Mountain Biking

Mountain Biking

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Reader poll | Avinox's 1,500W motor has sent shockwaves through the industry – is it time to cap ebike power?

Have your say on whether electric bikes' peak power should be limited
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Two riders standing with Amflow electric mountain bikes on rocky hillside trail

5 Chinese mountain bike brands you need to know about

Chinese brands are making waves in the MTB market – here are 5 that should be on your radar
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Fox Rampage RS full face helmet on rider in black hooded jacket.

Fox Rampage RS is one of the best full-face helmets I've ever tested, but I don't love its looks

The new Rampage RS boasts more safety tech and a lighter weight than its predecessor
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Neko Mulally won Sea Otter Classic DH using a 32in mullet bike – is any part of MTB safe from the controversial wheel size?

Could a race-proven mega-mullet setup combine the best parts of 29er and 32in wheel sizes to create the ultimate trail-slaying mountain bike?
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Specialized develops gearbox-like tech with SRAM – but you can only buy it on one bike

After three years in development, the new Specialized Demo features radically new drivetrain and suspension tech
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Last chance to have your say: take part in our reader survey to tell us what you want more of on BikeRadar

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Tradehall at Eurobike Frankfurt.

Shimano returns to Eurobike 2026 after withdrawing, as German industry bodies announce rival show

Shimano Europe will provide an outdoor testing area, after initially announcing withdrawal in January
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SRAM Eagle S500 AXS derailleur is gravel, MTB, and road compatible depending on which AXS shifter you select to pair it with.

SRAM kills off nine drivetrains with new S-Series components

SRAM's S100, S200 and S500 Eagle 12-speed groupsets replace its budget drivetrains by combining existing features with new parts such as the UDH Half Mount.
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Bird Aeris 9 Shimano 12-speed full suspension mountain bike

A whole new drivetrain for only £249? Last season’s Shimano XT has a massive 61% off now

Grab Shimano's mechanical XT drivetrain for £249 from Merlin Cycles
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Nukeproof Reactor Alloy 290 vs Trek Fuel EX 8 Gen 7

I tested Nukeproof and Trek's aluminium trail bikes – and the winner is more engaging, capable and confidence-inspiring

How does the Nukeproof Reactor Alloy 290 compare to Trek's Fuel Ex 8 Gen 7?
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Aldi Tru-Tension bike cleaner

I tested Aldi's bargain bike cleaning products – here's how they compare to the mainstream alternatives

Supermarket adds bike-cleaning essentials to Specialbuy, but be quick because when they're gone, they're gone
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A pair of Gorillia Enduro Pro, Trickstuff Power, and AliExpress Kingstop brake pads lais out on a mossy rock.

I tested £6.57 AliExpress brake pads versus Trickstuff's £31 Power pads and a mid-priced rival – this is how much you need to spend

Budget, mid-range or high-end brake pads – which should you splash your hard-earned cash on?
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Rider going around a right hard turn on a trail centre descent aboard the Marin TAM XR.

Marin TAM XR blends cross-country efficiency and downhill capability – it's a riot to ride

The TAM XR is Marin’s take on an XC-style trail bike capable of munching the miles
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X-Fusion Rezza 32er 32in XC fork

32in forks were the key talking point of the world's biggest cycling trade show – here are the options we've seen so far

A glimpse of the future of mountain biking
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OneUp V3 Dropper Post on bike

What’s the longest-travel 27.2mm dropper post I can buy? 

Options are limited, but there are some quality choices on the market
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Arc'teryx MTB kit

Arc'teryx enters MTB world with ridiculously expensive waterproof kit – and it's probably sold out already

Boutique outdoor brand unveils limited run of technical ‘Rhoam’ MTB hybrid waterproofs
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Rider jumping Specialized Levo 4 EVO on an open hillside and kicking up dust.

New Specialized Levo 4 EVO is built for rough, steep terrain – is it the eMTB you've been waiting for?

Gravity-focused Levo 4 EVO gets 170mm travel, mixed-sized wheels and 810W motor
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Polygon's new trail bike looks like one of the bargains of the year – big brands should pay attention

The new Colossus T5 Aluminium is priced under $2,400 and has many of the features of the carbon version
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Maxxis New MaxTerra tyre in dirt

Maxxis' most popular compound is now 30% more durable with 15% more grip

Taiwanese tyre brand updates its MaxxTerra compound
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Maxxis 32in range

Maxxis says 32in tyres bring "measurable gains" as it expands its range beyond cross-country

Taiwanese tyre brand opens up more aggressive riding with Aspen AT and wider 32in offering
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Close-up of Specialized Butcher Grid Gravity Radial T9 mountain bike tyre mounted on a front wheel

New Specialized MTB tyres feature radial casing for more grip and comfort – here's how the technology works 

New Grid Gravity Radial tyres target trail riders on natural terrain, but won’t suit everyone
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Santa Cruz Nomad Gen 7

I rode the new Santa Cruz Nomad and the refinements have made it more comfortable and composed than ever

Long-travel mullet bike gets a slightly lighter frame, revised geometry and suspension update
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