The latest issue of MBR is out now, packed full of inspiring ideas and routes to help you find new places to get out and ride. Here’s what you’ll find…
Danny Milner
Editor
YT Izzo Uncaged 7 first ride review
YT launched its short travel Izzo 18 months ago, and in its original form it was a short travel bike with 130mm travel that bridged the gap between trail and…
My best trail: as chosen by Katy Curd
Katy Curd is a former 4X national champ, a pro downhill rider and now she runs Katy Curd Coaching in the Forest of Dean.
BTwin 900 Bike Tool Box review
Significantly more affordable than all of the other tool kits here, we included the B’Twin 900 to see whether spending a fraction of the cash still gets you a decent,…
My best trail: as chosen by Steve Peat
Where to start... a downhill legend, Peaty is a multiple World Cup winner and former world champ, and one of the best mountain bike racers of all time.
Troy Lee Designs Shuttle jacket review
TLD uses a ripstop nylon fabric with Spandex to give ithe Troy Lee Designs Shuttle some stretch. It’s a useful addition too, as the cut is quite sporty.
Specialized Altered-Edition Trail Rain Jacket review
The Specialized Altered-Edition Trail Rain jacket is their alternative mountain bike outerwear offering.
Specialized SWAT jacket review
Specialized pioneered integrated storage solutions on its mountain bikes and now its Specialized SWAT jacket is a packable jacket to go alongside their SWAT tools and water carrying options.
Showers Pass Elements jacket review
The Showers Pass Elements jacket is specially designed for mountain biking (despite gravel imagery in its marketing) and uses a 2.5 layer construction.
Scott Explorair Light Dryo 2.5 jacket review
There’s a rubbery feel to the inner lining, which isn’t particularly pleasant, but the Scott Explorair Light Dryo 2.5 is probably the nicest of the bunch.
Rapha Trail Lightweight jacket review
The Rapha Trail Lightweight jacket is designed to be lightweight, packable and windproof rather than rain proof.
Madison Roam 2.5 jacket review
The Madison Roam 2.5 jacket may be a little on the heavier side, but not to the point where it ever feels like a burden to slip it on.
Endura Singletrack II jacket review
Endura's in-house ExoShell 20 fabric for the Endura Singletrack II jacket. This is rated at 10,000mm for waterproofing and 20,000g for breathability.
Altura Esker jacket review
The Altura Esker is a packable jacket that can be stuffed into its own pocket or rolled up and secured with the included elastic loop.
Valentino Rossi launches signature e-bike – it doesn’t get a Yamaha motor
Fresh from his MotoGP retirement, it doesn't look like the Doctor is taking up golf anytime soon. His new signature e-bike gets an interesting build, including Ohlins suspension and an…
Yeti 160E T1 first ride review
Long-awaited Yeti 160E T1 e-bike is built to race with a complex six-bar linkage that claims to bring efficiency and composure on the roughest descents.
Vittoria Pit Stop TNT tyre sealant review
If you’re looking for the best tubeless tyre sealant, Vittoria offers its Pit Stop TNT product. It is a thin sealant and it retained this viscosity when chilled, however we…
Orange Seal Endurance tyre sealant review
Orange Seal claims its Endurance sealant can last up to 120 days before it dries out, which is about four times as long as its regular stuff and you only…
Zefal Deflector FM30 Front mudguard review
If you’re looking for the best mountain bike front mudguard and don’t want to spend over £20, this Zefal Deflector is a great option. We tested the FM20 previously, but…
Mudhugger FRX Front mudguard review
The Mudhugger FRX is a one-piece injection moulded mudguard made in the UK from 100 per cent recycled black polypropylene. Like other best mountain bike mudguards like the Rapid Racer…