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,…
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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…
Mondraker releases alloy version of the Raze trail bike
If you liked the look of the Mondraker Raze Carbon but want to splash a little less cash, then the new Mondraker Raze Alloy might…
Trek Fuel EXe 9.9 XX1 AXS review
Say hello to the brand new Trek Fuel EXe, a mid-powered electric mountain bike with some very interesting features, not least the TQ motor which…
How to ride down steep descents on a mountain bike
Riding on steep and technical trails is always a combination of managing grip, body position, balance and confidence…all of which can seem in short supply…
Haibike AllMtn CF 12 e-bike review
Haibike has been producing contenders for the best e-bike award longer than most. And by only producing e-bikes it’s not tied to building electric versions…
New Liv Intrigue LT: more travel, mixed wheels and smaller sizes
Liv Cycling has unveiled a new long-travel versions of its popular Intrigue trail bike model. Based around an aluminium frame, the Liv Intrigue LT boasts…
Forestal Cyon Neon e-bike review
A newcomer on the scene, young upstart Forestal is aiming to mix it up with the best electric mountain bikes on the market. And in…
The Cotswolds 200: Ultradistance off road and through the night
The Cotswolds conjures a picture of old English perfection. An expanse of gently rolling countryside through which small country lanes carve an insignificant furrow. A…
Mondraker’s Chrono DC puts downcountry riding in a hardtail form
Mondraker is putting the downcountry into hardtails with the new DC line of its Mondraker Chrono model. Boasting a slacker head angle than its XC…
Specialized S-Works Turbo Levo SL review
When Specialized launched the Levo SL back in 2020, it was going where no mountain bike brand had ever gone before. And while it wasn’t…
Merida EX Enduro: a must-ride event for 2023
The Merida EX Enduro is a must-ride event, officially (according to MBR). Three days of incredible tracks, incredible scenery and incredible atmosphere, with a night-enduro…
SRAM patent application hints at potential new e-bike motor
Some excellent sleuthing by our colleagues at sister site Bikeperfect.com has uncovered a patent application by SRAM for a new and radical e-bike motor that…
Hope F22 flat pedal review
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Best new trails to ride in 2023
Nothing beats the first time you ride a new mountain bike trail. You might mess up every corner but you’ll get to the bottom buzzing…
How to stop arm pump: what it is, what causes it, and how to prevent it
Whether it is clips vs flats or analog vs e-bike, there seems to be a lot of division in mountain biking. And while most of…