Fuji has added a long-travel version of its Rakan, for enduro riders who are followers of the American bike brand. The standard Rakan is a…
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Best mountain bike jacket deals available right now
Mountain biking is harsh on clothing - especially in the UK. Refresh your current battered mountain bike jacket with something from these ace deals.
Top 10 best names for a mountain bike ever
Another edition of the 'Trailfinder General' column finds Benji Haworth picking his favourite mountain bike names of all time. Why? Because it's important.
Best mountain bike 2021: all you need to know
After reading this comprehensive guide you'll be left with a handy shortlist of the best mountain bike options out there in 2021.
Leatt goes full Enduro its 4.0 helmet
South African mountain bike safety and apparel specialist, Leatt, has launched a new enduro helmet. Demand for generously ventilated detachable chinbar helmets has only increased…
Skelton signs with Saracen
Saracen has welcomed the reigning British women’s downhill champion to its Myst team. North Lincolnshire’s Becci Skelton announced an amicable end to her relationship with…
Ripley AF is a boutique alloy 29er
The other bike brand from Santa Cruz, has revised its short-travel 29er. Ibis is aiming to deliver more value for followers of the brand who…
Mountain bikes have changed but outdated advice lives on
We reassess yesterday’s received wisdom to make sure it works for you on the trails today.
BMW crash destroys Ebike factory
A case of sabotage is being investigated after a car crash and fire at Ebike Netherland headquarters. In a year where production disruptions, supply chain…
Another Wibmer jumps on Canyon
One of the most promising progressive mountain bikers has signed a new pro contract. Austria’s Gabriel Wibmer has confirmed that he will be riding for…
The rather Farr out Twin-T steel hardtail
If all the pressure of staying on trend with contemporary geometry numbers and all manner of material properties have become too much for you, then…
Explore confidently with the best MTB GPS device deals on offer right now
Bored with bashing out the same local loops? Explore your local trail network confidently with the best MTB GPS device deals on offer right now.
Best mountain bike helmets 2021: open-face or half-shell
Find the best mountain bike helmets here amongst our pick of favourites. A mountain bike lid is protection but it can also be stylish and…
In praise of climbing
I am part of a dying breed. Part of an apparently invisible group of mountain bikers. A silent collective of bikers who actually like climbing.
Doctors say EWS racers need better body armour
Arguably the most comprehensive recent study into mountain bike related injuries, has delivered some unusual findings. Initiated in 2017, the study was a collaboration between…
FSA’s slicker enduro stem now available
The oil slick design theme is an acquired taste, but if you jealously saw what FSA sponsored pro riders last season, be jealous no more.…
My best trail: as chosen by Matt Wragg
Matt Wragg is an increasingly reclusive photographer, writer and abuser of bicycles. As a young man he tried chasing success in a series of offices…
To all you e-bike critics, be a bit more tolerant and let people do what they want
This month’s Star Letter reminds us that we live in a democracy of dirt.
Hart squares off for 2021 with Cube
The Redcar Rocket has signed with Cube, in a contract that will see the British former downhill World Champion on the German brand’s bikes. Danny…
The five most frequently asked questions to a MTB skills coach
What are the most frequently asked questions on a skills day? We asked Dirt School’s Andy Barlow.