest One Twenty.
Truvativ Descendant DH 35 handlebar review
The Truvativ Descendant DH 35 bar is part of a fleet of bigger bore models in both carbon and alloy, with plenty pro rider signature geometries and widths.
Chromag Fubar OSX 35 handlebar review
With this Chromag Fubar OSX 35 handlebar Chromag now offers a full 800mm wide alloy bar using the oversized 35mm bar bore.
EVOC Hip Pack Race 3L review
EVOC Hip Pack Race 3L has a roomy 3l of cargo space. It’s well organised with a main chamber that houses a reservoir and larger clothing or pumps.
Camelbak Repack LR 4 review
The Camelbak Repack LR 4 is their second attempt at an enduro-style bum bag. The brand have clearly learnt lessons from its older Palos LR 4.
EVOC Bike Travel Bag Pro review
EVOC Bike Travel Bag Pro is a firm staff favourite here at mbr. It’s solid and secure with the quickest and best internal bike retention system.
Specialized Command IRCC dropper post review
Specialized has a long dropper post heritage and has evolved its range to the point where the latest Specialized Command IRCC dropper is pretty bombproof.
Manitou Jack dropper post review
Fresh for 2018 is the all-new Manitou Jack dropper for £300. It’s a collaboration between the engineers at component brand Answer and Manitou.
Crank Brothers Highline Dropper post review
Crank Brothers Highline is a totally new design. Crank Brothers are so confident about the performance that it’s offering a three-year guarantee.
Newmen Evolution SL A30 wheelset review
Bavarian component company Newmen is only a couple of years old, but has serious pedigree. Michael Grätz, who started Syntace and Liteville heads it up.
Sweet Protection Bushwhacker II MIPS helmet review
The Sweet Protection Bushwhacker II MIPS is the latest generation trail helmet from the Scandinavian brand. Improved in every way over the original Whacker.
Smith Session MIPS helmet review
Brand new for 2018, the Smith Session MIPS is an all-mountain lid offering Koroyd technology for a cheaper price than its flagship Forefront helmet.
Long story: Behind the scenes access to development of Nukeproof Mega
The suspension may be conceived on a computer screen but it's born on the testing trails of Afan - we witness the labour pains of the Nukeproof Mega.
New full carbon YT Tues downhill bike starts from €3,999
3rd generation of Aaron Gwin’s World Cup winning YT Tues is sleeker than ever with all models now fully carbon – right down to all stays and rocker link.