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Mountain Bike Rider
Intense Spider 275C Factory first ride
The Spider 275C scurries uphill over loose and technical terrain with efficiency and reliable traction
Orbea Occam TR H30 (2016) review
With wider Boost hubs, frame and fork, the Occam TR H30 is a solid and stable package that goes exactly where you point it
Öhlins RXF 34 160mm fork first ride
The RXF 34 is Öhlins’s first mountain bike fork. Yes, the Swedish suspension specialist has had retrofit damper cartridges for Fox 40s before, and keen eyes may have spotted its…
Bespoke 3D printed bikes from Robot Bike Co
Custom-built made-to-measure enduro bike offering from new British bike brand
New Pivot Switchblade with Super Boost 157 standard
135mm full susser with 29" or 27.5+ tyres - and ANOTHER new rear axle standard!
Which wheel size is best?
Pro riders and stopwatches hit Bike Park Wales to settle this once and for all
New Trek Fuel EX 27.5 Plus Midfat bike
The new Fuel EX 27.5 Plus ‘Midfat’ version takes the Fuel EX, fattens up the rubber and turns up the Fuel’s descending potential. Trek has had Fuel full suspension bike…
Islabikes reveal new Pro Series of kids bikes
Islabike have announced a range of even lighter, even higher spec bikes called the Pro series. Islabikes started 10 years ago and they specialise in making proper bikes for children.…
11 veteran riders who can still shred with the best of ’em
Here are 11 inspirational year oldies who have matured like fine wines. A great mix of international icons who can still show the young ‘uns a thing or two. Life…
Madison Addict DWR Short review
The perfect baggy for damp UK rides
Merida’s new Big Trail Plus bike
Merida have just sent us some info about some of their new bike models. Amidst all the usual bling XC carbon hardtails was this intriguing Plus bike – the Big…
WTB Volt Race saddle review
We’ve pedalled hundreds of miles on it with zero complaints
Specialized Henge Comp saddle review
Plush and ergonomic and gets plenty of details
SDG Circuit saddle review
The titanium-alloy rails, low weight and excellent performance easily justify the price
Ritchey Trail Comp saddle review
A bargain-priced, stitched and panelled trail saddle with a traditional shape
Pro Vulture CRMO saddle review
Where outright comfort is concerned the Vulture is flexible, soft and cushioned
Nukeproof Vector AM Comp saddle review
Firm but fair, which matches the brand’s enduro and downhill image
Madison Flux saddle review
The performance is so good, most riders in search of a comfy trail saddle need look no further
Kore Durox SL saddle review
Not especially long, wide or tall, but hey, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it