Binding and grinding headsets annoy all. But Danish low-friction bearing specialist, CeramicSpeed, has something close to a ‘headset-for-life’. The company’s Solid Lubrication Technology (SLT) is a new application of an…
Mountain Bike Rider
He said, “Get off the bike or I will knife you”
He said, “get off the bike or I will knife you.” Being a mtb rider, I said to him, “you better make the first one count”, and with that we…
Laurie Greenland leaves Mondraker
Mondraker’s most successful rider is leaving the Spanish mountain bike brand’s downhill team. After six years, Laurie Greenland will be moving on to another UCI DH outfit for 2022. His…
Best mountain bike saddles: are you sitting comfortably?
We've ridden the backside out of our shorts to draw up this list of the very best mountain bike saddles available for all types of trail riders.
Stainless steel for Starling’s first hardtail
Starling has finally added a hardtail option to its portfolio of rowdy steel bikes. The new Roost is a hardtail with stainless steel tubing, typically pleasing design details and progressive…
How to look after your ankles: your most important shock absorbers
If you want to ride faster, jump higher or simply smash through rock gardens, strong, flexible ankles are essential.
Best women’s mountain bike saddles: are you sitting comfortably?
Women's mountain bike saddles have specific requirements, but ultimately we’re looking for an armchair ride with a bar stool build. Words: Laura Bailey
Hot stuff: Stumpy Evo Elite, Mega Mullet, £50 lube and more
What we’re excited about this month: Specialized Stumpjumper Evo Elite, Nukeproof Mega 297 frame, Downtime Podcast's Episode 1 Print Journal, Race Face Indy shorts, Five Ten Sleuth, Garmin CamperVan, Muc-Off…
Levo adds alloy and cheaper carbon options
Specialized has made its third-generation Turbo Levo a lot more accessible, with new alloy frame derivatives. The latest Levo range has a powerful mid-drive system and significant geometry adjustment. Specialized…
How to live out of a van
The humble van, beloved of builders, getaway drivers and mountain bikers alike, it’s also one half of a double life for the MTBVanLife guys.
Canfield strikes back with Jedi 29er
Amid the current trend towards high-pivot everything, Canfield has updated its downhill offering with bigger wheels. The American boutique trail, enduro and downhill brand has a long history of high-pivot…
Can you rise to the challenge of Lord Hereford’s Knob? And other rude routes
The UK is home to some colourful place names and some equally vibrant riding. Here are five of our favourite rides that combine the two. After all, it’d be rude…
Scott Patron eRide 900 Tuned first ride review
Scott’s futuristic new Patron eRide aims to be one of the best electric bikes on the market, and comes packed with features, such a remote lockout, hidden shock and optimised…
Looking into the carbon footprint of a mountain bike
Cycling is good for the planet, but what about mountain biking? Trek’s sustainability report, the first of its kind from a bike brand, looks at the carbon footprint of its…
Schwalbe wants to use old tyres – to make new ones
Upcycling and sustainability have been powerful themes in mountain biking during 2021. Most brands are revaluating their sourcing, packing and shipping, to reduce the environmental impact of producing frames, components…
High-pivot steel DH bike beauty with Starling’s Sturn V2
Starling is best known for the purity of its steel frame designs. But if you desire that classic Reynolds 853 look, with some very contemporary rear-suspension tech, Starling does quite…
A 36er carbon hardtail with all the rollover
Just when you think the wheel size issue has settled, someone creates a new term for debate. Although most product planners have settled on the 29er as being mountain biking’s…
My best trail: as chosen by Steve Peat
Where to start... a downhill legend, Peaty is a multiple World Cup winner and former world champ, and one of the best mountain bike racers of all time.
How to maximise stability when push comes to shove on singletrack
If the secret in going fast is being a confident rider, then the secret to confidence is control.
Trail Blazers: Ryan and Jason Bullimore, Tirpentwys Trails
A volunteer-built trail centre in South Wales honours its young founder with every pedal stroke and with its quest for recognition.