Riser bars might be something of a rarity on new bikes, but ultra-progressive geometry might trigger a revival of demand. With the standardisation of 29er wheels, most bikes gained an…
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7Mesh Copilot jacket review
7Mesh CoPilot jacket is designed for when you want to pack your mac and just whip it out for a sudden shower; something lighter weight and more breathable.
Ohlins RFX 36 M2 suspension fork review
Available with either an air or coil spring, this Ohlins RFX 36 M2 is Öhlins latest 36mm stanchioned fork. It uses a twin-tube TTX 18 damper.
Danny MacAskill vs Brandon Semenuk: when legends collide
The inaugural 'X Games Real MTB' competition is a virtual vlog-off between several off the world's biggest and best mountain bike tricksters and freeriders.
Trek E-Caliber 9.9 XTR: first ride on £10,750 XC e-racebike
The new Trek E-Caliber 9.9 XTR electric XC mountain bike has got the looks, spec and price to turn heads and could be a glimpse into the e-bike future.
Would you take our £100 cheap-bike challenge?
How much fun can you have off-road for £100? We scoured eBay, rooted through junk shops and called in some favours to find out.
Endura MT500 Burner Pant II review
2019 was the year of the trouser. Tapered, lightweight riding pants were everywhere. I was something of a long kecks latecomer, but I am now fully sold on both the…
Ion Shelter Softshell Pants review
We’ve tried most riding trouser options on the market, and these Ion Shelter Softshell Pants are a relatively new addition to try.
IXS Trigger Pant review
The IXS Trigger Pant is from their performance Race range, which means it’s designed for downhill but you’d be mistaken if you thought this meant it was heavy or overly…
Barel developing Pirelli gravity range
Pirelli has a tyre technology legacy that dates to 1872, but its presence in mountain biking is a lot more recent. Despite numerous successes in motorsport, Pirelli only delivered its…
5 ways to carry essential tools and spares on your bike
There’s a constantly expanding range of clever storage solutions on the market that allow you to streamline your gear and go backpack-free.
Mountain bike history: world’s first carbon monocoque mountain bike
We get a peek into mountain bike history as Chris Hornzee-Jones shows us the world's first carbon monocoque mountain bike that was first designed in 1992.
Most worthwhile upgrades for your ebike
Here are the top ten items we think make for the most worthwhile upgrades for your electric mountain bike.
Make your Meta more mega
Those hardworking Washingtonians at Cascade Components have produced two new suspension links, for those committed tinkerers. Commencal’s Meta AM and the Transition Scout gain these latest rear suspension rocker link…
10 ways to get more range out of your e-bike
E-bikes do more miles than regular bikes but e-bikers still want more! Here's how to get the most from your battery and most from your motor.
Dirty Deals 183: Fox jerseys, Oakley Jawbreakers, DMR Vaults and more!
The 183rd edition of our globally renowned Dirty Deals series features jerseys, sunnies, flatties, big forks, knee sleeve, baggies and Eagles.
Hunt the trail with these new V2 wheels
Carbon-fibre rims might be light and strong, but for mountain bikers on a budget, also unaffordable. If you are in the market for some new enduro or trail specification wheels,…
Atherton A150 Build 1: first ride review
The Atherton A150 Build 1 is a 150mm travel 29er enduro bike from the fastest family in mountain biking. Prices start from £5,500.
Ribble launches new store and trail hardtails
Most mountain bike brands measure their legacy in decades, but Ribble is bit different. The company has celebrated its 125-years in cycling by opening a new physical retail store, whilst…
11 products every mountain biker needs
We've brought together our must-have products that will allow you to enjoy each ride that little bit more and maximise your time on the bike.