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Scott Genius 900 Ultimate first-ride review

Scott's new trail bike gets integrated shock design and a shed load of cool tech

Thu, Nov 03, 2022 15:00
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Mountain bike size guide – how to get the perfect fit

Know your standover from your reach - here’s everything you need to know about mountain bike sizing and how to get the perfect fit 

Wed, Nov 02, 2022 09:38
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Which bike lights do I need? 8 perfect choices for the 4 most common requirements

The bike light market can be difficult to navigate with so many brands, so many power outputs, and just so many options. But with the help of Moon lights, we’ve simplified things to make sure you only buy exactly what you need

Tue, Nov 01, 2022 16:30
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Canyon K.I.S, Focus’s new e-bike, big Panaracer news and Specialized’s new full susser

Our round up of the very best tech stories of the week

Sun, Oct 30, 2022 13:00
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Cycling shoes: everything you need to know

From flat soles to cleats and women-specific shoes - we've got you covered

Fri, Oct 28, 2022 16:00
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A coil shock from Öhlins, Merida’s new trail bike, a featherweight saddle and more

The latest and coolest kit to arrive this week

Fri, Oct 28, 2022 12:00
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What is singletrack?

Where do you find singletrack, who builds it and why is it such a foundational feature of mountain biking?

Thu, Oct 27, 2022 08:26
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Gravel bike racing – everything you need to know

The rules, the races and equipment of cycling’s fastest-growing category - gravel bike racing

Wed, Oct 26, 2022 09:19
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New shoes from Unparallel and Scott, Wolf Tooth’s Resolve and mega curvy bars from Merit

Here's Five Cool Things and the most exciting news of the week

Fri, Oct 21, 2022 14:00
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Mountain bike Icons – the Hans Rey story

In mountain biking terms, Hans Rey is one of the indisputable greats of the sport having raced everything from trials and downhill to slalom racing  - this is his story

Fri, Oct 21, 2022 09:40
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Cross-country mountain biking: everything you need to know

Steep climbs, technical downs and the odd gap jump - welcome to the action-packed world of cross-country mountain biking

Thu, Oct 20, 2022 12:30
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Gravel cycling: experiencing a women’s bikepacking event

Riding the Sisters in the Wild x East Devon Trail rally

Tue, Oct 18, 2022 08:36
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Downhill mountain biking – everything you need to know

The most extreme and risk-on form of mountain biking explained

Thu, Oct 13, 2022 12:00
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The best places in the UK for autumn cycling

There’s something special about riding autumnal trails, and we've listed the 10 best spots to experience them

Thu, Oct 13, 2022 09:18
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10 of the best mountain bike shoes with the Boa Fit System

Check out the latest mountain bike shoes featuring the Boa Fit System – and find out why you should choose Boa

Wed, Oct 12, 2022 12:01
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New shorts from Galibier, pants and saddles from Specialized and a spendy torque wrench

Along with Silca's gravel mini-pump and the most interesting stories of the week

Tue, Oct 11, 2022 15:14
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Fresh clothing and saddles from Specialized, on-bike storage from Topeak and Rapha’s new jacket

We've got Rapha's new jacket and the best news stories of the week

Fri, Oct 07, 2022 11:00
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Mountain bike Icons – the Thomas Frischknecht story

Swiss racing ace Thomas Frischknecht was one of the original greats of cross-country mountain biking - this is his story

Fri, Oct 07, 2022 08:14
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What is a gravel bike?

Everything you need to know about the Swiss Army knife of bicycles

Thu, Oct 06, 2022 10:08
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Mountain bike Icons – the Gunn-Rita Dahle Flesjå story

Norwegian cross-country racer Gunn-Rita Dahle Flesjå retired from competition in 2018 as one of the greatest mountain bike racers of all time – this is her story

Fri, Sep 30, 2022 12:00
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Five Cool things opener

23g POC Elicit sunglasses, Cinelli’s Zydeco Mud bike, Schwalbe tyres and more

Five Cool Things plus the best news and reviews from the week

Fri, Sep 30, 2022 10:44
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Can you use a road bike helmet for mountain bike and gravel riding?

We explore the pros and cons of using the same helmet across various cycling disciplines

Thu, Sep 29, 2022 10:41
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Operation Desert Recon: Populating Komoot Trail View

Finley takes us on his Badlands recce rides to explain the benefits of Komoot's Trail View

Wed, Sep 28, 2022 11:00
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Mountain bike Icons – the John Tomac story

The all-American hero, John Tomac, was the most dominant of all mountain bikers during the 1990s - this is his story

Mon, Sep 26, 2022 08:14
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Gravel cycling: sand and heaths on the East Anglian Way

Bikepacking trip riding steel bikes around East Anglia

Sat, Sep 24, 2022 11:00
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Torque wrenches from M Part and Park Tool, Muc-Off’s BAM and Kali’s new Cascade

We've got 5 cool things and some of the best stories of the week

Fri, Sep 23, 2022 10:00
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What is a Mips helmet? Is it safer, what does Mips mean and how does it work?

