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RockShox Zeb Ultimate and Super Deluxe Ultimate MY23 first ride review
With multiple internal and external updates, the MY23 RockShox range promises to be its best yet. Find out what’s new and how the changes perform…
Nukeproof Scout 290 V3 hardtail first ride review
Nukeproof has just launched the third version of the popular Scout hardtail, and it boasts more progressive geometry, two wheel size options, revised sizing and…
The new Nukeproof Scout V3: a hardcore hardtail with plenty of versatility
Calling all hardcore hardtail fans! The Nukeproof Scout, the only hardtail in the Nukeproof line-up, has always dished out a class leading ride quality and…
Fox 36/38 XL Mud Guard review
These purpose-made mudguards from Fox are designed to work seamlessly with Fox 36 and 38 forks. Like the best mountain bike mudguards, the XL slots…
The Cotic RocketMAX Gen4 enduro bike has landed
UK brand Cotic has released the fourth generation of its RocketMAX enduro bike, with plenty of new bits to shout about. Built to accommodate the…
Endura Hummvee Flat pedal shoe review
There are three options in the new Endura range, two top-end MT500 shoes including a flat pedal and a clipless offering, and this more keenly…
Move Over, Marin County: mountain biking was born in Paris
We had a birthday recently, mbr turned 25 and it inspired us to look back over the early years… know your roots, and all that.…
Specialized Camber helmet review
Visually the Camber looks like the more expensive Ambush 2, but it’s the features rather than the looks that make this lid one of the…
Hope Tech 3 V4 disc brake review
Even though this disc brake is called the Hope Tech 3 V4 (adjustable Tech 3 lever mated to the V4 caliper) it’s actually Hope’s downhill…
Specialized Airtool Switch Comp mini-pump review
In terms of construction, the Specialized Airtool Switch Comp is very similar to the Park Tool PMP 4.2, one of the better, if not the…
Leatt MTB Gravity 4.0 V22 helmet review
Even though the Leatt MTB Gravity 4.0 V22 is designed for enduro racing, it is DH certified so there’s nothing stopping you wearing this on…
Bell Super Air Spherical helmet review
Bell’s new Super Air is the first trail helmet with Flex Spherical + MIPS technology. So rather than a thin plastic liner, the MIPS in…
Rude rides: trails in the rudest places in the UK
From Shitterton to The Knob, the UK is home to some colourfully rude place names that cause endless sniggering amusement on road trips. It’s also…
Fox Dropframe helmet review
The Fox Dropframe is a half-way house between a full face and half shell. It doesn’t have a chin bar but there’s increased coverage at…
TRP Slate T4 Evo disc brake review
At just over £100, the TRP Slate T4 Evo disc brake is basically a cut-price version of the E-MTB, but with a lot of the…
‘Do a Wheelie’ with Danny MacAskill
The wheelie. Tricky to master, it always impresses, and it’s a great fundamental bike skill to boot. Of course if you’re Danny MacAskill, you’re going…
Dainese Linea 01 full-face helmet review
After over a decade out of the helmet game, Italian protection legend Dainese is back with the world’s lightest ever DH-certified full face cycling helmet.…
SRAM Code RSC disc brake review
Once fitted to our test bike, our initial impressions of the SRAM Code RSC disc brake were how noticeably firm it felt as you grabbed…
How to get the most from a trail centre visit
Mountain bike trail centres are brilliant facilities, whether you’re just getting into mountain biking, are looking to develop your skills, or just want a fun…