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Bikepacking through Wales – The Wales Divide

Reversing the Welsh portion of the GB Divide, this ride starts in Wrexham and finishes in the Forest of Dean.

Tue, Jul 16, 2024 12:00
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How to watch the Paris Olympics mountain bike cross-country

Everything you need to know about the 2024 Paris Olympic XC mountain bike cross-country, including who to watch.

Mon, Jul 15, 2024 13:00
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Lapierre’s double-pivot Spicy CF, Parcours new aero wheels, Trek’s Top Fuel, Kona’s Process and more

It's been another big one for tech releases. Let's catch up.

Sun, Jul 14, 2024 13:00
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Five Cool Things from 7iDP, ODI, Apidura and Schwalbe

This week's coolest test kit and the best stories.

Fri, Jul 12, 2024 12:00
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The Charlie Aldridge interview – UK’s newest Olympic hope

We chat with the flying scotsman about his Olympic goals, life at Cannondale Factory Racing and more.

Wed, Jul 10, 2024 09:00
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Rising from the Dust – the Lachlan Morton interview

We catch up with Unbound Gravel winner Lachlan Morton to delve into his thoughts on the race, and the evolution of gravel racing and to find out what lies ahead for him.

Tue, Jul 09, 2024 11:00
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The Specialized Stumpjumper 15, DJI’s Avinox, the Merida Big.Trail and more

It's been another massive week for tech news.

Sun, Jul 07, 2024 11:00
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Five Cool Things from Merida, GT, Rapha, Vecnum and Crankbrothers

This week's most exciting test kit and the top stores.

Fri, Jul 05, 2024 12:00
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Eurobike 2024 Gallery: the best bits of Europe’s biggest bike show

All the highlights and weird kit from Europe's biggest bike trade show.

Fri, Jul 05, 2024 11:25
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Tom Ritchey and the evolution of mountain bikes

We talk all things mountain biking with the godfather of off-road bicycle design.

Fri, Jul 05, 2024 07:55
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Merida Big.Trail 600 first ride review – Great price, great geo, exceptional ride

Merida has modernised its trail hardtail, the Big.Trail and we got some time on it ahead of the launch.

Wed, Jul 03, 2024 07:00
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Specialized S-Works Stumpjumper 15 first-ride review

What better way to celebrate 50 years in the business than giving one of the most famous trail bikes in the industry an overhaul? Say hello to the new Stumpjumper.

Tue, Jul 02, 2024 16:00
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Formula One tech and MTB, OneUp Components hubs, Rondo’s RUUT and the Starling Mini-Murmur

A recap of this week's tech stories.

Sat, Jun 29, 2024 11:00
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The latest Norco Sight, more from Title, Crankbrothers Mallet E LS and Hutchinson’s racey gravel tyres

Our weekly round up of the top tech to come in for testing, and the best stories.

Fri, Jun 28, 2024 13:00
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Industry Insider – MTB Career Insights with Rory Hitchens

We talk with industry stalwart, Rory Hitchens about his career and where it all began.

Fri, Jun 28, 2024 08:20
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Can F1 technology benefit mountain biking? Rimpact thinks so with its Tuned Mass Damper

We chat with Rimpact to learn more about its Tuned Mass Damper which claims to save a second from every minute.

Wed, Jun 26, 2024 13:00
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Starling Cycles Mini-Murmur first-ride review – big fun in a small-travel package

Starling has dipped its toe into the world of downcountry. Here's what the new bike is all about.

Tue, Jun 25, 2024 14:00
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More RockShox Flight Attendant news, Specialized’s Chisel FS, 5Dev’s gravel cranks and our Tweedlove highlights

This week's top tech stories.

Sat, Jun 22, 2024 11:00
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Five Cool Things from Orbea, Title, Peaty’s, Rapha and Alpinestars

The coolest things in for test and the best new stories.

Fri, Jun 21, 2024 13:00
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When should you replace your bicycle helmet?

The expert's advice on when you should change lids.

Thu, Jun 20, 2024 10:22
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Are cross-country bikes the new quiver killers?

Tech editor Liam reckons that cross-country bikes are severely underestimated.

Wed, Jun 19, 2024 13:00
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Tweedlove highlights: Atherton S170, Propain e-enduro mtb, Deviate Tilander, Orbea Wild and more

Tweed valley's biggest bike festival brought together a bunch of brands and some very cool bikes.

Tue, Jun 18, 2024 13:00
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The Specialized Crux, RockShox’s new suspension, Giant’s kid’s bikes and Ritchey’s updated P-29er

It's been a huge week for tech news so don't worry if you've not caught up, we've got you covered.

Sat, Jun 15, 2024 11:30
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The 2025 RockShox Lyrik Ultimate, Privateer’s Gen 2 141, the Muc-Off Air Mach and more

A bike, fork and a carbon fibre pump make it into this week's Five Cool Things.

Fri, Jun 14, 2024 12:00
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Cartridge vs. cup-and-cone bearings: Everything you need to know

Which wheel bearing system do you really need and why?

