The Canyon Exceed CF SL 7.0 Pro Race is one of those bikes that is helping to redefine a complete genre of mountain biking.
£2,699.00
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29er hardtail
Norco Charger 2 (2018) review
When we unboxed the Norco Charger 2 we thought it was a commuter bike, due to the skinny 2.1in WTB Nineline tyres.
£725.00
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Voodoo Bizango (2018) review
After going AWOL from Hardtail of the Year test last year, the Voodoo Bizango is back in our line-up for 2018 and the break seems to have worked wonders.
£650.00
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Specialized Chisel Expert (2018) first ride
Specialized Chisel Expert is a fun mix of privateer race bike for those that can’t justify an Epic and a trail bike capable of long distance adventuring.
£1,700.00
Specialized Rockhopper Comp
The Specialized Rockhopper is a name dripping in MTB history. There are not many other bikes boasting a heritage spanning over four decades. For many of us, the Rockhopper was…
£675.00
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First Ride: Lapierre ProRace 729 2018
Lapierre has gone all out in producing a completely revamped ProRace for 2018. Going beyond what is expected from a modern cross country hardtail, the French company has revealed what…
Cannondale Trail 4 (2017) review
The Cannondale Trail 4 has the best-finished frame on test, with some nice touches like the slim seat stays, which really help soften the ride.
£699.99
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Sonder Broken Road (2017) first ride
The Sonder Broken Road is built for adventure, so where better to test it than on a 10-day expedition in the Himalayas? Great geometry and pricing.
£1,899.00
Trek X-Caliber 8 (2016) review
The Trek looks amazing and has a decent spec, it’s just a shame the frame isn’t more trail-focused
£749.00
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Scott Scale 970 (2016) review
A 29er with a 100mm-travel fork, Maxxis Ikon tyres and an equally cross country/race focus
£699.00
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Marin Bobcat Trail 9.3 (2016) review
Stable 29er wheels and great contact points
£469.00
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Cube AIM SL (2016) review
Hamstrung by its geometry, proportions and small volume tyres
£479.00
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Boardman MTB Pro 29 (2016) review
If you want to gallop flat out over big miles the thoroughbred Boardman is first past the post
£999.99
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Canyon Grand Canyon AL 5.9 (2016) review
This is still the bike for fast trail rides and covering distance
£699.00
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Ragley Bigwig (2016) review
Great fun, but a little short - £1,549.99
£1,549.99
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Onza Payoff (2016) review
Retro inspired hardtail with a modern touch
£1,599.00
Transition TransAM 29 longterm review
The Transition TransAM 29 is a total blast to ride but it needs to go on a diet
£1,899.00
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Kona Honzo AL (2016) review
Lighter and more agile than the original, the aluminium Honzo has a whole new attitude - £1,199
£1,199.00
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Trek Procaliber SL 9.7 2016 (review)
Need to know: New vertical-flex frame design for more comfortable seated ride Ultra-wide Boost hubs create stiffer, stronger wheels Carbon frame, with internal cable routing for clean lines Size-specific wheels: 15.5in…
£2,250.00
Trek Stache 9 29+ (2016) review
We challenge anyone who loves mountain biking to ride this bike and not come away impressed - £2,700
£2,700.00
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