This summer, the Mountain Bike World Series – as it’s now known – including the XCO (cross-country), DHI (downhill) and enduro racing, will go out live and on-demand on Discovery+,…
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Merida One-Forty 10K first ride review
If first impressions are anything to go by, Merida’s latest logically-named One-Forty trail bike, looks like the kind of do-it-all rig you’d expect from a mainstream brand – with a…
SDG Bel-Air 3.0 saddle review
The new Bel-Air 3.0 was a test winner previously, one of the best mountain bike saddles we’ve tested and, apart from some new colours, it remains unchanged. It still has…
How to endo on a mountain bike
The endo doesn’t just look cool; it’s a next-level skill that has lots of applications. Use it to navigate tight turns and hairpins when descending, or to understanding how far…
Specialized Bridge Comp with Mimic saddle review
There are a couple of Bridge saddles in the Specialized line, the Sport for £40, a standard Comp for £80 and the Comp with Mimic tested here, also for £80.…
Rapha Women’s Trail Lightweight Tank jersey
Forming part of a summer riding offering from Rapha including shorts and trousers, the Trail Lightweight Tank is designed for high summer conditions with a highly considered design but just…
Atherton AM.130.X first ride review
As the best trail bikes become increasingly homogenous, Atherton Bikes’ latest short travel ripper stands out as something unique and exciting. Want to know more about Atherton Bikes? Check out…
Bag a bargain: top-scoring Specialized mountain bikes on sale
If you’re looking for one of the best mountain bikes on the market but you’re also looking to save some cash, what do you do? Check out this list of…
Scott Factor MTB goggles review
If you’re looking for a good pair of budget goggles that outperform their price, the Scott Factor goggle is a really good choice. In fact, Scott’s Factor goggle is by far…
Canyon Torque 29 AL 6 first ride review
There are subtle differences between the best enduro mountain bikes, and the best bike park shredders. So where does the Canyon Torque 29 fit in, exactly? Look at it one…
How to service your OneUp Dropper Post at home
OneUp Components, based in the mountain biking heaven of Squamish, BC, knows a thing or two about components, and they also know a thing or two about riding in inclement…
Unior Tools Pro Home Kit review
Slovenian brand Unior, manufactures bike tools in Europe and has a well-deserved reputation for putting loads back into cycling through supporting events, teams and athletes. This experience of World Cup-level…
Jobsworth Bike Tool Kit 48 piece review
Planet X has a reputation for some of the keenest prices in the cycling industry, so it’s no surprise this Jobsworth box packs 48 tools for under £70. That’s almost…
LifeLine Performance 39-piece tool kit review
LifeLine is one of CRC/Wiggle’s in-house brands, and it offers this comprehensive 39-piece tool box as a one-stop home repair solution. There are some really good tools here, but also…
PRO Starter Tool Kit review
This PRO kit from Shimano’s component division is a compact tool kit, with eleven tools held in a zip/fold-out case. It’s clear from the off that it’s a more up-to-date…
Best women’s mountain bike shorts: multiple styles, fit and sizing
Women's mountain bike shorts tested by Laura Bailey and Rachael Walker. Designed for female MTBers with multiple styles and different fit and sizing.
MBR March 2023 – 286
The latest issue of MBR is out now, and as ever it’s packed full of inspiring ideas and routes to help you find new places to get out and ride.…
Ride Concepts TNT winter shoe review
The Ride Concepts TNT is a downhill boot even though most downhill racers these days are clipped in and the TNT is designed for flats.
Trailblazers: The unique talents of Joe Barnes
There are certain characters in the world of mountain biking that just seem to define a geographical area. To me, Fort William will always be a place where the riding…
Bold Unplugged Pro first ride review
The Bold Unplugged Pro is an enduro bike from the brand famed for its clean, sleek design and hidden shock, and for 2023 it gets a redesigned frame, more travel…