Cornering can be one of the most satisfying experiences you can have. How can you improve your game plan so that you can ensure you…
Technique
What most mountain bikers are really scared of: gap jumps and doubles
From rooty sections to fallen trees, depressions to drainage ditches - here's how to jump gaps with confidence.
How to jump on a mountain bike
With the correct knowledge and the right approach anyone can get air. There’s no trick to jumping, anyone can go big with the proper technique.…
Physical and mental hacks to help you up the pace whatever the trail
For this guide we switch from the specific to the general, with advice on the physical and mental hacks to help you up the pace…
Nine tips to help you survive the Megavalanche
It's Megavalanche time! If you - or someone you know - is thinking of doing the Mega then bookmark this page and forward it on…
Cage fighting skills for mountain bikers
Cage fights and gnarly trails are won in your head, says FC fighter and Niner rider Durkin. Here's how to focus on conquering your foe.
How to ride hairpin bends
Downhill switchbacks can catch you out if you go in unprepared. Here are some of the best (and worst) approaches to take.
What is the steepest stuff e-bikes can climb up?
e-bikes can open up a whole new world of sessioning. Uphill sessioning! With plenty of banter, line choice debating, and general tomfoolery.
How to ride a pump track
The backbone of modern mountain biking, pumping is an oft-overlooked opportunity to exploit the trails. Andy from Dirt School tells us how to pump track.
Six weird ways to ride faster
Tired of the same old boring tips? We’ve teamed up with a sports scientist to offer some of the more unusual ways you can increase…
Why you shouldn’t pedal downhill
Pump or pedal? Time for science to reveal whether it’s faster to pump or pedal on downhills. There’s no easy, scientific way to answer that…
Three trials skills ideal for trail riders
Practice the slow-speed balance and pinpoint judgement that trials demands and you’ll improve your regular riding skills too. Ollie Wilkins explains how… 1. Easy –…
How to find the time to ride
Middle-aged mountain bikers with families all struggle to get out on their bike. Here are nine practical and FREE things you can put into practice…
Pump track skills for trail riders
Pump tracks are everywhere, from skills zones to city centres — here’s how to give yourself a workout, pump up your trail riding skills and…
Line choice masterclass with Brendan Fairclough (VIDEO)
Looking ahead to anticipate the lay of the land is a fundamental riding skill. Here Brendog helps us fall in line...
Weighting and unweighting masterclass with Brendan Fairclough (VIDEO)
Changing the pressure you exert through the bars and pedals can let you flow with the terrain and boost your speed
10 ways to better riding
Test your riding in new environments, splash out on some gear or give your skills a polish… you can improve your ride no matter what…