Specialized has a new e-bike out, it’s called the Specialized Levo SL Alloy and this time you don’t need to be rich to afford it.…
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Out with the Brain, in with AI – the new Specialized Epic 8 aims to be the fastest and smartest XC bike on the planet
If you’re a fan of world-class cross-country racing, you don’t have to look far to see a Specialized Epic in the mix. For years it’s…
“There’s been progress in women’s mountain biking, but there’s still a long way to go” – ex-racer Manon Carpenter on her mission to reframe mountain biking
Mountain biking is often described as having an image problem. Unlike some areas of cycling, where people are a little too concerned about sock length,…
South Wales has a new bike park complete with uplift, green to black trails, and it’s opening for spring
South Wales has a brand new bike park opening this Easter, it’s called Hafod Trails and so far there are five tracks to ride, ranging…
Lee Cougan launches the Crossfire Trail, a 120mm travel XC bike that boasts a broader remit. But does it deliver?
XC racing is evolving at a blistering pace and the bikes need to keep up. So the new Crossfire Trail from Lee Cougan boasts 120mm…
New Crankbrothers Mallet and Stamp Trail shoes are the brand’s most sophisticated, and expensive, yet
Two of the most popular Crankbrothers trail shoes are back – and this time, with the option of laces or Boa dial closures. Fancy. The…
Will AI benefit MTB? iBikeRide launches first of its kind MTB chat bot, where users can ask questions on everything from trails to gear
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to become more integrated into our lives, it’s finally made the leap to mountain biking. ‘But, how?’ You ask. Well,…
I’ve witnessed e-bikes dying all winter – these are my top tips to keep your motor running when it’s muddy and raining
Up until now, most of my e-bike riding mates see winter as a time for smugness. Showering me with roost as they spin sticky rear…
Wyllie Bike Park could soon become unrideable, campaigners warn, if plans to extract coal from local spoil tips go ahead
The Wyllie mountain bike trails in South Wales could soon become unrideable, if plans to extract coal in the local area are approved. That’s according…
Merida’s new eOne-Sixty e-bike range is confusing – here’s why you don’t want the ‘Lite’ if you want your e-bike light
With three new e-bikes to choose from, Merida is aiming to offer something for everyone in the market for one of the best new electric…
What the government’s proposed changes to e-bike laws mean for mountain bikers, and why it’s missing the most important point
UK riders could get access to double the average power output from e-bikes, with throttle controlled motors also on the table, after the department of…
Norco goes all-in for high-pivots with new short-travel Optic and all-mountain Sight
Norco has launched new, evolved models of their popular trail and all-mountain bikes, the Optic and Sight, both using high-pivot idler designs. The Sight uses…
70ft jumps and deadly snakes made Red Bull Hardline Tasmania the wildest downhill race ever
5,000 lucky ticket holders witnessed the first Red Bull Hardline to take place in Tasmania over the weekend – and they also witnessed history being…
Revolution Bike Park aims to reopen this summer with push-up races and Vision Line laps
After being forced to shut down last year, Revolution Bike Park has announced the welcome news they will be reopening the park in some capacity…
Like a resort for mountain bikes: BikePark Wales hopes to tempt families into swapping skis for bikes this Easter
BikePark Wales has put together a family riding package this Easter designed to tempt complete novices to come and have a go at mountain biking.…
The 16 most important new products I’ve seen this week: from next gen Michelin Wild Enduro tyres to MTB’s longest mudguard
Transition Repeater PT GX AXS Carbon £10,499 Only four brands get to use the SRAM Powertrain motor and 720Wh battery, and with Nukeproof’s future hanging…
SRAM switches to mineral oil for new Maven premium four-piston gravity disc brake
There’s a new halo brake in SRAM’s line-up, it’s called Maven and it’s said to be the most powerful brake the brand has ever made.…
Scott brings back the Voltage for 2024 and gives it a new lease of life with a sleek frame and lightweight motor
Take Scott’s Genius trail bike, give it a compact, lightweight motor, and hey presto; you have the Scott Voltage. A mid-power e-bike with 155mm of…
Six-bar linkages and lightweight e-bikes discussed on the latest MBR show
It’s been a busy couple of weeks for new products, with Scott launching a sleek new Ransom enduro bike, and Pivot updating its trail-friendly Switchblade.…
The new 2024 Canyon Spectral trail bike is packed to the brim with features, including adjustable geometry, internal storage, and a steering stabiliser
Canyon’s Spectral CF is a trail bike that needs no introduction. But how do you make one of the best trail bikes on the market…