It's been a gaping hole in Canyon's mountain bike range for some time, but now the German direct-sales giant has finally launched a Canyon Spectral 29.
Alan Muldoon
Bike Test Editor
Accu-Gage Low Pressure Gauge review
If I had a penny for every time I’ve checked the tyre pressures on a bike in the past 25 years I could easily retire. Why am I so obsessed…
Vitus E-Sommet VRX (2021) first ride review
Vitus E-Sommet VRX is an enduro ready e-bike with progresive sizing and geometry. New frame design with Shimano EP8 motor and integrated 630Wh battery.
2021 Vitus Escarpe and Sommet build kits will blow your mind
Escarpe and Sommet Vitus mountain bikes get updated suspension layouts and geometry, carbon front ends and impressive build kits yet same killer pricing.
Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert (2020) review
Specialized Turbo Kenevo Expert isn't just slapping on a 180mm-travel RockShox Boxxer fork and calling it a day though. It's a completely redesigned frame.
Nukeproof Mega 290 Factory (2021): first ride review
Nukeproof updates its sucessful Mega race bike - revised geometry and extra sizes all with space for a bottle, but is the new Nukeproof Mega 290 better?
Cannondale Moterra Neo SE review (2020)
Cannondale Moterra Neo SE has been modified for more extreme riding; same 160mm travel frame but it has been hopped up with a 180mm RockShox Boxxer fork.
Formula Mod coil shock: first ride review
Formula Mod coil shock features Compression Tuning System with three distinct flavours. Bladder-backed reservoir increases sensitivity and reduces heat.
Tech feature: taking a deep dive into mountain bike geometry
A bike's angles and dimensions are the key to the way it rides; understanding how they interact will help you choose the right machine and unlock its potential.
How to change your mountain bike’s geometry
We've shown how your bike’s geometry influences things, now we look at how you can manipulate components and settings to improve your shape on the bike.
Giant Trance X Advanced Pro 29 0 first ride review
The recently revived Trance X 29 family expands to include two Giant Trance X Advanced carbon options, with entry-level Pro 29 1 at £4999.
NS Synonym TR 2 review
NS Synonym TR is one of the most down-country bikes in attitude. And that’s because, at its heart, it is a hopped-up cross-country race bike.
Marin Rift Zone Carbon 2 review
Geometry and sizing is consistent across the Marin Rift Zone range, so the fit is going to be identical, right down to the stubby 35mm stem.
Giant Trance Advanced Pro 29 2 review
When the Giant Trance Advanced 29 was launched back in 2018, it was one of the first brands to promote the idea of doing more with less.
Trek Slash 9.9 X01: first ride review
First ride review of 2021 Trek Slash 9.9. Trek’s 29in enduro trail blazer returns with more travel and a progressive makeover.
Best hardtail mountain bikes under £375, £500, £750 and £1000
These bikes are the best hardtail mountain bikes available. From £350 up to £1,000 price points, we have chosen four winning options for any budget.
MBR Trail Bike of the Year 2020: best full suspension bikes
It's the test you've all been waiting for, where the best full suspension models fight it out for the coveted title of MBR Trail Bike of the Year 2020.
Why you need to look beyond the geometry charts
To wrap up our series on geometry, we're going to explain why you shouldn’t rely on the manufacturers to get it right, and how to gather your own data.
Canyon Exceed Team CFR: first ride review
With a single-minded focus on success, Canyon’s new Exceed hardtail is aimed at vanquishing long-distance stage races, such as the Cape Epic, and blitzing short-course XC sprints. Need to know…
Best enduro mountain bikes in 2020: 150 to 170mm travel bikes
Enduro is still the hottest ticket in mountain biking, we cut through they hype and find the very best enduro mountain bikes.