What looks at first like the wheelie's cooler cousin is in fact one of mtb's foundational skills - read this guide to learn how to…
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Physical and mental hacks to help you up the pace whatever the trail
For this guide we switch from the specific to the general, with advice on the physical and mental hacks to help you up the pace…
How to service your pedals at home
Replacing your pedal bearings is easy, satisfying and it'll save you cash in the long run - here's how to do it.
Nine tips to help you survive the Megavalanche
It's Megavalanche time! If you - or someone you know - is thinking of doing the Mega then bookmark this page and forward it on…
How to get down scary steep stuff
Master your position and you won't need to grab the brakes when the ground falls away. This guide looks at how to ride steep trails…
Six tips on how to ride faster
We caught up with Joe honing his skills and asked for some top tips for riders trying to get the most out of bike time,…
The best ways to streamline your gear and still carry the bare essentials
A backpack is heavy, gets in the way and often means you’ll get a sweaty back. On a short, two-hour ride do you really need…
Why hardtails still rule
Brilliant fun, simple to repair, cheap to run and with a character all of their own, hardtails are a great option for trail riding.
Three ways to have a cheap UK mountain bike holiday
Here are three options that allow you to pitch up within metres of the trails for a fraction of the cost of an Alpine chalet.
Common mistakes road cyclists make when switching to mountain bikes
Ex-pro road rider James McCallum learns to take the rough with the smooth by controlling his body position.
How to set goals to get better at mountain biking
To really get better at mountain biking you need to replace vague aspirations with targets that force you to commit.
How to get started on racing enduro
How to train, when to push hard and how to get your head right for racing, with enduro superstar Jerome Clementz.
The dos and don’ts of riding in a group
Riding or guiding on a group mountain bike ride? Here are some helpful pointers on how to deal with group rides to get the best…
How to make mountain biking look easy
How do confident rides make technical sections look so easy? How do they carry speed without looking like they’re trying?
How to repair a ripped jacket (and extend the life of worn-out Five Tens)
A rip or tear needn't see your favourite jacket confined to the back of the wardrobe. And there are ways to extend the life of…
How to change your mountain bike’s geometry
You can change your bike's angles. Want to slacken your bike's head angle, steepen its seat angle, lower it, lengthen it? Here's how you can.
What to do if you encounter a fire on a ride
Moorland and woodland fires continue to be a threat in certain areas of the UK. Here's what to do if you come across a fire…
How to ride flat pedals properly
Ditch the cleats and learn how to ride flats. Pedal choice, pedal pin customisation, foot placement, getting loose and how to put it altogether.
The four small and achievable secrets of progression
The secret of progression? Shh! The secret is to take small, achievable steps forward... but don't go telling everyone.
3 yoga poses to help you recover after a ride
Three of the best ways to get your body into a parasympathetic state Using these three yoga poses puts your body in a state for…