Mountain Biking
Shimano vs Renthal vs Wolf Tooth: I tested three pedals that will cover all your mountain biking needs
We've pitted three SPD-compatible pedals against each other to help you make the best choice for your riding
9 tips to survive cycling in the heat, from how much to drink to why you should take a hot bath
How to stay hydrated, fuelled and safe when cycling in the heat
Your tech questions answered | Are aftermarket rotors a worthwhile upgrade or a waste of money?
Aftermarket rotors promise more power, better heat management and less noise – are they all they're cracked up to be?
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How did Shimano get its name? The story behind 13 MTB brands named after riders and founders
From industrial revolution inventors to riders-turned-entrepreneurs, these are the best-known companies in MTB named after the person responsible.
“I was lucky to make it down the track”: MTB legend Steve Peat’s 3 favourite bikes, and how he rode them into the history books
Mountain bike legend Steve Peat welcomes us into his home to show us three of his favourite race bikes, and reminisce about his time riding them
5 ways to make your riding fun again, from ditching your bike computer to MTB orienteering
Has your cycling experience stagnated? Spice up your riding with these top tips
Are XC bikes changing for good? Prototype Orbea Oiz to be raced in Nove Mesto with mini-rocker linkage
XC bikes are blending into one again, with Orbea's latest Oiz sharing a similar silhouette to Specialized's Epic 9
60mm gravel tyres are here – just don't call them mountain bike tyres
Schwalbe’s new gravel bike tyres offer monster width and grip
First Look | I tested the new Tailfin Journey Rack on a punishing 600km audax – here's why you should consider it over a saddle bag
The modular rear-rack system is said to be Tailfin's "most versatile" to date with significant changes over the brand's eight-year-old Alloy Rack
These are the best GPS bike computers tested by BikeRadar
The best GPS cycle computers for road and mountain bikes from Garmin, Wahoo, Hammerhead, Bryton and more
10 essential bike maintenance tips for beginner cyclists
Learn how to keep your bike safe and smooth-running
Niner Bikes' owner confirms it is "pausing operations" and commits to honouring warranties
Niner Bikes to close following years of difficult trading conditions for original advocates of 29in wheels, according to reports
Eurobike moves venue and dates for 2027 in huge shakeup for troubled show
Eurobike bosses say changes will encourage "the return of leading bike brands"
'Innovation shouldn’t be constrained by arbitrary power limits' – Avinox argues high-power motors are not a threat to eMTB industry
Avinox argues for no motor power cap saying "power is often misunderstood"
2009 vs 2026 Santa Cruz Tallboy – the 29er trail bike that changed people's minds about bigger wheels
Since it first appeared in 2009, the Santa Cruz Tallboy has been through many iterations. As the newest version arrives, we plot the evolution of the “downhiller’s XC bike”
New Santa Cruz Tallboy ditches iconic VPP suspension for linkage that saves weight and "eats bumps"
The new Tallboy has a lighter, four-bar for improved suspension kinematics
Your tech questions answered | What’s the difference between a folding and wire bead tyre?
We explain the differences between folding and wire bead tyres
We took 12 of the latest bike locks to the lab and tested them to destruction – here are the results
Plus, how to lock up your bike safely and securely
5 Chinese groupset brands you need to know about – and could be a money-saving choice
Chinese component brands are selling increasingly sophisticated parts at prices which undercut the big three
Cédric Gracia | My worst crash nearly killed me – now a gory video of it is teaching people how to save lives
Cédric Gracia shares the inside story of his famous La Réunion crash
Best mountain bike shoes 2026: 17 flat and clipless MTB shoes tried and tested
Our top-rated flat and clipless shoes for mountain bikers
These are the best Shimano chain deals today – cheapest 11- and 12-speed chains prices ranked
£10.99 for an 11- or 12-speed chain is as low as you can go – but there's a catch
"Worry less and ride more": New bike theft tracker shows you where is safe to leave your bike in real time
Litelok's new Theft Intelligence feature enables cyclists, along with motorcyclists and scooter riders, to explore where thefts are occurring in real-time through continuously updated data
First Look Friday | The new Ochain R can make your ride smoother and save you money on servicing – I’m a big fan
The Ochain mutes pedal feedback when riding the roughest trails out there
