Two years after unveiling XTR Di2, the Japanese giant has today released details of XT Di2. Electrical cables instead of wire ones. No more mis-shifts. Buzzing. Words by Benjamin Haworth
Mountain Bike Rider
Watch: Wade Simmons on the ‘de-gnarification’ of the North Shore
Is Vancouver’s famous North Shore getting less gnarly? We don’t think so, but that’s not what Wade Simmons found in his latest video. Alright, well you guessed it, it’s a bit…
How to build core strength for mountain biking
What is the core? The core is a buzzword loved by the ‘lifestyle’ industry but is widely misinterpreted. Those of us with medical training tend to avoid ‘core’ and instead…
Watch Claudio’s first track preview of the year
One of our favourite things about the World Cup season are Claudio Caluori’s manic track previews. Every race, the Scott team manager and commentator straps a GoPro to himself and…
Specialized Enduro Expert Carbon 650B Review
Amazing suspension but let down by limited sizing - £4,600
Dyfi bike park: Has Dan Atherton built the UK’s next riding hotspot?
The Dyfi forest has been a mountain biking hub for a few years now with the highly successful Dyfi enduro being a must ride for any budding gravity racer. However,…
How to convert your 29er to a plus bike
Plus bikes promise more grip and a smoother ride… and another hefty credit card bill. But what if there was a cheaper way to go Plus? >>> Click here to…
Loic Bruni reveals custom World Champs demo
We love a custom frame here at MBR and Loic Bruni’s new paint job is right up there with the best of them. Sweet, sweet custom frame for @loicbruni29 for…
Giant Reign 27.5 1 (2016) review
Blisteringly quick but also a barrel of laughs - £3,999
Riders react to the Lourdes World Cup track
The fastest riders on the planet have all been up on the hill today checking out the Lourdes World Cup track. We’ve pulled these reactions straight off the hill and…
Five reasons you should watch the Lourdes World Cup
After months in the racing wilderness our sanctuary has come. As we write, the world’s best riders are inspecting the Lourdes race track ready for round one of the World…
The best trail hardtails
Trail hardtails are evolving and £1,300 will get you one of the latest breed. We test four of the best from GT, Nukeproof, Orange and Whyte.
Ragley Bigwig (2016) review
Great fun, but a little short - £1,549.99
MBR May 2016
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…
Local riders lead funeral procession for fallen Scottish teenage mountain biker
A procession of mountain bikers led the funeral parade of fallen Scottish teenage mountain biker Keiran McKandie on Friday. 16 -year-old McKandie was cycling along the B9010 Kellas to Dallas road at…
Orbea Loki 27+ H10
Let down by tyre choice in UK conditions - £1,519
Fox launches lightest ever 32 fork
Key points New Fox 32, half a pound lighter than predecessor Features slimmed down, stepped design Proces start from £440 A new 32? Yep, Fox has just launched a brand…
Vitus Escarpe VRX longterm review
Need to know 650b trail bike with slack geometry Asymmetric travel: 150mm front, 135mm rear Cutting-edge 1×11 SRAM drivetrain Short stem and RockShox Reverb dropper post What attracted you to…
Canyon launches new carbon Sender downhill bike for under £3,000
Key points New downhill bike from German direct sales brand, designed with help of Fabien Barel Claims to be the most advanced downhill bike ever Available in four sizes, prices start…
Monday Quiz: Who is the best British mountain biker?
Now here’s a quiz that’s sure to get people talking! With the race season about to kick off we thought it was high time to let you guys decide who…