Your bike might be rocking one of the best disc brake systems on the market, but there are still ways you can boost your stopping power. Rotors are one way.…
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Teravail Honcho tyre review
This Honcho is US brand Teravail’s aggro trail tyre that comes in two casing options and two widths, and aims to compete with the best trail tyres such as Maxxis’…
MBR May 2022 – 275
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.…
279 becomes Orange’s fastest DH rig
Gravity racers with a soft spot for a rugged aluminium frame aesthetic and high chainstay rear triangles, will love Orange’s new 279. The brand’s latest downhill bike debuted in France…
YT Capra MX Uncaged 9 first ride review
The YT Capra has long been one of the best enduro bikes on the market, as well as one of the most affordable. Does YT’s latest Uncaged 9 model live…
Marzocchi Bomber CR coil shock review
The best coil shocks are enjoying something of a resurgence at the moment as riders look for extra grip and damping performance on more challenging terrain, be that steeper or…
Bryton Rider 420 GPS review
The Bryton Rider 420 packs many of the functions of fancier bike-specific GPS navigation units into a smaller, more affordable package. If you’re serious about training you can also connect…
Lapierre’s updated XR cross-country bike is lighter and more progressive
As elite cross-country courses evolve in technicality and toughness, cross-country bikes have evolved to handle them. The Lapierre XR, and its XC- marathon-ready sibling the Lapierre XRM, have been redesigned…
Mountain bike brands commit to boxing clever with sustainable packaging
The mountain bike industry is moving apace to reduce wasteful packaging and embrace sustainable shipping. A theme of the supply chain disruption endured by mountain bike brands since the pandemic,…
Specialized Supacaz ePedal e-bike pedal review
The best mountain bike flat pedals of modern times all have one thing in common – their big, sturdy platform. The Supacaz ePedal looks to flip this on its head…
Ryobi 18V One+ Cordless 22bar Power Washer Kit review
The Ryobi 18V One+ Cordless 22bar Power Washer is one of the best mobile pressure washers to date. There, we’ve got that out the way from the off. It’s a…
O’Neal Mud Waterproof shorts review
O’Neal’s latest top-tier Mud shorts use a thick three-layer fabric that’s extremely waterproof, tough and rip resistant. Inside, well glued, fully-taped seams don’t skimp on the overlap and outer pockets…
Santa Cruz Chameleon first ride review
The much-revered Santa Cruz Chameleon turns 25 in 2022 (much like our beloved MBR magazine). This do-it-all hardtail rolled into production in 1997 and is one of the longest-running model…
The new Dainese Linea 01 may be the lightest full-face helmet on the market
Italian protection expert Dainese has returned to the MTB helmet market after a long break with a brand-new range. Targeting trail, enduro and e-bike riders, its fresh line up comprises…
YT’s Capra and Decoy get special edition Uncaged 9 models with Ohlins suspension and mullet wheels
Calling all mullet-lovers. YT has unleashed new MX special editions with trick Ohlins suspension, coil shocks and Crankbrothers wheels. Both the high acclaimed Decoy (one of the best e-bikes on…
Sinyard no longer Specialized CEO
One of the original mountain biking innovators has handed over the reins at Specialized. Mike Sinyard is disengaging from his position as Specialized CEO, but will remain in a chairperson…
BikeYoke drops new Barkeeper stem
BikeYoke is best known for its dropper posts, but the German component maker has revealed a new 35mm bore stem – the Barkeeper. A single-piece stem without the traditional faceplate,…
SRM brings X-Power (meter) tech to flats
If you are a flat pedal purist, it doesn’t mean you don’t care about watts. Riders who prefer the support and control of riding flats, might not be obvious candidates…
Archer updates its ‘alternative’ D1x wireless shifting system
After SRAM’s breakthrough AXS Eagle wireless system launched in 2019, electronic shifting has moved from fantasy to reality – for many riders. The legacy drivetrain market remains dominated by SRAM…
Airdrop into your flowtrail without any Filter
Want to filter more fun into your rides instead of muting trail feedback? Airdrop’s new 27.5” bike might be just the thing. The Peak District company differs from most other…