Man of the moment Bernard Kerr posted the fastest time down the Red Bull Hardline track last weekend. Here's how it looked from his point of view.
Mountain Bike Rider
It’s official: 29ers are faster than 26in bikes
A special XC course was laid out in the shadow of Mt Toblerone (no, really). Half was designed to favour a 29er, the other half was meant to be easier…
Maxxis Tomahawk tyre review
As an all-rounder the Tomahawk falls short, but as a rear-specific dry condition tyre it comes recommended.
The new 2017 Commençal META TR V4.2
The Commencal Meta TR V4.2 is a 130mm travel trail bike that runs with a 130-140mm fork up front. It's a smidge slacker than the previous Meta TR but otherwise…
MBR October 2016
Want the latest MBR delivered to your door every month? Check out our latest subscription offer, or try MBR’s digital editions on iPad, Android, Kindle and more… The latest issue…
Five Ten Sam Hill Impact 3 shoe review
Aussie DH champ Sam Hill has helped update the classic Five Ten Impact Low into this signature model, which, by using several new materials gets improved comfort and drying speed.
Syntace Number Nine Titan flat pedal review
Eye-wateringly expensive it may be, but the NumberNine Titan is top quality.
How to master tricky corners
Tight corners are hard enough without a drop, rock or root appearing slap bang in the middle of the best line: keep your speed and control like this…
Six talking points from Red Bull Hardline
The third edition of the Red Bull Hardline went down at the weekend in North Wales. The self-described “world’s toughest downhill race” was won by Bernard Kerr. It was a fantastic…
Dirty Deals: Lights, lights and more lights
Bargain hunting time! Here are six great lights at amazing prices to bung in your basket.
Best 160mm suspension forks
Eight of the best big-hitting 160mm suspension forks tested, including the RockShox Lyrik, Fox 36, Bos Deville, Suntour Durolux and Manitou Mattoc Pro.
RockShox Lyrik RCT3 Solo Air 160mm fork review
Solid, reliable and easy to set up, the new RockShox Lyrik offers first class performance.
Bos Deville 3-Way TRC 160mm fork review
The silky smooth action of the Bos Deville means that traction and comfort on loose, rough trails are both first rate.
X-Fusion Sweep 160mm fork review
X-Fusion is playing catch-up, there are better options on the market right now.
RockShox Yari RC 160mm fork review
This is an excellent 160mm fork for the money — stiff, reasonably light and you couldn’t set it up badly if you tried.
Manitou Mattoc Pro 160mm fork review
The Manitou Mattoc Pro is hugely adjustable and easily the best entry-level 160mm fork on test.
How to set up SRAM Eagle
Easy to follow video shows you how to build up and set up your SRAM Eagle and have it performing at the optimum level.
Cotic Rocket Max Platinum Plus (2016) first ride
Cotic’s new Rocket Max is primed for take-off with either 29in or 27.5 Plus wheels
Shimano XT Di2 versus the Scottish Highlands
Watch Matt Hunter and Thomas Vanderham bzzt-click their way from Bonar Bridge to Applecross in a beautifully shot video that will get you plotting your own Scottish adventure.
“I don’t need an Olympic medal” says Rachel Atherton
She no longer "needs the validation of an Olympic medal" after completing her perfect 2016 season. There is also talk of Atherton having a crack at enduro racing.