The Fork Cork takes the concept of storing spares and tools in your steerer tube and flips it on its head. Quite literally.
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Watch us put the EVOC Explorer Pro backpack through its paces
New EVOC Explorer Pro hydration pack promises comfort and stability in challenging terrain, with sufficient load-lugging capacity for Alpine adventures.
DMR Sled vs YT Jeffsy vs Identiti Mettle
Sled v Jeffsy v Mettle: these all-rounder dream machines need to handle every type of terrain with a special emphasis on slaying the downhill sections.
YT Industries Jeffsy CF Pro Race 27 (2017) review
The Jeffsy CF Pro Race 27 takes the stock 27 platform and pumps the travel up to 160mm. It’s something of a lone wolf within the Jeffsy 27 range.
Identiti Mettle GX review
The Identiti Mettle GX enduro bike is a sturdy unit, and it benefits from SRAM’s latest RockShox Deluxe shock and wide-range GX Eagle drivetrain.
DMR Sled review
On small to medium hits, the back end of the 160mm travel DMR Sled feels amazing with a RockShox Monarch RT3 shock takes care of damping duties.
Manon Carpenter quits downhill racing
Shock announcement from Radon that Manon Carpenter is retiring from downhill racing citing she "doesn't want to take the risks involved anymore".
2018 Niner AIR 9 is another 29 or 27.5+ bike
The new Niner AIR 9 sees the bike grow longer and accept fatter tyres. An interesting mix of evolution and revolution from the cult US brand.
Race Face Stage short review
The Race Face Stage is a short for all seasons. It’s made from a mix of Polyester, Nylon and Spandex so it’s lightweight, breathable and stretches easily.
Olympic champ to miss World Champs due to sponsor conflict
2016 Olympic gold medallist Jenny Rissveds won't be at Cairns XC World Champs next month due to conflict with Swedish Cycling sponsor deal.
Bell Super DH 2-in-1 helmet: DH certified with removable chin bar
The Bell Super DH takes the removable chin bar helmet into breezier and better looking territory. Big mountain helmet that doesn't look, well, big.
New Specialized Command Post IRcc WU tilts as it drops
New dropper post tilts the saddle nose up as the saddle drops. Here's all you need to know about the Specialized Command Post IRcc WU.
2018 Specialized Enduro: longer reach and adjustable geometry
Changes to the 2018 Specialized Enduro include a lengthened top tube and a flip-chip adjustment to change head angle and BB height.
Arrivals: This week’s new stuff in for review
For those of you who can’t wait until the reviews come out in the magazine or go up online, here’s another in our new series of pre-emptive peeks into recent…
Why next month’s Gnar PMBA Enduro is not like any other enduro
Round 4 of the 2017 PMBA Enduro series once again visits the tight and twisted Gnar Bike Park for fresh cut loam and dare-you doubles.
Do you buy parts online and get your local bike shop to fit them?
A bike shop's #buyonlinefitlocal marketing campaign has people talking about the realities of mixing internet retail with bike shop workshop jobs.
Mountain biker killed by lightning strike
24-year-old man struck and killed by lightning last Sunday whilst on a mountain bike ride with his girlfriend in Telluride, Colorado.
Speaking to the brains behind the Canyon Dis\Connect system
An interview with Canyon engineer Lorenz Lay about the innovative Canyon Dis\Connect system that stops your gears messing up your rear suspension.
Dirty Deals Clothing Special: all at least 50% off!
A stonkingly huge collection of jaw-dropping better-than-half-price deals on top quality mountain biking clothing, shoes and protection.
B’Twin Rockrider 560 first ride
With mbr’s Hardtail of the Year test still fresh, it's impossible not to compare the B’Twin Rockrider 560 with the winning bike, the Vitus Nucleus 275 VR.