Imagine an e-bike that doesn’t feel like an e-bike. One that allows you to ride higher, further and faster, but still gives you that nimble, playful feeling of an analogue…
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Troy Lee Designs Skyline Short Sleeve jersey review
The Skyline short sleeve top is one of Troy Lee Designs’ most popular riding jerseys, and it’s easy to see why, with a cool, casual style that looks equally good…
Vitus Rapide FS CRX review
The Vitus Rapide is a pure XC race bike, just not in the traditional sense. Yes, it’s got 100mm travel, the full carbon frame weighs only 2,080g and it wants…
The Cane Creek DB Air IL Trunnion shock review
Hand-assembled in the USA, Cane Creek’s latest IL (inline) shock has been updated, and now comes with new Trunnion mount options. Is it good? Let’s just say it’s now got…
Best mountain bike rear shocks: air and coil rear suspension buyer’s guide
The best rear shocks for mountain bikes come in all shapes and sizes. In other words, the riding you do, where you ride, how you ride and how you want…
7Mesh Optic Shirt 3/4 review
Based in Squamish, BC, 7Mesh hails from one of mountain biking’s meccas. It’s also a harsh place to ride, with hot summers and cold, wet winters that test clothing to…
MBR September 2022 – 280
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.…
Maxxis Forekaster: the ultimate downcountry tyre
The new Maxxis Forekaster tyre is evolution in action. Built for aggressive XC and downcountry riding in loose or wet conditions, it combines just the right blend of features to…
Classic Surrey Hills mountain bike trails damaged by fires
Several classic mountain bike trails, including Summer Lightning, in the Surrey Hills near Dorking, UK, have been damaged or destroyed by wildfires. Located on Coldharbour Common, the fire broke out…
ARC8 Evolve FS first ride review
This new featherweight whippet from little-known brand ARC8 aims to compete with the best XC race bikes on the market. And with progressive sizing, low mass and some clever engineering,…
Ragley’s new range takes you to hardcore hardtail heaven at down to earth prices
Ragley is no stranger to winning MBR’s best hardtail bike tests thanks to a well honed knowledge of what makes a great hardcore hardtail. And its latest range consolidates that…
Rocky Mountain unveils new Technical Collection clothing line
Canadian bike brand Rocky Mountain has just released a new range of technical bike wear, developed in-house and boasting a range of fabrics and features designed for the rigours of…
Rapha Women’s Trail Fast and Light shorts review
The fairly recent entry of Rapha into mountain biking kit raised a few eyebrows, but scroll back through the MBR reviews and you’ll see that their offerings have well and…
Trek Roscoe 6 review
Launched back in 2019, the Trek Roscoe 6 is definitely showing signs of ageing. Yes, it’s had a fresh lick of paint and some specification updates since then, the biggest…
Long Live Chainsaw film now free to watch
An incredible rider, a total character, a man driven by his love of the sport, and beloved by others, who rose from tough beginnings to global renown. Long Live Chainsaw…
Nukeproof Blackline Women’s Trail Pants review
Nukeproof Blackline Trousers dropped in 2019 and quickly became a firm favourite, but it’s taken until 2022 for them to add a women’s specific offering to the range. And what…
Sweet Protection Trailblazer helmet review
For the last couple of years, I’ve ridden a Sweet Protection Trailblazer helmet whenever I’m not in a full-face lid or reviewing a rival product. It’s become my go-to and…
Specialized Rockhopper Elite 29 review
The Specialized Rockhopper is a stalwart of the hardtail world, and the 29in version is well designed with an impressive spec list that almost places it amongst the best hardtail…
Sam Dale’s Nomad adventures in the Alps
The new Santa Cruz Nomad is built for adventure in the big mountains, and that’s exactly where rider Sam Dale took his new Nomad this summer, for the ultimate Alpine…
Quirky and beautiful bikes from the Ard Rock Enduro
Ard Rock is one of the world’s biggest enduro events which takes place every year in Yorkshire Dales, UK. Combining an incredible race with a festival-like atmosphere and an expo…