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‘Electric Rally’? Specialized reckons it has created a new genre with the Levo R e-MTB

Electric Rally is now a thing with a new shorter travel version of the Levo from Specialized

Tue, Feb 24, 2026 17:00
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SRAM’s most powerful brake, the Maven, adds new SwingLink feature and smaller pistons for more control without sacrificing power

The Maven introduces a refined SwingLink and smaller pistons

Tue, Feb 24, 2026 15:00
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Teravail expands its range to include new gravel and bikepacking cockpits

From tyres and rims, to drop and flat handlebars especially for gravel and bikpacking

Tue, Feb 24, 2026 11:12
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Is this crazy custom mish-mash creation the future of gravel? Dangerholm works his magic on Scott’s Scale RC

Dangerholm's been at it again! This time he's taken Scott's rigid MTB platform and transformed it into an aero gravel machine

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 15:00
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‘Mega Mullet’ is officially a thing as Starling launches new 29/32-inch wheeled Big Bird… but brand remains unconvinced by growing big wheel trend

The British steel specialist has jumped on the big wheel bandwagon with its latest creation... but surprisingly, its founder doesn't sound entirely on board with what 32" could bring to riders and the bike industry as a whole

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 12:00
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Light or rowdy? Boyd’s new Jocassee and Reiver gravel wheels cover both ends of the spectrum

Boyd introduced two new wheelsets primed to please all kinds of gravel riders

Thu, Feb 19, 2026 09:00
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Nobl simplifies MTB wheel choice with Signature 36 and 38 wheelsets

Fresh hoops from Nobl prioritise torsional flex and boosts strength with reinforced rim lips

Wed, Feb 18, 2026 09:36
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Specialized delivers Levo 4 power boost with free OTA update

18-22% performance increase plus new features delivered to e-MTB via app

Tue, Feb 17, 2026 17:00
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Renthal clips into the clipless pedal market with new Revo-DHC and Revo-TRC pedals for gravel, trail, enduro and downhill

The Revo-DHC might be the largest and most adjustable pedal we've ever seen but it weighs 622g

Tue, Feb 17, 2026 08:00
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Merida has built the Bosch-equipped ETMO to get more people out on bikes and prices start at £3,650

Merida is bucking recent pricing trends thanks to efficient manufacturing techniques

Fri, Feb 13, 2026 08:08
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Deviate Cycles is back: Scottish high-pivot mountain bike specialist returns after liquidation woes, but removes e-MTBs from its line-up (for now)

After closing before the new year, Deviate reopens its global online shop but pauses the sale of its new e-MTB

Thu, Feb 12, 2026 13:00
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“It’s a proportion thing”: Genesis unveils prototype 32″ gravel bike alongside two other unreleased gravel and allroad models

British steel specialist Genesis has been very busy, wowing the IceBike show with a triple-whammy of prototypes including what looks like a brand new Vagabond with 32" wheels - but its chief engineer has warned against riders of all sizes jumping on the 32" bandwagon

Mon, Feb 09, 2026 15:05
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OneUp Components joins forces with Jackson Goldstone to unveil signature grips

OneUp and Goldstone have gone Deathgrip, producing a set of grips designed for the pinnacle of downhill racing

Wed, Feb 04, 2026 23:00
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The ‘world’s first’ adjustable seat tube: Pivot’s new Shuttle LT electric mountain bike pushes the boundaries with built-in seat tube adjustment and floating battery

The 96 possible configurations thanks to the all new 'Slacky McSteepTube' makes the new Shuttle LT super adjustable

Tue, Feb 03, 2026 08:00
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Orange serves up a triple tango delight with updated steel hardtails

Orange updates its popular P7 hardtail range with a new mixed wheel option, plus geometry updates to 27.5 and 29er versions.

