British boutique steel frame brands – like Starling – are the least likely, to produce carbon-fibre models. That’s the perception, right? And few come with…
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The Merida EX enduro returns in 2022 with 20 stages and a spot of tea
Entries for one of the UK’s most exclusive enduro events will open on 6 March, but you can now preregister. The Merida EX enduro –…
Haf-Clip is a smarter way to ride uphill with enduro kit
Committed enduro riders know the bother of pedalling with kneepads and a full-face helmet. Knee pads can pinch skin and create irritation when you are…
Shimano sets new income record
Mountain bikers who have attempted a new build in the last year will have experienced the reality of limited component choice. And surging prices. With…
Naughty Northumbrian postponed due to storm damage
Storm Arwen has wreaked significant damage upon the established trail networks in Northumberland. With wind speeds of up to 115kph, Arwen flattened trees and disrupted…
18 Bikes No9 gains bolder geo
If made in Sheffield, it must be steel. Preferably double-butted Reynolds 853. In the best British hardtail tradition, Sheffield’s 18 Bikes has updated its No9…
EVH is Tora’s dual-suspension MX singlespeed
Nobody does steel singlespeed mountain bikes, with quite the same style, as British brands. But within that niche, there is a new sub-set: the singlespeed…
Send it with Blackbird rims – from Ibis
Ibis was an early proponent of ultra-wide rims. When most mountain bikes were being built with rims just shy of 30mm in width, Ibis equipped…
OneUp’s giant 240mm dropper for that XXL enduro bike
Riders can argue wheel size, axle standards and trick suspension bits, but the longer dropper post has arguably been mountain biking’s most influential component of…
Specialized goes direct to consumer with two online buying options
Specialized has become the first of cycling’s ‘big four’ to offer online mountain bike purchasing. Choose one of the best mountain bikes on the market,…
DT Swiss L3 is all the handlebar remote you’ll ever need
RockShox and Fox might be investing in electronic suspension and wireless dropper posts, but DT Swiss still has faith in the good old cable. With…
Deity’s Deftraps become limited-edition Recon flats
The concept of ‘Canadian camo’ isn’t unusual in mountain biking. It relates to flannel outdoor and riding gear, perfect for those late afternoon autumn rides…
PNW’s Loam grips grow to XL
Mountain bike contact points are a deeply personal preference, and with the variety of rider sizes, a single standard doesn’t work for all. Grips are…
Reeb’s Sqweeb V4 can be your 3-in-1 bike
American boutique mountain bike brand, Reeb, has revealed a V4 version of its Sqweeb dual-suspension platform. Designed as a confident descender, the Sqweeb is available…
DT Swiss upgrades its One suspension range
Better shock mount durability and progressive geometry appropriate forks offsets, are the latest product updates from DT Swiss. The company’s suspension offering sees improvements to…
Mondraker uses carbs to create 100% recyclable bike box
Spanish mountain bike brand, Mondraker, is going recyclable. Following the trend towards greater sustainability and environmental awareness in mountain biking, Mondraker has focussed on its…
You can now buy a cheaper Giant Trance X E+ e-bike
If the idea of a Trance X E+ appeals, but your budget isn’t quite in carbon e-bike territory, Giant now has some more affordable options.…
Lapierre and Haibike bought by KKR
Although pro rider contracts usually dominate industry news at this time of year, company ownerhip has prove a lot more newsworthy of late. Another week…
Orbea increases pricing on mountain bike range
Keen to rail those enduro trails like Martin Maes, on an Orbea? Well, your bike purchase will be a little more expensive in the future.…
Race Face Atlas flats gain better spindle design
After nearly a decade in the market, Race Face has updated its Atlas pedal. The new Atlas flat pedal features better home mechanical serviceability and…