Everything you need to know about the yellow liner in your helmet and how it can save your life

Thu, Sep 22, 2022 15:00
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New helmets from Abus, Muc-Off’s tyre sealant, a saddle from Smanie and Better Bolts’ Ti bolt kit

All the coolest kit and content from the week, in one place

Fri, Sep 16, 2022 11:30
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Types of bike tyres – how to find the best tyre option for you 

Everything you need to know about bicycle tyres

Thu, Sep 15, 2022 08:33
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Mountain bike Icons – the Barrie Clarke story

From National Titles to World Cup podiums while holding down a full-time job, Barrie Clarke was the working-class hero of British mountain biking

Tue, Sep 13, 2022 08:02
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Mud-shedding pedals, an extended coverage helmet and layering system from Albion

We've rounded up all of our coolest content and new products for you

Fri, Sep 09, 2022 10:43
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Komoot vs Strava – which cycling app is best for you?

A deep dive into the similarities and differences between two of the most comprehensive cycling apps on the market

Thu, Sep 08, 2022 10:24
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Mountain bike tyre inserts – everything you need to know

A closer look at pros and cons of mountain bike tyre inserts, and why you should include them in your wheel/tyre set-up

Wed, Sep 07, 2022 11:00
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Volume spacers – what are they and how they work

Everything you need to know about volume spacers in one place

Mon, Sep 05, 2022 14:06
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3D knee protection from Armaurto, photochromic Alpina glasses and Lifeline tyre sealant

All the cool things and the best stories from the week

Fri, Sep 02, 2022 12:00
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Waterproof cycling clothing – everything you need to know

What to look for when buying waterproof cycling clothing - and how to look after it

Thu, Sep 01, 2022 16:00
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SRAM NX vs GX: which drivetrain is best for you?

Two budget drivetrain offerings coming in at different price points but what differentiates SRAM NX from GX?

Thu, Sep 01, 2022 10:42
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UCI MTB World Championships 2022: Behind the scenes with Team GBR’s mechanics

A unique perspective looking at a day in the life of a World Championship bike mechanic

Wed, Aug 31, 2022 15:43
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Gravel cycling: Unsupported vs organised gravel events

We unpack the pros and cons of each option to establish which one is right for you

Sat, Aug 27, 2022 11:00
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Torque wrench from Birzman and Lifeline, HED’s Empora GC3 wheels, Pirelli inner tubes and Troy Lee Designs apparel

And some of the best stories of the week

Fri, Aug 26, 2022 12:00
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Mountain bike Icons – the Tim Gould story

The golden boy of British cross-country mountain bike racing quickly rose to prominence in the early 1990s but illness cut short his career and curtailed his Olympic dream

Fri, Aug 26, 2022 08:53
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Cross-country mountain bikes: understanding their design and geometry

We take a closer look at the cross-country mountain bike blueprint

Thu, Aug 25, 2022 15:00
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Enduro mountain biking – everything you need to know

We cover the ins and outs of enduro mountain bike racing

Wed, Aug 24, 2022 08:00
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Renthal grips, Shimano pedals, a Passport keg, a Genetic stem and a Surly bar

Your weekly update on the coolest kit and content on the site

Fri, Aug 19, 2022 12:00
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How to pack bikepacking bags – carry everything you need and more

Everything you need to know about bikepacking bags and how to pack them for your next bikepacking trip

Tue, Aug 16, 2022 23:00
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How to set up your mountain bike suspension – suspension set-up explained

Fine tune your fork and shock to unlock the true potential of your mountain bike

Tue, Aug 16, 2022 09:21
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SPD pedals from Shimano, grips from Renthal and bikepacking gadgets from Restrap

Five Cool Things and highlights from the last week

Fri, Aug 12, 2022 12:00
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Mountain Bike Icons – the Ned Overend story

He was the first-ever official UCI Mountain Bike World Champion, and yet his story is so much longer and deeper, meet Ned Overend

Fri, Aug 12, 2022 09:24
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Bike Check: Dangerholm’s Hypersonic Scott Spark RC

Man known for making the most lightweight builds turns his had to the newest Scott

Thu, Aug 11, 2022 15:00
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Mechanical vs hydraulic disc brakes – understanding the differences

The two braking systems look broadly familiar and work quite differently but which is best for you?

Thu, Aug 11, 2022 08:02
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