We grabbed some time with Calibre bikes' designer-in-chief Mike Sanderson to ask him how he managed to produce such a game changing mountain bike.
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Commençal Supreme SX is a bike that makes no sense – we want one
The new Commençal Supreme SX is a 180mm travel high-pivot idler-equipped beast in the vein of the Andorran brand's previous 'mini DH' bikes.
BikePark Wales gives Insufficient Funds another makeover
The 'Insufficient Funds' trail at Bike Park Wales has been given a comprehensive makeover after last October's revamp which aimed to amp the flow.
Convert your Pike or Fox 36 to coil with PUSH ACS-3 system
PUSH ACS-3 drop-in coil system converts your existing air sprung Fox 36 and RockShox Pike fork into a plush coil affair that still has tuneable…
Arrivals: this week’s new stuff in for review
For those of you who can’t wait until the reviews come out in the magazine or go up online, here’s another in our new series…
How to jump on a mountain bike
Chocks away! For this skills lesson we focus on learning how to jump on a mountain bike and how to maintain a safe cruising altitude.
Dirty Deals: gloves, backpacks, tyres and much more
This week's bundle for everyone who likes cycling and likes a good bargain (which is basically everyone reading this). Dive in!
Details of the new SRAM Roam 60 carbon wheelset for 29ers
The new SRAM Roam 60 carbon wheels are a refinement rather than a revolution. With 30mm internal width and hookless design they're on trend.
Specialized’s new sticky rubber Gripton tyres
New Specialized Gripton sticky rubber compound for its most popular tyres. Featuring in the Butcher, Slaughter, Purgatory and Ground Control.
5-minute tune up: RockShox Monarch shock
How to personalise your RockShox Monarch rear shock suspension: tailor the air-spring volume to your weight and riding style in four simple steps.
When to pump and when to pedal
Flat-out pedalling doesn’t always equal faster riding. Here’s how to go faster and expend less energy at the same time.
Brendog and friends sessioning Edinburgh’s Skelf pump track
En route to Fort William World Cup, the SCOTT-Velosolutions team - Brendog, Neethling, Wilkins and co - put the new Skelf pump track through its…
2018 Orbea Occam now in 27.5in or 29in or 27.5+
Pick from three different flavours of wheel size and two frame material with the Spanish brand revamped trail bike, the 2018 Orbea Occam.
Riding an eMTB to do things that a regular bike can’t do
Watch freeride legend Wade Simmons doing things on a Rocky Mountain Altitude Powerplay that he couldn't do on a regular bike.
Arrivals: this week’s new stuff in for review
The shiniest goodies showcased for your delectation. Our weekly sneak peak at the exciting new products that have arrived at MBR HQ.
Dirty Deals: FiveTens, droppers, flat pedals and much more
A whopping 19 items in this week's Dirty Deals! Is that some kind of record? Yep, we think it is. Well worth waiting the extra…
Annie Last is first UK winner in women’s XC World Cup for twenty years
Annie Last won the UCI World Cup XCO event in Lenzerheide and becomes the first British woman to do so since Caroline Alexander way back…
Galloway Gallop – 2017 Adventure Cross Series
Kirroughtree MTB Centre, 1 October
Hope PMBA Enduro Series Round 3 Kirroughtree race report video
Loamtastic edit. PMBA Kirroughtree venue may not be the biggest hill for enduro stages but the loam appears to be absolutely prime.
Santa Cruz Hightower LT revealed (finally)
The Santa Cruz Hightower LT uses a new swingarm and upper linkage to kick out 150mm of rear travel. Designed for top level enduro racing.