Almost 10 per cent of Britain’s hikers have been confronted by couples having sex while out walking in the countryside. That’s according to research from outdoor clothing suppliers OutdoorLook.co.uk…
Alan Muldoon
Bike Test Editor
First Look Video: Trek Remedy Carbon from Moab, Utah
Trek Bikes invited us to Moab, Utah, last October to ride the 2010 Trek Remedy Carbon all-mountain bike, and the Scratch freeride bike. Here's a short video showing what went…
UK Breaks with Bikes, mbr discount
UK Breaks with Bikes is Max Darkins’ latest routes guide book, and now you can get a couple of quid off with mbr.
Chain Reaction Cycles on the BBC
Mail order giant CRC's business success documented by BBC news — click here to see the video
Kielder to encourage Ancient Woodland
Kielder Water & Forest Park will see more ancient woodland in coming years, thanks to the popularity of our fair sport. The Forestry Commission is using cash from a £900,000…
London to host new extreme sports show
Plans are underway for a new urban and extreme sports show at London Docklands next October. X in the City (XTC) will take place October 22-24 with more than 20…
Skills: How to ride steep banks to flat
Riding the steeps can seem daunting enough. But when the run-out is an unsculpted transition onto a flat surface, the whole prospect is rendered even more off-putting. When riding natural…
Woodland access database planned for autumn
The Woodland Trust has plans for an online, searchable database listing 24,000 publicly accessible woods across the UK, letting us know which are suitable for bikes.
Wheelbase Big Demo Weekend
The Wheelbase Big Demo Weekend 2010 takes place on the weekend of March 13 and 14 this year, with bikes from Trek, Cannondale, Marin, Whyte, Kona, Mondraker, Yeti, Litespeed and
Core Bike Show
Here's a few snaps from Core Bike, the UK's independent trade show
Cedric Gracia adds O’Neal sponsor
Cedric Gracia, who announced earlier this year he was leaving team Commençal and setting up his own CG Racing team, has added O’Neal as a sponsor. The 31-year-old Andorran has…
Pass’Portes adds two new resorts
Two new resorts to start the MTB Pass’Portes du Soleil event have been added this year, Montriond/Les Lindarets and Les Crosets, bringing the total number to nine. Places will still…
Halfords’ ‘Ouch-takes’ with Rob Jarman
Proving even the professionals can slip a pedal, catch an edge or wash out, Halfords has released the Ouch Takes. Classic ‘over-the-bars’ footage of pro-mountain biker, stunt man and general…
Kona Bristol Bikefest returns to Ashton Court
In 2010 the Kona Bristol Bikefest powered by Mercedes-Benz Vito Sport will return once more to the fantastic course in Ashton Court, Bristol. The almost 10km long loop which is…
Singletrack Safari holidays on tour
Newly launched mtb holiday company Singletrack Safari goes on tour this year, visiting different locations across Europe.
Oil drilling in the Surrey Hills
The North Downs needs your help, Europa Oil and Gas is planning on drilling an exploratory well on Box Hill, and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
Kielder’s Purple Mountain to run ‘Right Track’ awards
The Forestry Commission is urging more bikers to put themselves to the test and take up the challenge of improving their biking skills.
Jenny Copnall launches coaching website
Former multiple British Mountain Bike Champion, Jenny Copnall, who announced her retirement from pro racing last week, has launched her new mountain bike coaching consultancy.…
Drop Off Café saved!
The Drop Off Café at Glyncorrwg will remain open at least until November 2010, after owner Ian Luff discovered his lease is protected by the Landlord and Tenant Act.
Ride Sardinia
Sardianian holiday company Horizon Sardegna is offering 6-day guided holidays across the island this year, with places available from April.