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Best budget mountain bike shoes: Top footwear under £100/$120
The connection between your pedals and shoes is vital. If you’re starting out, or on a budget, it’s tempting to make do with some old…
Which is the best e-bike motor? Power, punch and range compared
Brose, Bosch, Shimano, Fazua, Panasonic, Yamaha ebike systems... which has more power, which has more battery punch, which is more reliable? Our guide to e-bike…
Best electric mountain bike: join the e-bike revolution!
Stating the obvious: the best electric mountain bike will be flipping great! We had so much fun with this best-of list we’re embarrassed to call…
Best budget electric mountain bike: Power-up your ride without breaking the bank
You can bag one of the best budget electric mountain bike models for around £3k nowadays... but are they up to the job of proper…
Best mountain bike flat pedals: metal and plastic options
Looking for the best mountain bike flat pedals, no matter what your budget? Here's our comprehensive buyer's guide to all things flat pedal.
Best mountain bike handlebars: steer with confidence and precision
The best mountain bike handlebars are a relatively cheap upgrade that will last you for ages. We’ve compiled the very, very best: carbon, alloy, 31.8,…
Best budget mountain bike wheels – High-performance hoops under £500
The best mountain bike wheels we’ve tested are from brands with a strong focus and pedigree in this area. You’ll get a wheel set that’s…
Best mountain bike goggles: gravity optimised eyewear
Eye protection is essential for mountain biking; the best mountain bike goggles reduce the chances of injury from low hanging branches and flying debris, stops…
Best mountain bike water bottle cage: fluid carrying solutions for all frame styles
Buying the best bottle cage for mountain biking isn’t just a matter of getting one of the best water bottles and something to hold it.…
Best mountain bike tool kits for home mechanics: fix things and save money
Read our guide to the best mountain bike tool kits in 2020. Arm yourself with a bike tool kit for that fresh-out-of-the-box feeling on every
Best water bottles for mountain biking: keep thirst at bay
Staying hydrated is an essential element of mountain biking given the level of exertion involved, and this only gets more crucial with time, distance and…
Best mountain bike cleaning kit: keep your bike looking sweet and rolling smoothly
As much as we love to boast a muddy, filthy, well-ridden bike, we know as well as the next mountain biker that cleaning your bike…
Best MTB body armour: tried and tested protection
Fuelled by ever-improving, safer and more stable bikes, we’ve all got faster downhill on trails that now pack in more extreme and challenging features. Thankfully, MTB…
Best mountain bike repair workstands: Fix your bike with ease
The best mountain bike workstands are a must-have item. They hold the bike clear of ground allowing easier work on all part of the bicycle.
Best mountain bike multi-tools: rescue broken rides
We test mountain bike multi-tools. Light enough to put in your pack and carry all day, useful enough to fix a multitude of sins if…
Best disc rotors for mountain biking: Tune your stopping power
Along with the lever and caliper, the brake rotor is an essential and, some would argue, the most important component of even the best disc…
Best torque wrenches for mountain bikers: Make sure your bolts are tightened correctly
There’s a couple of hundred bolts on the average mountain bike and every single one of them has a recommended torque setting. This simply means…
Best hip packs for mountain biking: bum bags of brilliance
The best bike hip packs for mountain biking offer storage space with all cargo centred around your waist, leaving you unrestricted and sweat-free.
Best budget mountain bike forks: brilliant front suspension at affordable prices
Suspension forks are virtually standard issue on all the best modern mountain bikes thanks to the ability to improve steering control, traction and comfort to…