Three disadvantages: lack of rough stuff on the track, slower on the super fast sections, and less drive on landing slopes. And Gwin is amazing.
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Specialized Stumpjumper 2017 range explained
The Specialized Stumpjumper range has great trail bikes in each of the main wheel sizes. We explain the differences and which one is best for you.
Dirty Deals for Dads: Father’s Day gift ideas
It's Father's Day this coming Sunday - June 18th - so get the Old Man something he'll appreciate. 15 great ideas here.
BikePark Wales charging extra £7 to take e-bikes on the trails
BikePark Wales have become the first and - as far we know - only bike park or trail centre to start charging more for e-bikes.
World Cup DH racers to ride hardtails in protest at dull Leogang track?
There are rumours circulating that some cheeky World Cup downhill racers will go for a coordinated practice run down the controversial Leogang course.
Öhlins unveil 27.5 air fork and coil sprung 29er fork
Details of the new Öhlins 27.5 fork and the new coil sprung 29er fork. And there's also new lighter weight coils for rear shocks coming.
Claudio on a 29er for preview of controversial Leogang track
Yep, it's Claudio o'clock again. This time we see the Swiss Legend on a big wheel Scot Gambler 29 trying to chase down Marcelo Gutierrez.
Transition Smuggler 4 (2017) review
There's nothing logical but something magical about the Transition Smuggler. On paper it shouldn't really work. On dirt it's a different story.
Watch Rachel Atherton popping her shoulder back in
Latest Atherton Diaries vlog contains footage of Rachel dislocating and then relocating her shoulder. Skip to the 11m 30s mark.
Mountain biker dies after breaking leg at Hamsterley
34 year old Richard Jennings died five days after a fall on a steep descent at Hamsterley Forest that saw him break his leg and wrist.
Two new flat pedals from OneUp Components
Two new pedals from OneUp. One is a 12mm-thin aluminium flat pedal and the other is a 18mm-thick composite plastic pedal.
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.
BMC Trailfox AMP 01 LTD first ride
Two years in development, the BMC Trailfox AMP ebike is finally ready. A showstopper at Eurobike the Trailfox AMP is powered up and ready to shred.
7 unanswered questions from Fort William
It's not just the endless hand-wringing over wheel size that people are debating. There was loads of other controversial stuff from Ft Bill.
The MET Roam enduro helmet
Details of the new MET Roam helmet that's designed to be a ideal for enduro racing whilst retaining real-world trail riding practicality.
Stan’s No Tubes Arch MK3 wheelset review
A significant update over the original Arch EX, the Stans Arch MK3 uses a wider rim, taking the internal width to 26mm to help maximise tyre volume.
Giant Rail MIPS helmet review
It’s fair to say that the emergence of MIPS (Multi-directional Impact Protection System) boosted riders’ awareness of helmet safety, and the possible dangers caused by rotational impacts. It’s now increasingly…
New Shimano shoes for enduro and downhill
The new Shimano shoes: Shimano GR9 flat, Shimano GR7 flat, Shimano GR7W flat, Shimano AM901 clipless and Shimano AM701 clipless.
New clipless and flat pedals from Shimano
The new pedals are: Shimano Saint M820 clipless pedals, Shimano Saint M828 flat, Shimano XT M8040 flat and the Shimano GR500 flat.
Dirty Deals: shoes, carbon cranks, Oakleys and much more
The calendar has firmed clicked over to June and mountain bikers are playing some bigger daytrip adventures. Here's some bargains to help you out...