135mm full susser with 29" or 27.5+ tyres - and ANOTHER new rear axle standard!
Mountain Bike Rider
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
Joystick Builder saddle review
The Builder is slightly porky but the price is decent for a quality, durable all-mountain saddle
Fizik Gobi M5 saddle review
If the shape suits, the Gobi M5 is a top quality, lightweight and durable saddle
Ergon SME3-M Comp saddle review
With the deeper channel along the centre, the SME3-M rides cushy and plush
Mavic Quest XA carbon wheelset revealed
Mavic have finally made a carbon wheelset and they’ve upped the width too. Mavic were once the de-facto choice for mountain bikers. Everyone had Mavic rims. But in recent years…
Gnar bike park to open in Cumbria next month
Ben Eggleston quit his day job in 2015 and set about building the sort of bike park that he wished existed in the UK. Ben’s bike park is called Gnar.…