The first generation Nukeproof Megawatt 297 Factory was one of seven electric mountain bikes that we lined up in the ‘shop-bought’ category within our…
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Gravel bike Vs XC mountain bike: Which is best?
Until very recently, gravel was something you shovelled onto the driveway. Now though, and in case you’ve been burying your head in a pile of…
Fort William Bike Park Opening Jam on August 2nd
Coinciding with the 2023 UCI Cycling World Championships the event will feature a chance for everyone to ride the track, enter competitions and watch pro…
5 minutes with World Cup winner Jordan Williams
The transition from Junior to Elite couldn’t have gone smoother for Jordan Williams, who took his first elite win in the first race of his…
The Bluegrass Vanguard Core helmet delivers the highest level of performance and protection
Protection, style and design: the new Bluegrass Vanguard Core mountain bike helmet doesn’t just meet these parameters – it goes above and beyond them. Designed…
Find your FlowState at Dyfi Bike Park this summer
If you like your bike park tracks long, scenic and built for flow, you’re going to love the newest addition to Dyfi Bike Park in…
How to bunny hop a mountain bike
Learning how to bunny hop and quickly create lift will allow you to smooth out trails by using obstacles to your advantage, as well as…
Here’s how to brake better and go faster
Knowing when to brake can give you the control to go faster. We uncover the science behind braking. Here's how to brake better.
Shuttle up, ride down, repeat: Privateer’s E161 eMTB is built for toughness
With its Shimano EP801 motor, 630Wh battery, alloy frame and aluminium bashguard, Privateer’s new E161 electric mountain bike is designed to survive tough handling. While…
Canyon’s new flat pedals are designed for full send – whatever your shoe size
Flat pedals can win medals, but where they’re consistently popular is on the trail, and Canyon’s foray into flat pedal production comes with the goal…
Northwave’s jerseys offer the performance you need
If you want to have the best experience on your bike, comfort is key, and that comes down to the individual performance of every element…
Be a better rider: how to choose the best line
How to plan ahead on the trails and pick the savviest lines. Ride smarter.
CUBE’s CMPT and Reaction Hybrid bikes offer your ideal route into mountain biking
Fast and technical downhills, exhilarating singletrack, the chance to get off-road and explore the countryside… It’s easy to see why so many riders have been…
Stand down Magic Mary, the new Schwalbe Tacky Chan is here
There’s a new gravity tyre in town. Schwalbe’s new Tacky Chan (pun fans rejoice) has been developed by the Commencal/MucOff team to help some of…
Bosch offers 600 watts of peak power with its new ‘diet’ eMTB motor
Bosch joins the half-fat eMTB motor brigade with the new Performance Line SX; new motor, new battery, new displays and controls, and new features on…
Orange’s Switch 6 gets a whole lot more progressive
From enduro racing to trials riding, the Switch 6 is a popular and versatile beastie, and Orange thought long and hard before messing with a…
Rachel Atherton is back, and she’s got her eyes on the Fort William World Champs
Rachel Atherton needs no introduction. She’s been a fixture on downhill race podiums since her elite career began in the early 2000s, and along the…
The updated E-Zesty is the only bike you need, according to Lapierre
First launched back in 2019, the original E-Zesty was one of the first light assist or ‘diet’ eMTBs. It had a carbon frame, 27.5mm wheels…
Which is the best wheel size? Mullet Vs 29er enduro bike
While the majority of bikes on the market are 29ers, brands are increasingly offering mullet configurations as an alternative. And while the early mixed wheel…