Whyte has a new version of its big travel e-bike, the e-180 – this time it’s a mullet setup with 29in wheel out front and 27.5in on the rear, and…
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Best tubeless tire repair kits: plug holes without having to stick a tube in
There are a few good ways to avoid getting punctures – optimum tire pressures for the trail, better line choices, choosing the best tire for your riding conditions, sufficient sealant…
New Bosch Performance Line CX Race motor: lighter, more assistance, and ready to race
Bosch, creators of some of the most popular e-bike motors, has been at the forefront of this development, and has just released a new race-focussed motor, the Bosch Performance Line…
Best water bottles for mountain biking: keep thirst at bay when you don’t want to wear a pack
Staying hydrated is an essential element of mountain biking given the level of exertion involved, and this only gets more crucial with time, distance and temperature. With that in mind,…
Introducing the feature-packed ABUS AirDrop full face helmet
ABUS helmets has released its first gravity-focussed downhill lid, years in the making and with the input of mountain biking legends Cedric Gracia, Richie Schley and Gabriel Wibmer. With adjustable…
Cream teas and incredible tracks: the EX Enduro is a must-ride event
What makes an event so good you want to return to it again and again? Well, the EX Enduro seems to have it as regular MBR contributor Mick Kirkman couldn’t…
Wolf Tooth 8-bit Pliers review
Wolf Tooth’s 8-bit takes a different approach to most of the best multi-tools on the market. Instead of a Swiss Army style handle with folding tools, Wolf Tooth has designed…
Santa Cruz Nomad first ride review
The Santa Cruz Nomad has long been one of the best enduro mountain bikes on the market, but the last version was a bit behind the curve with its 27.5in…
How to ride wet roots and slippery trails on a mountain bike
When the rains come and the trails are slick with mud and strewn with wet roots, it’s worth spending some time zoning in on your wet weather technique. Slippery trails…
Best mountain bike water bottle cage: fluid carrying solutions for all frame styles
Buying the best bottle cage for mountain biking isn’t just a matter of getting something your water bottle can simply sit in and be easily accessible mid-ride, although those elements…
Merida One-Sixty 8000 first ride review
Merida hope the new One-Sixty will propel it into the ranks of the best enduro mountain bikes. You know what? It’s got a pretty good chance… Need to know Two…
Video: Riding into motherhood
When mountain biker, gravel rider and athlete Amanda Chapin discovered she was pregnant, she knew that she wanted to keep cycling throughout her pregnancy if she could, and her experiences…
Madison DTE Waterproof Trousers review
Madison offers several waterproof bottoms starting at the basic Protec and topping out with the DTE (Defy the Elements) a heavy-hitting waterproof trouser. Madison uses a 2.5layer fabric (basically an…
Fake bikes: counterfeit mountain bikes and why you should avoid them
We found a bargain – a brand new carbon frame, complete with VPP lower link driven shock layout and Santa Cruz good looks for less than $1,000. If that sounds…
MBR October 2022 – 281
The latest issue of MBR is out now, and as ever it’s packed full of inspiring ideas and routes to help you find new places to get out and ride.…
Video: Take a Californian road trip with the updated Juliana Joplin
Just like the Juliana Furtado and pretty much all of its Santa Cruz siblings like the Tallboy, the Juliana Joplin has just had a refresh and update. The new iteration…
Get connected: SRAM explores the possibilities of wireless connectivity for bikes
Connected technology is something most people are familiar with in their day-to-day lives; our watches monitor our sleep, we can turn on our central heating using an app, and so…
Generation 5 Tallboy gets the Santa Cruz update treatment
The beloved Santa Cruz Tallboy joins the rest of the Santa Cruz range in getting an update and refresh, but this is less of a makeover and more about making…
Rab Thermic Neutrino Sleeping Bag Liner review
Rab’s Thermic Neutrino is a tapered thermal liner designed to fit in the Neutrino range of bags, but just as happy in any other brand’s offering. It’s superbly well made,…
‘Earth is now our only shareholder’; Patagonia owner steps away from the brand he created
Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, announced yesterday that he is relinquishing ownership of the company he founded nearly 50 years ago. Patagonia will now be owned by two legal entities that…