MIPS is using computer modelling to measure its own effectiveness
Does MIPS really work? It’s a question that’s been asked many times before, but deciding what extra protection that famous yel...
Something to look forward to when Lockdown lifts: 5 great places to ride in 2021
The best new trails, biggest pump tracks and freshest rebuilds for the year ahead - global pandemic permitting of course!The best ...
Huge Lockdown sales surge for Whyte
Whyte's bike enjoyed an incredible upswing in sales, thanks to lockdown triggered demand. One of Britain’s most established off-...
Docs say EWS racers need better shoulder protection
More than 2000 enduro riders helped to finally check the facts, regarding injury risk and enduro racing. Dimitri Tordo caught out ...
Tensions in Macclesfield Forest
One of the Peak District's most popular mountain bike venues, has experienced vandalism. The vandaised sign in Macclesfield Forest...
The best waterproof mountain bike jackets for getting through wet weather
Staying warm and dry in is easy with the right outer layer: we put the best waterproof mountain bike jackets to the test. Light sh...
Tigré is a terrifically versatile steel hardtail
Rapidé's frame debut is the long and adaptable Tigré, capable of running 140mm forks and multiple axle standards. If you are aft...
My best trail: as chosen by Chris Porter
Mtb’s movers and shakers select their favourite places to rideThe most outspoken man in mountain biking, Chris despaired at the ...
No Sour aftertaste with this Crumble
The Crumble is a German steel hardtail that just wants to rail corners and have fun. When you think German trail hardtails, one im...
Buyer’s guide to building up a mountain bike frame
If you're browsing through mountain bike frame listings looking to upgrade your current bike, here's everything you should know be...
Dirty Deals: January Sales special edition
New Year Sales special edition of Dirty Deals features plenty of tools, clothing and helmets - all the usual popular items for mod...
Go bullmoose enduro with Farr’s Headspace stem
Farr has a new Headspace wide clamp stem that combines classic style with impressive stiffness properties. If you long for that cl...
BH goes downcountry with Lynx Evo LT
The Spanish bike brand has redesigned its Lynx frame for more stiffness and better geometry. If you do not have a downcountry bike...
Raw carbon now an Orbea frame option
The Spanish brand has added a pure carbon finish to four of its mountain bike models. Many industrial designers believe carbon-fib...
Getting your Specialized Enduro to 180mm
If you want more travel from a 2020 Specialized Enduro, this aftermarket link is the answer. The inevitable desire to tinker with ...
Muc-Off offers better value in a can
If dripping lubrication is a frustration to you, Muc-Off now has an aerosolized version of its wet lube. Winter riding is tough on...
Dutch enduro gearbox bike shows slick trigger shift
The Instinctiv M-series blends a carbon-fibre frame with Pinion's gearboxes and a better shifter. The Netherlands might be short o...
How a grandfather from Newport set up kids’ bike charity from his back yard
Working from his garden shed in Newport, a grandfather has single-handedly rebuilt more than 500 bikes and donated them to kids an...
German bike brands cancel UK orders blaming Brexit
Brexit has the potential to influence many aspects of life, including your choice of new bike or components. The issue of an unres...
Aether 9 now available in aluminium
The metal version of Bird's Aether 9C, delivers daring frame angles for a 130mm 29er, without breaking the budget. For every great...
