When the temperature begins to plummet, having the added coverage from the best MTB pants is a game changer. A good pair of pants or trousers offer protection from both the elements and flying debris. Thanks to improvements in both materials and design, contemporary mountain bike pants are almost unrecognisable from the original motocross garments of yesteryear – … Read more
Since his street riding film, ‘Inspired Bicycles’, was published back in 2009, Danny MacAskill has become a household name. Now, the trials virtuoso has travelled to San Francisco to finish filming what might have been his most challenging project to date. Video: Lego Meets MTB – Mental health matters Video: Danny MacAskill – Do A Wheelie … Read more
Tom Ritchey needs little introduction. His influence on mountain biking (and off-road cycling), has been immense. From exploring the mountains of northern California on road bikes as a teenager to creating the first mountain bikes, Tom Ritchey’s eponymous brand has a legacy like no other. Big Read: Big mountain pairs racing with Enduro2 Les Arcs … Read more
Peaty’s Holeshot CO2 Inflator is a unique, ultra-minimalist, and brilliantly designed tyre inflator that’s so intuitive to use it’s a wonder it hasn’t been done before, making it an ideal candidate for the best CO2 inflators you can buy. Peaty’s Holeshot CO2 Inflator – Technical detailsWhilst beauty is in the eye of the beholder, it’s not … Read more
No mountain bike offers a better fun-to-value ratio than a trail hardtail. The contemporary trail hardtail combines progressive geometry and large volume tyres and is hugely capable and ideal for winter season riding. Check out all of the best 2022 Cyber Monday Mountain Bike Deals here Without a rear shock or pivot bearings to service, … Read more
Another exciting week of news in the world of off-road cycling, with Saracen’s updated gravity-inspired range, but also Shimano’s patent suspension system. Other news is we see a unique collaboration for Cotic and the Black Friday deals you can still grab.Saracen’s new DH and enduro range 2023 Saracen_Myst_Team_Lifestyle_JT_010 (Image Credit: Farrelly Atkinson) Saracen’s gravity range … Read more
Rapha’s Trail Gore-Tex Infinium jacket makes for an excellent winter jacket thanks to its exceptional ability to keep nasty weather at bay while remaining surprisingly breathable. It’s so good, in fact, that it’s one of the best MTB jackets you can currently buy – but such high performance comes with an equally high price tag, and … Read more
Cyclists can be a picky bunch to buy for during Christmas. They either have everything they need or they’re just too specific in what they want. But fret not, as here are our top picks of the best Christmas presents that’ll please any mountain biker or gravel rider. Gravel bike vs mountain bike: what are … Read more
Fox Suspension has updated the 36 Float Factory FIT4 to be stiffer, stronger and lighter than before, making it a great choice for any enduro mountain biker looking for a fork upgrade – now at a very affordable price. Check out all of the best 2022 Black Friday Mountain Bike Deals here The enduro-ready model also … Read more
Our weekly gear curation, Five Cool Things, is showing no signs of slowing down with bikes such as Factor’s cross-country thoroughbred making an appearance along with a mega-ergonomic saddle from SQlab. That’s not all as we’re prepping for winter riding with some winter boosts from Scott and a range of waterproof bikepacking bags from Oxford. Bikepacking kit … Read more
