Lance Branquino

News writer

  • February 4, 2021

YT has added a new grade to its mountain bike range. The German consumer-direct brand will be marketing a limited number of new Blaze models, globally. The Blaze package applies…

  • February 3, 2021

The most celebrated British downhill racer is turning his inspiring story into a book. Steve Peat might have retired from professional downhill racing in 2016, but he remains deeply involved…

  • February 2, 2021

Thickly padded riding gloves are a given for winter riding. But the issue is that more glove material means less lever dexterity and trail feedback through the grips. For mountain…

  • February 1, 2021

Tyres are probably the single most important feature on your mountain bike. From casings sizes, to tread patterns and compounds, your choice of tyre makes an enormous influence to how…

  • January 31, 2021

Colorado is home to some of America’s best trails and has become a hotbed of boutique frame brands. The latest one of these to chance their hand at a steel…

  • January 28, 2021

The British hardtail frame brand with those outlandish model names, has given its range a refresh. Ragley has retouched the product portfolio and there is something for every terrain and…

  • January 27, 2021

Danish boutique mountain bike brand, Kingdom, has revealed a new mountain bike platform. The small company has produced some gorgeous titanium hardtail and dual-suspension frames, but its new Void is…

  • January 25, 2021

When Yeti relaunched its ARC hardtail last year, there was the expectation for some classic colourways. The Coloradoan brand obliged with the 35th anniversary edition ARC. For some, the longing…

  • January 24, 2021

Fuji has added a long-travel version of its Rakan, for enduro riders who are followers of the American bike brand. The standard Rakan is a 120mm 29er, with the new…

  • January 21, 2021

South African mountain bike safety and apparel specialist, Leatt, has launched a new enduro helmet. Demand for generously ventilated detachable chinbar helmets has only increased and Leatt’s latest product evolution…

  • January 20, 2021

Saracen has welcomed the reigning British women’s downhill champion to its Myst team. North Lincolnshire’s Becci Skelton announced an amicable end to her relationship with Rocky Mountain, a few weeks…

  • January 19, 2021

The other bike brand from Santa Cruz, has revised its short-travel 29er. Ibis is aiming to deliver more value for followers of the brand who prefer the responsiveness of a…

  • January 19, 2021

A case of sabotage is being investigated after a car crash and fire at Ebike Netherland headquarters. In a year where production disruptions, supply chain issues and surging demand are…

  • January 18, 2021

One of the most promising progressive mountain bikers has signed a new pro contract. Austria’s Gabriel Wibmer has confirmed that he will be riding for German customer direct bike brand,…

  • January 17, 2021

If all the pressure of staying on trend with contemporary geometry numbers and all manner of material properties have become too much for you, then perhaps it is time for…

  • January 14, 2021

Arguably the most comprehensive recent study into mountain bike related injuries, has delivered some unusual findings. Initiated in 2017, the study was a collaboration between the Enduro World Series (EWS)…

  • January 13, 2021

The oil slick design theme is an acquired taste, but if you jealously saw what FSA sponsored pro riders last season, be jealous no more. FSA has now released is…

  • January 12, 2021

The Redcar Rocket has signed with Cube, in a contract that will see the British former downhill World Champion on the German brand’s bikes. Danny Hart’s credentials hardly require detailing.…

  • January 11, 2021

One of Britain’s most established off-road bike brands has proven that the Covid triggered cycling boom, is not limited to commuter products. As part of the ATB Sales annual report,…

  • January 10, 2021

As snowy winter riding conditions and lockdown regulations increase social anxiety, tensions are simmering in northern England. Macclesfield Forest is a popular mountain biking venue that also accommodates a diversity…