Getting us hot under the collar this month is the new downcountry fork from Ohlins, Lazer’s new KinetiCore helmet, a clever energy watch that monitors…
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Canyon Torque CF8 review
The Canyon Torque has morphed into a bike park bike over the years, but can this redesign make it a more versatile proposition, that can…
Beauty, brains and bling: the new range-topping Canyon Spectral 125 CF LTD
Calling all downcountry and hard-riding trail fans who like their bikes with bling; Canyon has just released a new range-topping model in the highly rated…
How to ride your mountain bike in hot weather (and not overheat!)
So you want to ride your mountain bike in a heat wave? If you just can’t miss out on a day of riding, you can…
Olympic mountain bike champion Tom Pidcock wins stage at Tour de France
Is there any kind of riding Tom Pidcock can’t excel at? After a meteoric upward trajectory in cyclocross and road cycling, multiple wins and an…
Specialized Stumpjumper Expert review
The Specialized Stumpjumper Expert is a 29er full-suspension bike with a long history – after all, the first Stumpy came out an impressive 40 years…
Bosch unveils ABS braking for e-bikes
Bosch has created an ABS system for e-bikes that effectively stops the front wheel from skidding out of control. The technology is available across loads…
The race-proven Atherton AM.200.M mullet bike is out now
Fancy riding a World Cup proven bike? Atherton Bikes have just launched the AM.200.M, a mullet bike that’s designed to perform on the downhill track,…
Jackson Goldstone rips up Heartbreak Ridge on the new Maxxis Forekasters
Jackson Goldstone needs no introduction. Raised in Whistler, he’s been riding incredible trails almost as long as he’s been walking – possibly longer. Now racing…
Shimano’s new eMTB groupsets includes an auto gearbox mode for your ebike
Electric mountain bikes are great, but one major downside is the rapidity through which they get through parts. Groupsets just aren’t designed to deal with…
Starling Roost hardtail first ride review
Is handmade really a feature? I suppose it is for an artisan baker and most definitely if you’re having a suit tailored to fit just…
Carbon Wasp Truffle review
Unless you’ve had a carbon frame repaired or you’re also into time-trialling or track racing, you’ve likely not heard of Carbon Wasp. However, it only…
Best bodyweight exercises for mountain bikers
While there are few feats of strength more impressive than an eye-popping deadlift, you don’t need to be a gym rat – or even possess…
Rock Machine Blizzard 50-297 first ride review
The Rock Machine Blizzard 50-297 has the price to compete with any of the best enduro bikes on the market, but does it deliver on…
Pro tips: how to prepare for a mountain bike race
The thrill of pitting your skills against the clock – there’s nothing quite like it. But take it from an expert, a little preparation goes…
Fox Racing Baseframe Pro D30 protection vest review
This Fox vest has both front and rear protection with a shaped chest guard and longer back plate extending almost from neck to coccyx. Heavy…
Intense Tracer 279 Expert first ride review
With a carbon frame, mullet wheels, internal storage and 170mm of travel, the new Intense Tracer has its sights firmly locked on the best enduro…
Ride Concepts Tallac mountain bike shoe review
With its red and green walking boot laces and overly chunky heel and toe tread, the Ride Concepts Tallac shoe looks nothing like any riding…
YT Capra Core 3 MX review
Say hello to the third iteration of the YT Capra. Since the Mark 2 Capra was hardly a slouch on the downhills, the new Mark…
Vitus Sommet 297 AMP review
The Vitus Sommet has been around for long enough to be refined multiple times already. It also happens to be one of the best enduro…