American brake giant Hayes has been conspicuous by its absence in the bike industry of late. But this is all about to change thanks to…
Product News
Maxxis expand Wide Trail range to eight tyres
More models of popular Maxxis tyres will now be available in the Wide Trail format, larger volume tyres designed for modern wider rims.
New adjustable width handlebars from Ibis
Two new carbon bars from Ibis come with aluminium end inserts to fit/remove to suit your width desires; either 750mm or a full 800mm.
The best Amazon Prime Day mountain bike deals right now: Get over £70 off a GoPro Hero5
How to find the best Amazon Prime Day mountain bike deals. There's always some great bike stuff in these sales. It's Tuesday July 17 this
Shimano’s first ever BMX-specific SPD
Shimano has introduced its first ever BMX racing-specific SPD pedal. We reckon there will be some stompy mountain bikers who like the sound of it.
Tech of the month
Each month we show you all the new exciting tech. Here we have an innovative bike stand, the 2018 Stumpjumper, knee and elbow pads from…
New from PRO: internal cable routing tool and 170mm dropper post
A couple of pleasing products from PRO: a longer drop Koryak dropper and a tool to take the faff and swearing out of internal cable…
120mm drop KS Lev available as a 27.2mm externally routed dropper
The new KS Lev dropper post will be hailed with cheers from all those riders with older bikes with 27.2mm seat tubes and no Stealth…
Renthal Fatbar Carbon bars now 800mm but still 225g
Renthal Fatbar Carbon V2 is 800mm wide, weighs 225g and claims same strength and flex characteristics of the outgoing Fatbar Carbon model.
There’s an updated Formula Selva R fork due in November… and we’ve ridden it
Read our enduro fork test and you’ll see that we consider the myriad of tuning possibilities offered by Formula Selva R are both an asset…
Redesigned WTB Vigilante and a brand new WTB Judge tyre
Details of updates to the WTB Vigilante and WTB Trail Boss, plus a new WTB Judge rear tread and reworked tubeless rim and tyre system.
New Shimano E7000 is like SLX for ebikes
News just landed of a new range of e-bike components called Shimano E7000. Shimano's SLX is called M7000 so we're assuming this is the e-quivalent.
New convertible helmet from Sweet Protection and other stuff
Sweet Protection convertible helmet unveiled. Norwegian helmet and protection brand has unveiled its latest collection for the coming 2019 season.
Are solid lubrication bearings set to revolutionise off-road bikes?
CeramicSpeed have released details of a bearing technology claiming to be maintenance free and highly durable. Solid and baked 'SLT' bearings.
Specialized BLCK DMND tyres designed to be the Goldilocks option
Specialized launch new 'Downhill Tough, Trail Tyre Supple' tyres dubbed Specialized BLCK DMND. They've also updated some of their XC tyres.
EyeCo heads-up display fits inside any goggles or helmet
Launched on crowdfunding site Indiegogo the EyeCo is the first customisable clip-in heads-up display for goggles or helmet visors.
The best mountain bike products of 2018 so far
2018’s Perfect Products! Here are fourteen of the best mountain bike products that received a 10/10 rating from us in 2018.
How to convert SRAM 11-speed to 12-speed for the least amount of money
e*thirteen's TRS Plus 12-speed Kit upgrades your 11-speed SRAM drivetrain to 12 speeds without needing new shifters, derailleurs, cranks, or chainrings.
Be a product reviewer and tell us about your mountain bike helmet!
Do you ride a mountain bike regularly? Do you wear a helmet? If you don't, DO! And if you do, tell us all about your…
Top ways to carry your kit without a backpack
Ditching your pack saves weight and lets you enjoy a more dynamic ride. Here’s how you can ride pack-free, but still stay hydrated and make…