New 12-speed groupsets aim to claw back ground from SRAM - we ride the new XT drivetrain and brakes
Mountain Bike Rider
How to get started on racing enduro
How to train, when to push hard and how to get your head right for racing, with enduro superstar Jerome Clementz.
Merida launch totally revamped eOne-Sixty
We really liked the original Merida eOne-Sixty when it was released a few short years ago. It was pretty much the first longer travel eBike that felt right and showed…
Aaron Gwin’s Intense M29 race bike stolen in Scotland
Gwin's challenging start to the season continues with the news that someone has stolen one of his Intense M29 race bikes whilst the team was in Edinburgh.
First ride on the £9k Pivot Shuttle Team 20kg 29er e-bike
Can the Pivot Shuttle match the Specialized Turbo Levo on performance? And what does spending a staggering £10k on a bike get you?
Best of British: Whyte
Whyte's bikes have been honed to perfection on some of mbr's very own trails; we head to the Surrey Hills to pick the brains of designer Ian Alexander.
Specialized Epic Comp Evo (2019) review
The Specialized Epic is one of the most famous names in XC racing, right up there with that other Specialized racer, Ned Overend. This Evo model gets more travel and…
It makes me wonder if the Plus-sized tyre thing is just a marketing gimmick?
This month's Star Letter wonders if the whole Plus tyre idea was just a marketing ploy..?
Schwalbe Hans Dampf II tyre review
Schwalbe Hans Dampf II is excellent on the rear now the tread is 50% bigger with more spaced out knobs for faster mud clearing and more bite.
MSC Gripper Pro tyre review
At £38 for twin compound, All-Mountain casing, MSC Gripper Pro, the pricing is competitive. There’s also slurpier-edged triple compound model for £10 more.
Bontrager XR5 Team Issue tyre review
The new Bontrager XR5 model we’ve tested in SE (Super Enduro) casing comes in 2.6in size with a lighter carcass under the ‘XR’ (trail) name.
Will mountain bikers actually get Scottish-style trail access in Wales?
Mountain bikers could be riding on footpaths and open access (CROW) land in Wales as the government said it is now working towards changing access rights.
Scott have bought into Bold Cycles
Scott are now the majority shareholder in the hidden-shock bike brand Bold Cycles. Which begs the question, why?
Trek Top Fuel gets longer travel, radder geometry and 170mm dropper post
Trek Top Fuel gets updated with longer travel, all-new geometry suited to racing and trail riding, contemporary cockpit, longer droppers and more.
Five routes to break up a sweltering ride with a dip in cool, clear water
There’s nothing better than taking a break from a hot dusty trail to immerse yourself in cool, clear water. Here are a few of our favourite routes.
The Dirt Factory indoor bike-park officially opens this weekend
Ride the park, meet Red Bull athlete Matt Jones, jump on an airbag, jib with 50:01 crew members and more. Families, spectators and dogs on leads welcome.
Five things learned from Albstadt (and what to expect at Nove Mesto this weekend)
The first round of the World Cup in Albstadt offered drama, surprises, close racing, challenging weather and difficult conditions.
“It would try to jackknife me into corners!” – Danny MacAskill on Danny Daycare
Danny MacAskill has dropped another banger. Danny Daycare premiered on May 20 and has since been viewed well over 2million times.
Is the £11,800 Pivot Mach 4 SL the most expensive off-the-peg mountain bike yet?
The new Pivot Mach 4 SL is a no-compromise XC race bike that is lighter than Nino Schurter's Scott Spark RC 900 SL... with an eye-watering price tag.
DH racing with a difference: Alpinestars MTB Trail Attack at Antur Stiniog June 30th
Alpinestars announce MTB Trail Attack is back at a new location. This year Antur Stiniog will host a full day of exciting racing on Sunday 30th June.