Mon, Feb 02, 2026 09:00
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Wyn Masters signs with Pembree for 2026

Kiwi shredder and UK componentry brand join forces for 2026, and maybe more

Fri, Jan 30, 2026 10:08
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Fresh investment secures Alpkit’s future days after retailer behind popular Sonder bike brand entered administration

Alpkit confirms all staff will keep their jobs, with the UK outdoor sports retailer reflecting on its challenges in a statement shared with off.road.cc

Wed, Jan 28, 2026 14:37
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Orbea’s new 40Nm Rallon RS may well be the future of e-mountain bikes… but it’ll cost you at least £9,500 to buy in

Orbea's new e-MTB gets a motor that works with its suspension for improved downhill performance

Tue, Jan 27, 2026 16:14
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Amflow slashes the price of its Avinox-powered PL Carbon Pro e-MTB to £7,699

The brand also includes a free Amflow Front Light with every purchase

Mon, Jan 26, 2026 08:00
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Atherton launches pre-sale of new S.170E electric mountain bike, with an Avinox drive unit, top secret battery, and prices starting from £7k

After we heard that it was coming late last year, Atherton's first e-bike has finally emerged. Almost...

Thu, Jan 22, 2026 15:00
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Life Time’s drop bar ban was made in the interest of fairness, claims Payson McElveen

Elite rider Payson McElveen steps in to shed more light on Life Time's controversial drop bar ban

Wed, Jan 21, 2026 09:23
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Built for aerodynamics and high volume tyres, Nobl’s FAR series wheels are set to be its lightest yet, starting at 1135g

Two new wheelsets aim to hit weight and strength goals while providing support for wide tyres

Wed, Jan 21, 2026 09:00
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“Real tangible advantages”: Schwalbe reckons 32in tyres offer more grip, more stable handling and faster cornering

Schwalbe has published its thoughts on 32in tyres and unveiled a more affordable version of its gravel tyre range

Tue, Jan 20, 2026 10:50
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Rimpact slashes the price of its popular Chain Damper, making it more accessible

Alongside the price drop, which brings the RRP down to a more palatable £189.99, the Chain Damper will now ship with two spring rates to help riders fine-tune their damping

Fri, Jan 16, 2026 14:01
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Nukeproof’s new budget friendly hardtail, the Tracker, is built for simplicity and adventure

The Tracker range starts at £539 and tops out at £999

Fri, Jan 16, 2026 09:00
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Mondraker’s Crafty Gulf is another MTB and motorsport mash-up… and it’ll cost you £15,000

Mondraker's Crafty gets the Gulf treatment... and boy, does it look good! If you can afford it

Thu, Jan 15, 2026 15:00
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Canyon’s Spectral:ON and Torque:ON e-MTBs make a return after battery recall woes

Claiming to be equipped with the 'first' complete aluminium batteries, Canyon's trail and gravity e-MTBs are back on the market

Tue, Jan 13, 2026 10:00
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The Scree is Mondraker’s first ever trail-focussed e-MTB

29in wheeled, bosch-equipped, 130mm travelled e-MTB is built for e-bike newcomers and trail fanatics

Thu, Jan 08, 2026 15:00
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Atherton is launching its first electric mountain bike in 2026: what can we expect?

Video reveals the design philosophy behind the family brand’s first e-bike—plus its rough and ready testing ground

Tue, Dec 30, 2025 11:36
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Louis Ferguson, Joe Breeden and more sign to Nukeproof as the brand announces its return to racing

After the brands revival, Nukeproof has come out swinging with impressive rider roster

Sat, Dec 20, 2025 13:00
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Old-school MTBs are being given a new lease of life… as gravel bikes

Turning unused, retro mountain bikes into gravel bikes is more than a hobby for some

Wed, Dec 17, 2025 14:00
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Shimano GRX gets more affordable with new RX717 gravel drivetrain

Shimano has been hot on wireless tech throughout 2025 and now its gravel-focused drivetrain comes available with a new, more affordable option

Tue, Dec 16, 2025 16:00
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Join us at the inaugural Gravel and Adventure Bike Expo as part of the Adventure Travel Show in London!

London's Adventure Travel Show brings a Gravel and Adventure Bike Expo for the first time, and we'll be there!

