James Blackwell
Former art editor
James Blackwell, aka Jimmer, is MBUK's former art edtior. Jimmer worked on MBUK for 20 years. He rode in some amazing places, with some of the world's best pros and tested loads of bikes and kit.
Recent articles by James Blackwell

Review | Koo Demos glasses
Italian styling and performance that’s at home on the trails and on gravel

Review | Fox Transition duffle bag
Carry-on size bag for weekend ride adventures

Scott Soldier 2 knee pads review
The comfortably tough option

Superstar Nano-x flat pedals review
Brilliant budget flats

Shimano M200 shoes review
Big-hitting enduro oriented footwear

Howies Charger shorts review
Hardwearing, fitted MTB shorts

Keela Saxon jacket review
Lightweight jacket with some well thought-out features

Dhb Switch convertible softshell jacket review
Light, well-fitting jacket-meets-gilet designed for changeable weather

Madison Flux shorts review
Lightweight shorts for summer riding

DHB Moxie jacket review
Warm wicking outerwear

Teva Pivot shoes review
Slim, lightweight clipless shoes

IXS Carve knee pads review
Great fit and excellent breathability

Scott AMT shorts review
Light all-mountain baggy clothing

iXS Lozza BC shorts – in brief review
Baggy freeride or trail clothing with air vents

One Industries Interval Cut jersey review
T-shirt style mountain biking top

Sweet Protection Inferno DH shorts review
Baggy shorts for downhill, all-mountain or enduro rides

DZR Mamba shoes review
Fashionable clipless shoes for urban or off-road riding

BBB Select sunglasses review
Top value shades

Gore Bike Wear ALP-X SO pants review
Slim-fit riding trousers

MET Terra helmet review
Aggressive all-mountain lid

Fox Podium kit bag review
Spacious and rugged

Truvativ Noir T30 riser bar review
Lightweight carbon bar

MRP S4 chain guide review
Fit-and-forget guide

Cantitoe Road Shelter bike protection tape review
Transparent scratch protection