BIKING

A selection of some of the new mountain bike goods that have landed on the MBR desks this month Collage of mountain bike products including Abus Helmet, Evoc bag, Patagonia waist bag and 100% knee pads Getting us hot under the collar this month is the new downcountry fork from Ohlins, Lazer’s new KinetiCore helmet,

The new range-topping version of the downcountry Spectral 125 has beauty and brains, with wireless shifting and automatic suspension control Calling all downcountry and hard-riding trail fans who like their bikes with bling; Canyon has just released a new range-topping model in the highly rated Spectral 125 CF range. The Canyon Spectral 125 CF LTD

How do you stay cool on a mountain bike during a heatwave? When temperatures soar you need to make sure you’re hydrated, protected and don’t overheat; our top tips and expert advice will help you stay safe Mountain biker refilling water bottle at a water fountain surrounded by flowers Credit: Chris Lanaway So you want

Cycling polymath Tom Pidcock takes victory on the iconic Alpe D’Huez mountain stage in his first Tour de France Is there any kind of riding Tom Pidcock can’t excel at? After a meteoric upward trajectory in cyclocross and road cycling, multiple wins and an Olympic title in cross-country mountain biking, he now adds a stage

Bosch joins Shimano in offering ABS braking systems for electric bikes, plus new ‘hill hold’ feature. Bosch has created an ABS system for e-bikes that effectively stops the front wheel from skidding out of control. The technology is available across loads of different disciplines, from cargo to commuter, but obviously we’re interested in the Trail

Hand-made, 3D-printed, race-proven and podium-positioned, the new AM.200.M is built for racing and bike park antics Action shot of the new Atherton AM.200.M bike Credit: Dan Griffiths / Moonhead Media Fancy riding a World Cup proven bike? Atherton Bikes have just launched the AM.200.M, a mullet bike that’s designed to perform on the downhill track,

What happens when you combine one of Whistler’s best riders with some of the most scenic, natural, slick-rock-strewn flow trails in Scotland (and some brand new rubber)? This! Jackson Goldstone needs no introduction. Raised in Whistler, he’s been riding incredible trails almost as long as he’s been walking – possibly longer. Now racing downhill as

Stealthy looks, light weight and compact 50Nm motor – is the Trek Fuel EXe the start of a new mid-powered eMTB category? Trek Fuel EXe eMTB Credit: Sterling Lorence The mid-powered e-bike category is hotting up, and the first of what we think will be many bikes in this segment is the new Trek Fuel

The premium electric vehicle brand has teamed up with Allebike and Ohlins for its limited edition down-country bike. But there’s no motor-assistance. Allebike Alpha Polestar edition Credit: Polestar Forget Scandi-noir, this gorgeous new down-country bike born out of a collaboration between Polestar cars, Allebike and Ohlins suspension is pure Scandi-filth. And it’ll cost you a

There are some great Amazon Prime Day mountain bike deals, fitness gadget sales and tech bargains to be found as the annual bonanza kicks off. Prime Day isn’t just for big tellies and Fitbits; there are plenty of Amazon Prime Day mountain bike deals to be had if you play it right. We’ll be updating

Two new groupsets developed for electric mountain bikes, plus a new mid-level electric bike drive unit and updates to the EP8 unit Electric mountain bikes are great, but one major downside is the rapidity through which they get through parts. Groupsets just aren’t designed to deal with the higher forces and level of wear and

You don’t need gym membership or an expensive set of weights at home to develop good strength for mountain biking – bodyweight exercises are a great low-tech way of training the body without fancy equipment. While there are few feats of strength more impressive than an eye-popping deadlift, you don’t need to be a gym

Racing is fun but it can be stressful, argues Andrew Neethling. Here are Needles’ top five tips for doing well and having fun. Paul Box instagram.com/framedogs/ The thrill of pitting your skills against the clock – there’s nothing quite like it. But take it from an expert, a little preparation goes a long way. So

The award-winning Santa Cruz Hightower has its geometry refined, and gets on-board storage in the form of the ‘Glovebox’ Photo of Santa Cruz HighTower MY22in Emerald green Credit: Santa Cruz The Santa Cruz Hightower is an award-winning all-terrain mountain bike; a go-anywhere, and have a hell of a lot of fun while you’re there kinda

We tried and tested the very best mountain bike disc brakes, covering budget, trail, e-bike and four-piston options. Don’t start stopping until you’ve read this. Power is nothing without control and the best mountain bike disc brakes offer both. The power you need to control your speed, and brake with one finger to reduce fatigue

After winning the Pro Stage and placing third at the 2022 EWS Tweed Valley, former DH racer and Tweed Valley local Innes Graham is set to compete in future rounds of the Enduro World Series thanks to support from local businesses and brands. Innes Graham racing a mountain bike at the EWS Tweed Valley event