Here are the best mountain bikes under £1,500. For trail bikes, £1,500 marks the point where full-sussers get serious and technical choices proliferate.
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Details of the new Orange 329
After much development Orange bikes have today announced the introduction of the Orange 329, their first 29inch wheeled downhill bike.
Scicon bike bag designed to accommodate modern lonnnnng bikes
Scicon has launched its new AeroComfort MTB bike bag this week and it fits a wheelbase of up to 1250mm and tyres up to 29in…
Can mountain biking support good mental health?
Six weeks of mountain biking prescribed as part of a therapeutic recovery programme for people currently experiencing mental ill health.
Help compile list of Lakeland trails now unusable for all users after Fix The Fells repairs
The ongoing controversy over work carried out on Lake District paths by Fix The Fells. Horse riders are compiling a list a problem spots.
Dirty Deals: drivetrains, flat pedals, enduro helmets and much more!
This week's Dirty Deals includes drivetrains, flat pedals, enduro helmets and much more! Never mind the quantity, feel the quality.
2019 Scott DH Factory is Dean Lucas, Brendan Fairclough, Marine Cabirou and Flo Payet
2019 SCOTT DH Factory is Dean Lucas, Brendan Fairclough, Marine Cabirou and Flo Payet. (Hmm... will they re using HXR freewheel cranks??)
Interview with Dan from Stanton Bikes
Dan Stanton conceived Stanton Bikes at university, and realised his dream of making full-suspension bikes in the Peak District.
Details of the new 175mm Fox Transfer dropper post
Specification and measurement details of new 175mm Fox Transfer dropper. Will it fit in your frame? Here's the key lengths you need to measure.
Plans for a potential Innerleithen bike park
Plan to convert B-listed Brodie's Mill building into a mountain bike centre have been revealed. May lead to creation of new Innerliethen bike park.
Insta-gossip: Athertons going to… Cube? Polygon? Marin?
Today is deadline day for team info being sent into the UCI. And here is a cryptic prediction from Ream-Tumours on Instagram to pick apart.
Joe Barnes back racing for Orange Bikes
The news is out. Joe Barnes has departed Canyon Factory Racing to set up Hazzard Emporium, his own racing and video programme with Orange bikes.
What’s good about the new Panasonic e-bike motor?
Panasonic take the next step into the eMTB market. The electronics giant break into US market with own GXO drive motor and batteries.
Wye Valley: some of the best trails this side of the Alps
The Forest of Dean gives up its singletrack secrets with a new bespoke uplift service from Wye MTB. Wye Valley off-piste!
Dirty Deals: helmets, Five Tens, Sealskinz and much more!
Something for everyone this week. Well, if they ride bikes. And those bikes are mountain bikes. So, that'll be you then right? Dig in!
Geoff Gulevich’s favourite photo
After Image: Freeride legend and Instagram icon Geoff Gulevich tells us about his favourite image, from Nine Knights back in 2013.
Details of the 2019 YT Jeffsy
You've seen the Walken-tastic promo video, now here's the bike itself: check out the 2019 YT Industries Jeffsy 29 and 27.
Why mountain biking is better than ever for under-18s
Kids have never had it so good… at least when it comes to mountain biking. There are more trails to ride on and groups to…
Innerleithen residents complaining about mountain bikers ‘stripping off’ in the streets
A meeting of Innerleithen and District Community Council hears complaints of mucky mountain bikers stripping off in residential streets.
YT drop Aaron Gwin and sign… Christopher Walken
New YT Jeffsy teaser vid features the legend that is Christopher Walken. Cue plenty of Pulp Fiction and cowbell jokes. What about the bike though?