Brilliant fun, simple to repair, cheap to run and with a character all of their own, hardtails are a great option for trail riding.
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Video: Matt Walker sending Fort William
The UCI has confirmed that Leogang will host a limited number of spectators, but that is scant consolation for Fort William fans. By far the…
My best trail: as chosen by Evie Richards
Evie Richards is one of a host of exciting young UK riders, she’s also a Red Bull athlete, Trek XC rider, and already – at…
This weekend you need to pick up just one piece of rubbish
Head out onto your local trails, smell the spring air and enjoy the beauty. That’s all the inspiration you need to pick up just one…
Blackline trail threads from Nukeproof
If the idea of brand matching kit for that Giga or Mega bike appeals, Nukeproof has you covered with some new trail gear. The Blackline…
Canyon’s limited edition MVDP Lux
Tom Pidcock might have put him in the pain cave, but there is no doubting Mathieu van der Poel’s talent on a mountain bike. To…
5 routes near Sheffield, Glasgow, Birmingham, Bath and High Wycombe
The great escape. Turn your back on the city and you’ll find wild riding on your doorstep.
Evans Cycles celebrates 100 years on the high street
Centenary activities are planned for the rest of the year, starting this week with stores across the country being dressed to acknowledge the milestone.
YT launches the new Capra MKIII
Third generation YT Capra moves the needle once again with an asymmetric bracing wing to make space for a full size water bottle.
New Jet 9 RDO wants to fly downhill
Niner has revealed the latest incarnation of its legacy XC bike, the Jet 9 RDO. Although it has historically been the brand’s XC race bike,…
Dirty Deals 187: AXS droppers, Endura layers, 10mm thin flatties and more!
The intrinsic nature of sales is that they don’t last forever. They are on for a limited time. In other words, ACT FAST!
Eight things to stock up on before everything runs out
Contact your local bike shop and clear their shelves because there's a chance you'll struggle to find any of this lot after the summer season.
Dominate downcountry with Reserve 28 XCs
Loyal followers of all things Santa Cruz will know that the company founded its Reserve wheels sub-brand back in 2014. Validated by the antics of…
Tom Pidcock is first UK winner in men’s XC World Cup since 1994
Pidcock's win comes 27 years after the last male World Cup XC winner; Gary Foord's Mammoth Mountain victory in 1994.
SmarTubes from Pirelli
Tubeless tyres and inserts have replaced the need for inner tubes, but the latter remain handy for an emergency. Although most contemporary tubeless rims and…
Specialized Turbo Kenevo SL is 18.8kg electric version of Enduro
Specialized Turbo Kenevo SL is assisted version of popular and capable Enduro and gets the lightweight SL motor, which pumps out 240W with a 320Wh…
Russian fix for Shimano stoppers
Shimano brakes are mighty powerful but some riders find their bite point to be occasionally inconsistent. If you want to ensure the absolute integrity of…
Five must-do routes in Wales
Don’t just head to Wales for the trail centres. As great and convenient as they are, trail centres don't offer what the best Wales routes…
Four of our favourite e-bike routes
Here are four of our favourite e-bike routes that can allow you to take on real mountain riding even if you only have a couple…
Five best secret routes in the Lake District
Even up high, it can sometimes be impossible to get into the flow without stopping to say hello every few minutes. Better to get off…