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Are these the 12 coolest paintjobs of all time?
Most of us think our bike looks nice. But how does your rig compare to these 12 jaw droppers? From iconic bikes of yore through…
Our three favourite Highlands rides have just got that little bit closer
British Airways are set to resume flights from Heathrow to Inverness from May, after a 19-year hiatus. EasyJet flies to Inverness out of Gatwick and…
Co-founder of Hope Technology Simon Sharp dies aged 53
Simon Sharp, co-founder and co-owner of iconic British bike brand Hope technology, died yesterday aged 53. A statement released by Hope Technology reads… It is…
YT Capra vs Canyon Strive – which is best?
What’s the fastest, best value enduro bike?
Insane Mountain Of Hell glacier racing helmetcam
Insane Fabien Cousinié hits insane speeds down insane race with insane mass start. Insane. Mountain Of Hell is the race. It’s a bit like the…
Trail slaying on the new Kona Honzo Carbon
Need to know On-trend modern geometry 120mm fork Boost axles Stealth dropper routing Will be available in ‘Race’ or ‘Trail’ guises The new carbon fibre…
Nine 2017 bikes you won’t have seen before
Three models from Giant, who look set to have a great 2017. Sneak peaks at a Cannondale and a GT. A bargain bouncer from Marin.…
Up to speed: everything that happened this week
Here’s the first of a regular end-of-the-week rundown about all the big and small things that have happened in the bike world this week. Matt…
Merger of Wiggle and Chain Reaction Cycles approved
It’s the announcement that the whole of the bicycle retailing world has been waiting for and/or worrying about. >>> Wiggle and Chain Reaction Cycles officially announce…
Lapierre Overvolts – e-bikes for racing?!
Just when you thought e-bikes couldn’t generate any more debate along comes Lapierre with the concept of bikes designed specifically for e-bike races. While we…
Racing enduro in pairs at the Enduro2
Raced over three days, the Enduro2 puts teams of two racing together as pairs to add a new twist to enduro
Four of the fastest trails in the UK
NB: Please ride within yourself, at a speed appropriate to your line of sight, and slow down for walkers, dogs or horses. Don’t be a…
Details of the 2017 Trek Remedy
Trek have simplified their MTB range for 2017. The Remedy is now a full-on Enduro bike. The Fuel EX is their Trail bike. The Top…
Will this £130 supermarket bike survive a DH course?
YouTuber Phil Kmetz clung on to a $179 Huffy Carnage down a full-on DH track - brave man!
York’s pump track has had a major makeover
Old York city’s pump track has been revamped and reshaped
Is the new Rocky Mountain Element their best looking bike ever?
The new Element is being promoted as one of the new breed of XC or marathon race bikes. Light, stiff, not masses amount of travel…
Guy Martin is racing Tour Divide under false name
Last October we ran with the story that Guy Martin was racing the epic bicycle endurance race – the Tour Divide – instead of competing…
How to plan your Northern Ireland road trip
Get yourself over to the booming trail centres of Northern Ireland before everyone else does. Chances are you and your riding posse have pretty much…
Scott’s new Scale – building an 849g hardtail frame
Need to know 49g lighter than the old Scale frame Rider comfort was a priority, without compromising on stiffness 27.5in, 29in and 27.5 Plus versions…