The transition from Junior to Elite couldn’t have gone smoother for Jordan Williams, who took his first elite win in the first race of his first season in the senior…
Mountain Bike Rider
GT Sensor Carbon Pro LE first ride review
So it’s been three decades since GT Bicycles was THE mountain bike suspension brand of choice, with its RTS, LTS and STS designs ridden to countless race and championship wins…
SRAM GX Eagle AXS T-Type transmission first ride review
SRAM follows up the release of its impressive XX, XX SL, and X0 T-Type drivetrains with a more affordable GX offering that brings the same secure connection, robust construction and…
Fox Union Flat shoes review
Fox might be better known for its riding apparel and helmets, but it’s no stranger to footwear. Not only has the brand been making motocross boots for ages, it also…
Madison Zenith 4-Season Trousers review
No one likes getting caught short out on the trail, but carrying a load of extra waterproof clobber in a backpack can also be a real drag. Madison’s new Zenith…
Abus MoDrop MIPS Quin helmet review
This extended coverage MoDrop helmet is part of Abus’ latest line-up of three open face lids. The German brand might be better known for protecting bikes from thieves than noggins…
Best mountain bike protection gear for kids: helmets, knee pads, shoes and more
With an increasing range of the best kids mountain bikes out there, you can set your little ones up for serious fun on the trails. But they have to stay…
These trails will take you out into the back-o-beyond
Sometimes, you just want to be alone. Or with a few good friends. Just you, your bike, the trail, and the vast landscape all around you. Away from the hoardes…
The Bluegrass Vanguard Core helmet delivers the highest level of performance and protection
Protection, style and design: the new Bluegrass Vanguard Core mountain bike helmet doesn’t just meet these parameters – it goes above and beyond them. Designed for mountain bikers and eMTB…
All Mountain Style Cero grips review
These All Mountain Style lock-on grips are designed in Spain by Cero Designs. Cero is a design team led by top ex-World Cup downhiller Cesar Rojo, a man who’s responsible…
Madison Crypto Glasses review
It’s fair to say there’s a correlation between how fast you ride and the size of your eyewear. Downhillers go flat out, so wear full goggles, and since some trail…
Off-piste trails: reckless vandalism, or the future of MTB?
Cheeky. Secret. Natural. Unsanctioned… Illegal? Whatever you want to call them, we nearly all ride these trails. They’re more prolific than ever and frankly, from a pure riding point of…
Industry Nine 1/1 Enduro wheels
This complete enduro wheelset comes from American brand Industry Nine, whose reputation was built making its hubs in-house in North Carolina. The 1/1 model here is the brand’s more affordable…
Best mountain bike clothing for kids
To match the increasing number of kids mountain bikes available on the market, there has been a welcomed increase in the range of kids clothing for small rides right through…
Find your FlowState at Dyfi Bike Park this summer
If you like your bike park tracks long, scenic and built for flow, you’re going to love the newest addition to Dyfi Bike Park in Wales, UK. FlowState is a…
American Classic Tectonite EN tyre
Founded around 40 years ago in the infancy of our sport, American Classic has been around a good while. Initially making frames and lightweight components, its reputation in this country…
Continental Argotal Enduro Soft tyres
This Argotal is one of Continental’s latest range aiming to bring the brand back to the top of the gravity tyre game. After a period of not having quite the…
How to bunny hop a mountain bike
Learning how to bunny hop and quickly create lift will allow you to smooth out trails by using obstacles to your advantage, as well as impressing mates.
Here’s how to brake better and go faster
Knowing when to brake can give you the control to go faster. We uncover the science behind braking. Here's how to brake better.
Structure your training week to go hard at the weekend
It’s easy to convince yourself that you don’t have time to train. But it’s often not entirely the case. Don’t believe me? Okay, stop reading this, pick up your phone,…