The best bike racks for mountain bikes will depend largely on what fits your car but here are some features to look out for and…
Buyer’s Guides
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…
Best kids’ full-suspension mountain bikes
Forget Raleigh Grifters and Burners, kids these days can nag you for a proper shrunken trail bike, complete with full-suspension, disc brakes and 1x drivetrains.…
Best kids bikes, balance bikes and pedal bikes
The best kids mountain bikes and balance bikes PLUS how you can get hold of some of them for less than the price of a…
Best mountain bike forks: XC, trail and enduro forks reviewed and rated
With fork technology evolving, the singletrack is getting faster and faster - our pick of the best mountain bike forks will help you run smoother.
Best tubeless tire repair kits: plug holes without having to stick a tube in
There are a few good ways to avoid getting punctures – optimum tire pressures for the trail, better line choices, choosing the best tire for…
Best water bottles for mountain biking: keep thirst at bay when you don’t want to wear a pack
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 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 something your water bottle can simply sit in and be easily…
Best mountain bike travel bag: boxes and cases to keep your bike protected when you fly
Going on a riding holiday can be an amazing experience, and with so many great destinations just a short flight away, there’s never been more…
Best mountain bike rear shocks: air and coil rear suspension buyer’s guide
The best rear shocks for mountain bikes come in all shapes and sizes. In other words, the riding you do, where you ride, how you…
Best women’s mountain bikes: trail, enduro and electric mountain bikes
Looking for the best women’s mountain bike? Whether it’s a women’s full suspension mountain bike you need, or you prefer a beginner-friendly and low maintenance…
The best electronic suspension for mountain bikes: Computer controlled suspension that delivers the best of both worlds
Electronics are ubiquitous. From the smartphone in your pocket to the fuel injection pump in your car, algorithms analyse data and perform complex tasks without…
What mountain bike frame size should you ride?
You can easily end up with the wrong mountain bike frame size. You can't go off the listed frame size any more. Here's how to…
Best bikepacking kit in 2023: get out in the wilds
Between niche brands like Alpkit and big brands like Specialized you can fully kit yourself out for bikepacking. We went feral for a few days.
10 coolest mountain bike brands right now
When all's said and done, sometimes we like bikes for not entirely logical reasons. Some bikes are just cool. These are the ten coolest brands…
Buyers guide to cheap RockShox forks
Guide to OEM, entry level, or just plain cheap RockShox forks. With eight model series to pick from - each with mulitple versions - it…
Best mountain biking video games: maintain your stoke levels, virtually
As winter reduces the frequency of your trail riding experience, is it a great incentive to explore the best mountain biking video games out there.
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.
Which Halfords mountain bike is right for you?
We take you through the wide range of Halfords mountain bike models, separating the wheat from the chaff, leaving a shortlist of proper bikes to…
Best mountain bikes under £1,500
Here are the best mountain bikes under £1,500. For trail bikes, £1,500 marks the point where full-sussers get serious and technical choices proliferate.