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Fox Ranger 3L Water Pant review
You might not be able to tell from the pictures but the Fox Ranger 3L Water Pant doesn’t have typical nylon trouser construction, it’s more of a softshell.
Bell Sixer MIPS helmet review
The Bell Sixer enduro helmet offers goggle compatibility, adjustable visor height, an integrated camera mount, 26 vents and four brow ports.
Maxxis Assegai tyre review
The pure grip of the Maxxis Assegai is unquestionable. There’s a less on/off and almost relaxed feel in turns compared to the iconic Minion DHR II.
£37-per-bottle Ceramicspeed UFO lube saves you watts for 300km
With new Ceramicspeed UFO chain lube you can save valuable watts and extend the riding life of your drivetrain’s components.
Accu-Gage Low Pressure Gauge review
If I had a penny for every time I’ve checked the tyre pressures on a bike in the past 25 years I could easily retire. Why am I so obsessed…
NS Bikes Define AL 150 first ride review
The NS Bikes Define AL 150 range shares the same frame as its AL 130 stablemate - what difference will the extra travel make on the trails?
Scott’s Future Pro Ransom is a proper kids enduro rig
Access to a great enduro bike, should never be limited by rider size. For those daring mountain bikers still in their pre-teen growth phase, Scott has now delivered a new…
Santa Cruz Bullit CC X01 RSV (2021) first ride review
The Santa Cruz Bullit is back! Hot on the heels of the Heckler MX is their heaviest hitting e-bike with 170mm travel, Shimano EP8 motor and mullet wheels.
Vitus E-Sommet VRX (2021) first ride review
Vitus E-Sommet VRX is an enduro ready e-bike with progresive sizing and geometry. New frame design with Shimano EP8 motor and integrated 630Wh battery.
CZR is WTB’s new 4D carbon rim
WTB has updated its premium mountain bike rim offering with some new carbon hoops. Read more: Best mountain bike wheels in 2021, aluminium and carbon options The Californian brand’s rims…
Santa Cruz Heckler updated with EP8 motor and mullet wheels
Barely out of the blocks, Santa Cruz's Heckler ebike gets mid-season update with mixed 'MX' wheel sizes and Shimano's new EP8 motor.
Calibre Triple B Pro is a bargain 27.5 trail bike
Calibre has carved a deserved reputation for budget bikes that ride like something twice the price. As new bike deals flood the market this November, Calibre has reacted with a…
2021 Vitus ebikes: E-Sommet mixed wheel sizes and Shimano EP8 motor
E-Sommet is an e-bike that mixed its wheel sizes for more speed and stability, especially on steeper terrain, powered by Shimano's latest mid-drive motor.
MBR December 2020
Want the latest MBR delivered to your door every month? Check out our latest subscription offer, or try MBR’s digital editions on iPad, Android, Kindle and more… The latest issue of MBR is…
Merida does the ‘downcountry’ thing with its new Ninety-Six
Merida might be one of the world’s largest mountain bike brands, but they have made their loyal XC dual-suspension followers wait for a downcountry bike. Merida Ninety-Six With the latest…
Fox 36 Factory GRIP2 fork review
The Fox 36 is one of the longest serving forks on the market has had a huge overhaul for 2021 and is now totally different, in and out.
Roost every berm with these new Specialized 2FO kicks
Specialized has released its introduced 2FO Roost shoe range, with both clipless and flat options. The design objective with these new Specialized shoes, was to create something that functioned with…
12 most exciting mountain bikes coming in 2021
Ultralight racing snakes, bargain full-sus, quieter, lighter, more efficient e-bikes. With trends like these, there's lots to look forward to in 2021.
Got your first proper mountain bike this year? Five essential upgrades
If you were lucky enough to get a new bike during the lockdown bike boom, here are some ideas to make you ride even better.