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10 secrets to going fast on a mountain bike
We all want to go faster, but how do some riders make it look so easy? How can we stay calm and fluid when everything…
Unsure what bar width to run? Here’s what we run and why
What bar width is best for you? Short answer: get some 780mm bars and experiment with grips. Read on for more advice about width selection.
The 10 tools you should have in your workshop toolkit
Fettling with your bikes is sometimes half the fun. Here's the ultimate workshop toolkit to ensure you can fix, upgrade and modify your pride and…
How to do a cutty
The classic cutty. The what now? Sliding the rear wheel, without using the rear brake. This is one of the most enjoyable skills to master.
Four exercises to do from home which will directly translate into better riding
Condition yourself any way and anywhere you can, to ride harder and faster. Four domestic exercise ideas from the maestro Alan Milway.
This video will (almost) convince you that winter riding is ace
Snowy edit from Hope Tech media squadron featuring Nico Vink, Makken and Vinny T gets its stoke on. Snowboating anyone?
How to bleed Shimano mountain bike disc brakes
Watch our easy guide on how to bleed Shimano mountain bike disc brakes so you can keep yours running with tip-top performance.
How to reduce the chances of mountain bike injuries
Okay, we're not saying we can stop you getting mountain bike injuries but you can reduce your time off the bike with these simple steps.
How to set up your brake levers perfectly
Want to go faster? Just let go of the brakes, right? Well, not exactly. You need to know how to brake. You also need to…
How to ride yourself fitter without extra miles or killing the fun
What’s the best way to build progress and ride faster on your bike, and still enjoy the riding itself? Should you go flat out each…
How to fit a bottle cage to bikes that don’t have bottle mounts
Are you annoyed with your current bike's lack of bottle mounts? Are you put off getting that new bike because it has no bosses? Here…
Is it safe to switch your bike out of winter mode yet?
Dare you ditch the mud spikes? Is it time to switch to your lighter weight gloves? The ceremonial de-winterising of your bike is highlight of…
How to exit corners with more speed
Go wide, stay high, pump out: keep your flow locked down with Dirt School's tips on how to make a hasty exit form tight corners…
How to combat body pain and increase your flexibility
Move better to ride faster. So how can we be pain free and reduce injury risk? And how can get more enjoyment from our weekend…
5 ways to increase standover on bikes with high seat tubes
If you've sized-up in frame size and running a dropper post chances are you might have reduced standover. Here are five ways to solve that.
How to ride the steepest trails you can find
Watch this impressive video from Nate Hills and then read on to learn how to keep your speed up through those steep, snakey trails and…
Our ultimate foul weather recommended riding kit
When the rain comes you're still going to want to be comfortable on your bike. Here's how to dress for wet weather riding.
How to increase the travel of your RockShox Pike
RockShox Pike travel upgrade time. Want more travel? Slacker geometry? Stretch out your fork for the price of a new air spring (£35).
Five tips to race enduro just like Jerome Clementz*
Look up, dial in your brakes and take a whizz, says EWS legend Jerome Clementz. Here's the big JC's tips on how to ride and…