Mountain Biking

Waterproof cycling socks: everything you need to know and our top recommendations
The best waterproof socks will keep your feet dry even in torrential rain. We explain how and pick out three of our favourites

Review | SRAM XX SL Eagle AXS Transmission is equally at home on my enduro bike and my race bike
Unsurpassed shifting performance, but at a high price

Updated | The best electric bike pumps 2025 reviewed and rated
We’ve expanded our test of the latest electric pumps to find the best options for all riders
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Gear of the Year | I’ve told all my friends to buy these ultra-grippy flat pedals
The Race Face Turbine flat pedals give you clipless-like security

Review | Madison's DTE 4 Season Bib Trousers are so good I want (no, need) another pair
The ultimate winter trousers, but don't be fooled into thinking they're a summer option, too.

How to clean your bike in 7 simple steps
Wash your bike after riding to remove grime and keep it running smoothly

Alex Evans | We need more innovation in MTB tech – but I don't think consumers are ready
Bike brands are forced to dumb down because their customers fear change

MIPS buys protection brand Koroyd to strengthen position in helmet-safety market
Deal is worth €40 million

Review | Outlier Pendulum flat pedals offer unrivalled grip, but one flaw might put you off
One-sided self-righting pedal, designed with performance in mind

“At one point, we were up to five different options” – how Trek settled on its new modular Fuel platform
Trek has created the new Fuel chassis as a three-in-one, making it a modifiable, modular do-it-all trail bike. Alongside the new Fuel+ ebike, it's the company’s most comprehensive trail platform yet

The Dynamic Bike Care Clean Machine is the small portable pressure washer I’ve been missing for years
At last, no more muddy car boots

Virginia Tech has a new safest helmet: these are now the safest lids according to its independent testing
Virginia Tech has rated 284 cycling helmets for safety, with the top spot taken by the Canyon Deflectr

UCI confirms equal number of women's and men's starts in cycling at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
Gender parity continues from the 2024 Games

6 reasons why your next bike should be a hardtail
Cotic’s Cy Turner and Merida’s Jon Woodhouse explain why hardtails can inject more fun into your riding and be oh-so satisfying

Battery fires could be a thing of the past thanks to this new smart tech
How BatteryIQ could revolutionise ebike safety

YT Industries returns to its roots after relaunch with new ultra-limited Tues downhill bike
There will only be 50 available worldwide

Gear of the Year | These flat-pedal shoes have everything I need for life at the trail centre – and the pub
The Fox Union BOA Flat is functional and fashionable on DH tracks, at the dirt jumps and even on the high street

6 of the best cheap or free winter cycling hacks (that work)
Top tips to make your riding more comfortable this winter

Paramount makes hostile takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery, including cycling rights
Netflix has also made an offer for Warner Bros Discovery

New Canyon Deflectr is 'world's safest MTB helmet' thanks to ball bearings
The Deflectr uses Release Layer technology to reduce rotational forces by floating its shell on ball bearings

First Look | This unreleased Teewing Flux uses DJI motor and could be the best-value eMTB of 2026
DJI-powered high-pivot enduro eMTB should be pocket-friendly

Why the only bike you need is an XC mountain bike
5 reasons why you should buy a cross-country bike in 2026

How to pressure wash a bike safely
How to jet wash your road or mountain bike and what to avoid

Don't let winter ruin your mountain biking – read our guide for what to wear, how to prep and where to ride
Our top tips on mountain bike kit, setup and riding for winter