Autumn is here. The trails are wetter, roots and rocks seem to be everywhere, and the ground that once provided grip and stability is now…
Technique
Common mistakes road cyclists make when switching to mountain bikes
Ex-pro road rider James McCallum learns to take the rough with the smooth by controlling his body position.
How to ride faster without taking more risks
Let’s look at a game plan that will allow you to carry speed and set quicker times without exposing you to more risk.
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.
How to find your flow when mountain biking
Andy Barlow from Dirt School shows us how to get there, with some some deliberate techniques and skills to focus on. Follow his expert advice…
E-bike skills: wield your e-bike like precision tool instead of blunt instrument
Learn how to increase control and power on your e-bike, with one of the world's best trials rider as your coach - Chris Akrigg.
I went to a mountain bike skills coach and this is what I learnt
We head along to a mountain bike coaching day with multiple national champ and DH racer Katy Curd to regain some trail zen.
Women’s mountain bike skills 101
New riders or seasoned veterans alike should brush up on their basics, here’s how to get started with coach Katy Curd.
Hone your trail-riding by getting specific and setting targets
With summer just round the corner and dry trails on the horizon again, make the best possible use of your time by setting some deliberate…
How to bunny hop a mountain bike
Learning how to bunny hop and quickly create lift will allow you to smooth out trails by using obstacles to your advantage, as well as…
How to choose the best line
How to plan ahead on the trails and pick the savviest lines. Ride smarter.
Mountain bikes have changed but outdated advice lives on
We reassess yesterday’s received wisdom to make sure it works for you on the trails today.
Get fit for mountain biking: deadlifts
Want to be a stronger, faster rider? Start deadlifting. Pedal harder for longer, hold a more solid riding position and take bigger impacts buckling.
More bike skills you can practice in your garden
Spending time learning how to play on your bike will mean that, once you're out on the trails, you have better familiarity and more control.
How to go for a bike ride in your back garden
If you're not supposed to be out mixing with the general public at the moment, you can still go for a ride. If you have…
Why track stands are useful and how to do them
It takes time, humility and lot of determination to really get your head around track stands, but the satisfaction of finally getting them is addictive.
Pedals level or outside foot down?
Take a look at these images, you can see that with your feet level you’re creating a wider stance, which is much less likely to…
Wheelies, back hops and cutties are fun but also improve your trailcraft
Wheelies, back hops and cutties are fun but will also improve your trailcraft, so stop being self-conscious and upgrade your skills by relearning how to…
Are your brake levers too far out? Take this test
The problem with brake levers is they’re designed around average sizes and come pre-set position. Tune in your reach to upgrade your control.
You’ve been braking incorrectly all this time and now it’s time to sort it out
Braking is about so much more than just stopiing, or taking the fear out of speed. Use your brakes with skill and style and you'll…