Reviewed by Alice Burwell. Initially it may look like the Madison Zena women’s baggy is way better value than more prestige brands, but it doesn’t come with an inner short.…
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A versatile Haibike Trekking e-bike could be the only ride you ever need
An eBike represents a hefty investment, so if you’re looking to spend more time on two wheels this summer, chances are you’ll want to get as much use out of…
Alpinestars Stella Alps 6.0 LS women’s jersey review
Alpinestars Stella Alps 6.0 LS jersey is lightweight, breathable and, despite the iffy styling, the quality is also top notch but it is rather overpriced.
Five smooth flowy routes ideal for beginners (or hardtails)
Smooth routes in Wales, Lakes, Yorkshire Dales, Wiltshire and Dartmoor. If you're looking for some smooth flowy stuff then check out any of these great routes.
Four of our favourite e-bike routes
Here are four of our favourite e-bike routes that can allow you to take on real mountain riding even if you only have a couple of hours to spare.
Madison Flux Enduro Women’s Jersey review
Madison Flux Enduro Women's Jersey is billed as "the perfect enduro race jersey" but I can’t tell what makes this specific to that branch of MTB!
What mountain bikers can learn from roadies
Maybe those shaven legged MAMILs are on to something..?
Would you take our £100 cheap-bike challenge?
How much fun can you have off-road for £100? We scoured eBay, rooted through junk shops and called in some favours to find out.
Camelbak Women’s Magic Pack hydration pack review
Alice Burwell reviews the Camelbak Women's Magic Pack: a 7L pack with a 3L Crux reservoir that has built-in handle to make filling it much easier.
Three easy ways to help your bike last longer
Our bikes are an important tool. Whether we use them for commuting, exercise, or enjoyment, they must stand the test of time and keep us in the saddle for as…
To all you e-bike critics, be a bit more tolerant and let people do what they want
This month’s Star Letter reminds us that we live in a democracy of dirt.
My best trail: as chosen by Chris Porter
The most outspoken man in mountain biking, Chris despaired at the conservative geometry and sizing from mainstream bike brands... so, he founded his own one, GeoMetron. He also runs suspension…
Xmas gifts made for mountain bikers
Looking to treat the trail addict in your life this Christmas? We’ve got a host of gadgets and accessories that are too tempting to entrust to Santa
Where do women stand in MTB now?
Shoulder to shoulder? As valued equals enjoying postive experiences or sidelined extras on the end of male chauvinism? Julia Hobson investigates.
Madison DTE Womens jacket review
Combine the fit, attention detail with an amazing price and the Madison DTE Womens waterproof jacket is easily the best on test.
10 pro hacks to help your kids love mountain biking
Ten helpful hints about mountain biking with kids and how to plant the seed of a passion that will last them for life.
Clearing up the rubbish epidemic plaguing our trails
Clearing up the rubbish epidemic plaguing our trails is going to take more than just litter picking – we need a sea change in how to respect the countryside.
Here’s what virtual riding is really like
Many of us don’t have trails on our doorstep and we’ve had to find new ways to get our riding fix during lockdown. Wahoo Shred Sesison is one such option.…
5 reasons why Valentine’s Day is best spent on the trails
Love is a beautiful thing, but this February 14th we're sacking off the romance and hitting the trails instead – and here’s why you should too.
23 things to be thankful for in the world of mountain biking
As it's Thanksgiving (yes, we know it's American) here are the things we're thankful for in mountain biking this year.