How to train, when to push hard and how to get your head right for racing, with enduro superstar Jerome Clementz.
How To
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…
How to harness the power of gadgets to turbo boost your performance on the trails
Coach to the pros Alan Milway shows us how to harness the power of tech to turbo boost your performance on the trails.
Ride slow to get fast
A long, hard slog may feel like an investment in your fitness but polarising your riding between easy and intense can pay bigger dividends.
How to leave trail centres behind and tackle natural trails
Don't limit yourself to trail centres in winter - develop the skills to tackle rewarding natural singletrack.
12 ways to stop mud messing with your bike and body
A dozen steps to mitigate mud's effect, making mud plugging less of an ordeal more a chance to practice your skills when the weather and…
Mountain bike geometry explained
From top tube length to bottom bracket height, mountain bike geometry can reveal plenty about how a bike will ride and whether or not it…
How to set up mountain bike suspension
Everything you need to know about how to set up mountain bike suspension forks and rear shocks
What goes on inside a suspension fork?
What goes on inside your fork and shock? Discover the whole story as we delve into the inner workings of your suspension.
A couple of bike set-up tips to keep you riding through winter’s worst
Setting your bike up in a slightly more aggressive manner to handle the conditions will help your confidence no end. Here are some useful parts…
How to turn your regular commute into a skills training session
Cycling to work is a great way of staying in shape and saving you a lot of money. It’s also a good way of staying…
Gym moves for mountain bikers
How to train in the gym for enhanced riding performance. Coach to the pros Alan Milway shows us how to do the best gym moves…
Six ways to make your wet shoes dry out quicker
The easiest way to dry your shoes is to stuff with newspaper and then place them on top of a radiator, but we have a…