Mountain bikers who desire a multi-purpose flat pedal shoe, might find their requirement rhyming with Specialized’s latest product update. The Californian cycling company has launched the 2021 model year Rime,…
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Here’s where I’m going when lockdown ends
Contrary to what a lot of people seem to already think, lockdown is not over. You can't travel to ride. And you can't ride in groups of three or more.…
True blue trail upgrade for Hamsterley
Mountain bikers in the North East of England could have some new trails added to a popular forest riding venue. Proposals have been delivered for an upgrade of the Hamsterley…
Sonder Dials value into this XC hardtail
Sonder has added to its value mountain bike portfolio with a new Dial XC-orientated hardtail. The Dial is designed to devour miles and respond snappily when threading along flowing singletrack…
Canyon Torque:ON 9 first ride review
Canyon Torque:ON 9 is Canyon's newest electric mountain bike boasts both catlike agility and big travel… can it really balance both?
Stif Squatch Pro: first ride review
Stif Squatch Pro is a progressive hardtail with a steel frame and super-low bottom bracket height, 29in wheels with 2.6in tyres enhance grip and comfort.
GG Trail Pistol goes full carbon
Guerrilla Gravity is finally offering what fans of the Coloradan boutique mountain bike brand have been hoping for: full composite frames. Since transitioning from metal to carbon-fibre construction a bit…
Current best mountain bike knee pads deals
They are pretty much part of the MTBer's uniform, here's our pick of the best mountain bike knee pads deals from the best online cycling retailers.
Get a foot out with these 2FO DH kicks
Specialized has added new DH variants to its 2FO shoe range. For those riders who race downhill or desire a shoe to conquer the most technical descending terrain, at speed,…
Jeffsy becomes first YT to use Core numbers
YT has announced a change in the naming convention of its mountain bikes and move away from model year updates. The German customer-direct brand will replace the traditional spec grades…
My favourite ten seconds of mountain biking
What's your favourite bit of trail? That's right, "bit of trail". I'm not talking about whole trails. It's relatively easy to pick your favourite whole trail I think.
Lincolnshire bike park in the works
Lincolnshire mountain bikers might soon gain a great new riding venue. The East Midlands lacks a dedicated bike park, combining progressive trails and features, in a single network. Louth local,…
Metal Capra proves less can be more
YT has added two new metal derivatives of its Capra enduro bike. The German brand says that demand for the Capra platform in a more affordable material composition has prompted…
RockShox SID Ultimate review
We've been ripping around on the new RockShox SID Ultimate fork and SIDluxe shock for a few months now fitted to a sexy Mondraker F-Podium.
Get started on: understanding concussion
Concussion is tricky to diagnose but should never be ignored; EWS’s new pocketbook is a great way to educate yourself.
Current best mountain bike handlebars deals
The best mountain bike handlebars deals in alloy or carbon, both clamps sizes (31.8, 35mm) and in all rise heights (15 to 50mm). Not only that, all the bars are…
Hot stuff: what we’re excited about this month
Hot stuff: what we’re excited about this month: secret saucy suspension forks, fluffy layers, open back knees, Jackal hats, hose, hooligans, ropey kids and more.
Scott Trail Storm WP Pant review
It’s rare that Scott gets it wrong with its clothing, but I guess the Scott Trail Storm WP Pant is the exception that proves the rule.
Crank Brothers Stamp Lace shoe review
The upper of the Crank Brothers Stamp Lace is dialled, but still needs the rubber to match if it wants to steal a bit of Five Ten’s flat-pedal thunder.
Evans Cycles to cut 300 staff and put remaining on zero-hours contracts
According to reports in The Guardian, the Frasers Group-owned bike shop chain is expected to axe hundreds of jobs and move the remaining workers to zero-hours contracts.