It’s been a full decade since Hope launched its F20 flat pedal. Ample time, then, to iron out the problems with the old design, and come up with an improved…
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The best mountain biking books to keep you entertained
If you're planning on being at home a bit more then chances are you'll end up needing some new books to read. Here are the best mountain biking books.
Britain’s best flow trails
The wind rushing past your ears, the ground zooming below your tyres, you pump and turn and rail and generally feel like a hero. The best flow trails can provide…
Best mountain bike cranks: single ring chainsets for all riders
It’s easy to underestimate the importance of the best mountain bike cranks – and the better they are, the easier they are to forget.
Best women’s e-bike: buyers guide to women-specific e-MTBs
Looking for the best women's ebike is tricky as there aren’t many e-bikes designed for women. But Gaint Liv and Scott Contessa buck the trend.
Specialized Trail Rain waterproof jacket review
Specialized’s Trail Rain jacket is a 2.5-layer option with a polyester face fabric bonded to a waterproof and breathable membrane. This is less breathable than the three-layer Rapha Trail Gore-Tex…
Altura Ridge Thermal Waterproof trousers review
It’s that time of year when the keenest riders keep on getting out regardless, but the rest of us need some extra motivation to tackle freezing cold and soaking wet…
The best MTB frame protection kits and chainstay protectors
Quieten your ride and protect your paint by using some of the best chainstay protectors — here’s our pick, plus a DIY option you can hack from an old tyre.
Jamis Faultline A1 review
The Jamis Dakar has always been a strong contender in our entry-level, budget full-suspension bike test. But with the category shifting to embrace the improved rollover and stability that bigger…
Giro Blaze winter boots review
In the past, pulling a neoprene bootie over your shoe was a cheap way to get winter protection. The Giro Blaze is more sophisticated and a lot more expensive, but…
Shimano MW7 XC winter boots review
We were really impressed with the Shimano MW7, and it proved to be one of the best winter boots on the market. Like the Giro Blaze, the Shimano MW7 XC…
Best bike locks, and top tips for avoiding bike theft
Rated: four of the best mountain bike locks. We’ve probably all suffered from scallywags stealing bikes, or know someone who has. Here's how to prevent it.
Rapha Trail Gore-tex Infinium Jacket
The Rapha Trail is a new contender for the best mountain bike waterproof jacket and uses the highly breathable and water-resistant Gore-Tex Infinium fabric, but also features the company’s C-Knit…
Brilliant money saving tips for mountain bikers
The outdoors may be technically free, but mountain biking is becoming an increasingly expensive way to access it. With the cost of living rising in almost every area, we’re all…
MBR February 2023 – 285
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.…
Insta360 Go 2 action camera review
Traditionally, the go to product for mountain bikers looking for the best action camera has been the GoPro. But Insta360 has been chipping away at the GoPro faithful recently thanks…
Polygon Siskiu T8 29 review
The Polygon Siskiu is a hard hitting 29er trail bike with 135mm of travel and a 140mm fork. Dig a little deeper however, and you quickly discover that this isn’t…
Birzman Disc Brake Piston Pusher review
What do you use to reset your pistons in your disc brakes? Big screwdriver, maybe a thin cone spanner or even a wood chisel, which was recommended by a member…
Syncros IS Cache CO2 bottle cage review
If I tell you that IS stands for ‘Integrated Storage,’ you’ll have a good understanding of what the Syncros IS Cache CO2 is all about. It’s a nylon bottle cage…
Best hydration packs for mountain biking: small, medium and large backpacks
Find the best hydration packs with our grouptest that compares hydration packs and bladders from mid-size through to all-day ride capacity.