Give classic bodyweight exercises a twist to maximise ride-specific strength
Riding isn’t just about moving front to back, like most exercises in the gym – think squats and deadlifts. And while squats an...
Here are the best things Shimano ever did for MTB
Shimano is 100 years old this week. 100 years ago a 26 year old called Shozaburo Shimano made a singlespeed freewheel, using one 1...
This titanium pedal is only 50g
Some very clever titanium engineering has produced a pedal which is remarkably light – yet strong. Sturdy Cycles, March 2021. P...
Rime flats promise not to slip
Specialized's new Rime flat pedal shoe gives all the grip, on and off the bike. Mountain bikers who desire a multi-purpose flat pe...
Peaty’s LinkLube Wet smells good – works a treat
E-bikes were a crucial part of validating this new wet chain lube, from Steve Peat. The Steve Peat product portfolio has been expa...
True blue trail upgrade for Hamsterley
Proposals have been submitted to improve the mountain bike offering at Hamsterley Forest. Mountain bikers in the North East of Eng...
Here’s where I’m going when lockdown ends
Up a big flip-off mountainContrary to what a lot of people seem to already think, lockdown is not over. You can't travel to ride. ...
Sonder Dials value into this XC hardtail
If you want something a little steeper and keener on the climbs, this Dial has your number. Sonder has added to its value mountain...
How to choose the best line
How to plan ahead on the trails and pick the savviest lines. Ride smarter.How to plan ahead on the trails and pick the savviest li...
Best mountain bike lights: helmet mounted and bar mounted
Here's our pick of the best mountain bike lights. Bombing around in the dark may seem like a mad thing to do, but night riding is ...
GG Trail Pistol goes full carbon
Shaping your own carbon-fibre has advantages. As GG's lighter and stiffer Trail Pistol illustrates. Guerrilla Gravity is finally o...
Current best mountain bike knee pads deals
They are pretty much part of the MTBer's uniform, here's our pick of the best mountain bike knee pads deals from the best online c...
Get a foot out with these 2FO DH kicks
An update to the 2FO range, designed specifically for the needs of downhill riders and racers. Specialized has added new DH varian...
Jeffsy becomes first YT to use Core numbers
The German gravity and trail bike company is moving towards a new naming convention. YT has announced a change in the naming conve...
My favourite ten seconds of mountain biking
What's your favourite bit of trail? That's right, "bit of trail". I'm not talking about whole trails. It's relatively easy to pick...
Lincolnshire bike park in the works
Riders in Lincolnshire could have a great new bike park asset come into being. Lincolnshire mountain bikers might soon gain a grea...
Metal Capra proves less can be more
YT's Capra is now available in new aluminium frame options, offering a lot of suspension travel at value prices.YT has added two n...
Get started on: understanding concussion
Concussion is tricky to diagnose but should never be ignored; EWS’s new pocketbook is a great way to educate yourselfActing toug...
Current best mountain bike handlebars deals
There are loads of reasons to swap out your bars, so with this in mind here's our pick of the current best mountain bike handlebar...
Evans Cycles to cut 300 staff and put remaining on zero-hours contracts
According to reports in The Guardian, the Frasers Group-owned bike shop chain is expected to axe hundreds of jobs and move the rem...