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 13:30
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FNLD GRVL 2024 race preview

High-speed groads expected for the main 177km Midnight Sun route.

Wed, Jun 12, 2024 07:46
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Fulcrum’s wavy rims, Bianchi’s new gravel bike and SRAM’s Pod Rocker

This week's tech news roundup.

Sat, Jun 08, 2024 11:00
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Five Cool Things from Fulcrum, Crankbrothers, Maxxis, Topeak and Pirelli

Our weekly round up of the coolest test kit to come through the office and the best news highlights.

Fri, Jun 07, 2024 11:45
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Unbound Gravel 2024 – conclusions and takeaways

How the race unfolded and what it means for gravel racing and it’s future.

Wed, Jun 05, 2024 07:44
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Aero wheels from Easton and DT swiss, CamelBak’s bikepacking range and Mondraker’s Gulf-inspired NEAT

This week's top tech news.

Sat, Jun 01, 2024 12:00
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Shimano’s GE7 shoes, Ergon’s e-MTB saddle, AMS frame protection and more

This week's Five Cool Things and the best stories of the week.

Fri, May 31, 2024 13:00
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Back from beyond the cinder cone, Kona re-purchased by original founders

With the great news that Kona Bicycles is now back in the creative hands of its founders, we take a look into the back story of this iconic and slightly whacky bike brand.

Wed, May 29, 2024 09:00
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YT Industries’ 1990-inspired Jeffsy, Shimano GRX Di2, top clipless pedals and Giant’s giant sale + more

New stuff from Shimano, YT Industries, Fox and more – your chance to tap into this week's top tech releases all in one place.

Sat, May 25, 2024 12:00
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Five Cool things from Abus, OnGuard, Maxxis, Magicshine and Kids Ride Shotgun

This week’s roundup features a full face lid, a Zip Lock with a big difference, new XC race rubber + some well priced shades and a cool piece of rope (yes, really) AND the top stories to hit the site in the last seven days

Fri, May 24, 2024 14:00
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Industry Insider: MTB career insights with Sam Morris

From bike shops to professional guiding, not a job for the faint of heart.

Fri, May 24, 2024 09:24
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Gobik in style — the coolest new summer cycling clothing from Spanish innovators Gobik

We look at the new summer range of kit from Spain’s most exciting cycle clothing brand, Gobik

Thu, May 23, 2024 11:20
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Your complete guide to the 2024 Fox suspension fork range from the 32 Step Cast to the 40

A deep dive into all the tech that makes Fox's fork range tick.

Wed, May 22, 2024 09:00
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McLaren’s hyperbike, DT Swiss’s new F 1900 wheels, the 10th anniversary of the Gravelking and GRVL’s Team GB kit

This week's retrospective on all of the top tech news.

Sun, May 19, 2024 11:00
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Bicycle chains explained – everything you need to know

Understanding and caring for your off-road cycling chain.

Sat, May 18, 2024 11:00
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Smith Optic’s Payroll helmet, Cane Creek’s bouncy stem and fresh rubber from Pirelli

And a look back at this week's best stories.

Fri, May 17, 2024 13:00
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The world’s mightiest gravel tyre celebrates its 10th anniversary — learn all about the iconic Panaracer GravelKing range

To mark a decade since its first appearance, find out everything you need to know about the Panaracer GravelKing tyres

Tue, May 14, 2024 14:29
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Best pedals, threaded bottom bracket replacement tips and more

We bring to you this week’s tech news roundup.

Sat, May 11, 2024 10:00
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How to replace and upgrade your threaded bottom bracket

Your step by step guide to threaded bottom bracket replacement.

Wed, May 08, 2024 13:00
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Life Time Grand Prix – everything you need to know about the series with the biggest purse in off-road racing

If you follow international off-road bike racing, you’ve probably heard of the Life Time Grand Prix – but what’s it all about?

Tue, May 07, 2024 08:32
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2024 UCI MTB DH World Series – everything you need to know

The UCI MTB DH World Series kicks off this weekend. Here's who to watch and how.

Fri, May 03, 2024 13:38
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High-pivot mountain bikes – everything you need to know

A closer look at the futuristic-looking, high-pivot mountain bike concept.

Fri, May 03, 2024 09:20
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Canyon’s first lightweight e-MTB, Brett Rheeder’s components and more

We bring all the latest news from the mountain biking and gravel world to you.

Sat, Apr 27, 2024 11:00
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The Vans x YT collab and the Deviate Highlander 2

This week has been another big one for news too!

Fri, Apr 26, 2024 12:59
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Retrospective: the evolution of Nino Schurter’s cross-country race bikes

We chat with Nino Schurter about his bikes, tech and his Olympic hopes.

Wed, Apr 24, 2024 13:00
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E-MTB geometry explained: how weight and geometry affect your ride

We dissect the effects of weight and geometry in e-MTB design with help from some industry pros.

Tue, Apr 23, 2024 12:08
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