Some innovations aren't entirely essential or even desirable. Here's a rundown of our Top 10 overrated mountain bike features.
Benjamin Haworth
Contributor
Afan Forest’s Genesis trail re-opens after 10 years
Afan Trail Volunteers have re-opened the Genesis section of the Penhydd trail at Afan Forest. Genesis has been shut for 10 years and took three months to repair.
Hope launches first ever Ambassador Programme
“Those that make it on to the Programme will receive a substantially discounted Hope HB130 in the specification of their choice.” >>> Editor’s Choice 2019 – home of the best…
BikePark Wales continues with plan to take over the world*
Made possible by private investors and part funded by the European Union and Welsh Government agricultural fund for rural development.
Dirty Deals: Five Tens, Muc-Off sealant, Oakley helmets and much more!
The merry month of January brings us another dirty dozen Dirty Deals. Your bank manager won't like it but what do they know about shredding sick singletrack?
Behind the scenes of Danny MacAskill’s Gymnasium
Danny MacAskill back on a trials bike and back doing what he does better than anyone else in the world. The most creative mind on two wheels?
Somerset MP wants National Park to ‘stamp on’ proposals for Exmoor Bike Park
Plans for a mountain ibke trail netwrok called Exmoor Bike Park have drawn heavy criticism from the local Member of Parliament.
Fabio Wibmer departs Specialized and joins Canyon
In a surprising announcement, YouTube star Fabio Wibmer has joined Canyon. He appears to still be on Ohlins though.
Quick overview of YT Industries’ 2020 mountain bikes
YT Industries kicks the new year off with their 2020 range. New colours and several new spec choices will continue to make YT bikes an attractive option.
Cushcore Pro Tyre Insert review
CushCore is one of the original tyre inserts. Those foam rubber looking things that protect your rim and tyre from pinch flats and dents.
MBR February 2020
Want the latest MBR delivered to your door every month? Check out our latest subscription offer, or try MBR’s digital editions on iPad, Android, Kindle and more… The latest issue of MBR is…
New Year Dirty Deals: cheap big cassettes, VooDoo Bizangos, Burgtec flats and much more!
January sales used to be all the rage back in the day didn't they? Well, they still exist even in this age of Black November Cyber online discount dealing.
Cyber attack on Canyon Bicyles
Shortly before the turn of the year, Canyon became the target of a massive criminal cyber attack. The attack has been identified and stopped.
Hope finally producing Shimano Microspline compatible hubs and wheelsets
With the start of the new year Hope Technology are now start selling Shimano Microspline compatible freehubs for hubs and complete wheelsets.
My best trail, as chosen by MTB photographer Andy McCandlish
Mountain biking’s movers and shakers select their favourite places to ride. Here’s one such trail chosen by photographer and videographer Andy McCandlish.
Top 10 mbr stories of the year
It’s very nearly 2020 so now is a good time to trawl through the stats to see what were the most popular mbr news stories of 2019.
The best bike vids of 2019 – plus the best bike film of the decade
It's the end of 2019. The time for reflection (and skiving work) is upon us. Spend some quality time watching some truly excellent MTB videos.
Giant Swage Lock-On grips
The Giant Swage grips are kind of like Ergon’s G-series lock-on grips but cost almost half as much. I also prefer them over Ergons anyway.
MBR’s best Big Pictures of the Year
Every issue of MBR we have a section called Big Pictures, featuring the best bike photos to hit our inbox that month. These are the best of the bunch.
Looking back at 50 years of Renthal
Renthal have put together a film to celebrate them being 50 years young, this year. MBR are happy to help celebrate this milestone!