Fri, Dec 12, 2025 12:45
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Knolly’s updated Cache Titanium gravel bike “blends the soul of adventure with the precision of high-performance engineering”

New titanium gravel bike aims to combine strength, comfort and ride feel with a mountain biker's gravel dream

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 15:00
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YT unveils first new bike since being rebought by original founder following administration woes

YT's latest Tues downhill bike brings the brand back to its affordable performance roots

Wed, Dec 10, 2025 12:00
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Filled with polycarbonate bearings, Canyon’s Deflectr MTB helmet scores a five-star safety rating

Canyon debuts its first mountain bike helmet featuring an interesting Release Layer System design

Tue, Dec 09, 2025 10:00
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“Nowadays, we all take for granted that bikes are really good. But that was not always the case”: DMR’s Down For Life film is a journey through 30 years of the brand’s heavy influence on MTB

Get the kettle on and get comfy for a journey through 30 years of DMR and the history of British mountain biking

Sat, Dec 06, 2025 10:00
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Cinelli’s new HoBootleg Geo is a modern expedition rider’s dream

Steel-framed, mountain bike-inspired geometry, and a gazillion mounting points. Is the new HoBootleg Geo a bikepacker's dream?

Fri, Dec 05, 2025 13:15
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CLOSED WIN! A Merida Big.Trail 300 (size medium) with upgrades from HUNT, Kenda, Funn and Elite worth over £1,900 in our huge Christmas giveaway!

A bike is the ultimate Christmas present, right? So we've built one up for a lucky reader to win!

Fri, Dec 05, 2025 12:04
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Ducati has its sights set on cycling dominance as it partners with Diamant for all new 2026 range

Legendary motorcycle brand collaborates with Diamant to introduce a new e-MTB, road and gravel bike range

Fri, Dec 05, 2025 09:32
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The best mountain and gravel bike Black Friday deals: 50% off Hunt’s 4 Season Gravel wheelset, 40% off Endura winter jackets, huge 66% saving on Crankbrothers Stamp pedals + more

Whether you're after a Christmas present or want to treat yourself to an upgrade, Black Friday is here and there are plenty of savings to be had

Thu, Nov 27, 2025 13:00
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Giant’s new dirt jump-specific STP looks to be a great bike to start and continue honing your DJ skills on

New dirt jump bike comes in sizes to suit kids through to adults

Wed, Nov 26, 2025 17:00
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Cult Andorran steel enduro bike specialist Production Privée relaunches in the UK with help from MTB legend Nigel Page

If you’re a fan of 'steel is real' MTB culture, there’s a strong chance you’ve heard of the small Andorran brand Production Privée. If you haven’t, here’s a quick history lesson and all you need to know about its relaunch in the UK

Mon, Nov 24, 2025 11:07
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Is Ritchey’s new bike “near indestructible”? Carbon and steel Septimer Break-Away the culmination of 40 years of bike building experience, brand says

'The one bike you'll ever need to comfortably travel the world'

Wed, Nov 19, 2025 14:00
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Vittoria launches four new MTB tyres for XC and gravity riding

The new tyres are e-bike ready and cover extreme conditions, from hardpack to mud

Tue, Nov 18, 2025 14:58
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Built for school runs and singletrack! Bombtrack announces the Beyond+ Midtail, and it’s one of the coolest-looking do-it-all bikes we’ve seen this year

What has 840 mm-wide bars, extra-long chainstays, and a slender steel frame? No, it’s not the latest hardcore hardtail built for winter ruts, but one of the most unique bikes we've seen for a good while

Tue, Nov 18, 2025 12:08
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Starling Cycles moves manufacturing away from the UK in a bid to cut lead times

But fret not! It's not nearly as bad as it sounds

Tue, Nov 18, 2025 12:00
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Claiming a “revolutionary” design, Lazer equips its latest Impala helmet with DualCore and Recco tech

Lazer reckons its new helmet is a "groundbreaking advancement" in safety and performance

Tue, Nov 18, 2025 08:00
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“Back to the roots”: YT Industries founder completes repurchase of troubled bike brand, promising to fulfil all delayed orders and build back trust

"Uncompromising bikes, fair prices, and genuine passion for the sport", insists Markus Flossmann, who says his "leaner, more efficient" team is focusing on what made the brand a household name in the first place

Mon, Nov 17, 2025 12:04
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After a few years’ hiatus, Nukeproof blasts back onto the market with an updated Reactor

With alloy and carbon models, Nukeproof's new Reactor do-it-all trail bike starts at £4,000

Fri, Nov 14, 2025 16:00
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