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,…
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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.
Return to the un-climables: enabled by ebikes
Five classic climbs that used to be complete killers. That is until pedal assist electric mountain bikes came along.
Win up to £800 worth of Carbon or Alloy wheels from SILT MTB
SILT MTB might still be a new name to some, but it’s the same creative team behind Scribe Cycling whose road wheels have gained a multitude of high scoring reviews over…
CST tyres prove 26 ain’t dead
If you are looking for a new tyre option, with quality heritage, CST is now selling direct to UK mountain bikers. Although mostly an unknown entity for most UK riders,…
Mini workouts for maximum mountain biking gains
What is a micro workout? It is any workout that you can fit into your daily routine in the time it takes to make a coffee. Think of it as…
Race Face Next SL 35mm bar – at under 200g
Race Face has added a new handlebar to its cockpit component offering, prioritizing lightness and comfort over width. The Next SL is an interesting combination of relatively narrow overall width…
Pole adds more travel with Evolink 1.4
Five years ago the offering of long-reach mountain bikes with giant wheelbases, were rather limited. Pole’s Evolink was a rare instance of futuristic geometry back then, and the Finnish mountain…
7 reasons why 27.5in wheels aren’t dead
Six reasons why 27.5in wheels still deserve space in your garage. Even if it may only be as a rear wheel... Oh dear, did someone say mullets are the future?
My best trail: as chosen by Andy McKenna
Mtb’s movers and shakers select their favourite places to ride
Hot stuff: what we’re excited about this month
Big Es, little lids, not-coffee, bum bags, oily stems, blue pills, scratch itchers, electric saddles and more... Hot stuff: what we’re excited about this month.
7iDP Sam Hill Lite Knee pad review
The 7iDP Sam Hill Lite Knee pad is about as minimal as you can get on a kneepad before you’re simply wearing a knee warmer.
Race Face Roam Knee Guard review
Build quality is great on Race Face Roam Knee Guard, and attention to detail is superb, from the soft terry towelling inside to the ripstop outer material.
New Trek Session doesn’t look anything like the previous Session
2021 Trek Session is a 200mm travel 29er DH bike, with high pivot idler design, that can also be configured to run mullet or 27.5in wheels.
100% Surpass Knee Guard review
The 100% Surpass Knee Guard is one of the burlier kneepads out there, rated to CE Level 2 it’s designed to absorb maximum impact force.
New Atmos XC cockpit bits from Truvativ
Mountain bikers who don’t fancy those super-wide handlebars, now have some new narrow width Atmos options from Truvativ. For XC and trail riders who aren’t keen on 800mm handlebars, Truvativ’s…
Zipp 3Zero Moto wheels: same great rim, faster engaging hub
The Zipp 3Zero Moto rim remains the same, but the hub is entirely new. Higher engagement, better bearings, sealed up for durability, developed in Germany.
Sweet Protection Hunter shorts review
Sweet Protection Hunter shorts do nothing revolutionary, but, subtly revised for 2018, nails the essentials of comfortable fit, durability and looks.