Mountain Biking
Exclusive interview | How Louise Ferguson became the first woman to conquer Red Bull Hardline – and what the MTB trailblazer is planning for 2026
We catch-up with Louise Ferguson, BikeRadar and MBUK's MTB Rider of the Year for 2025, to reflect on a remarkable 12 months
Best mountain bike pants 2025 | How to find the best MTB trousers for you
The best MTB trousers as tested by our experts
Tribute | Cannondale founder Joe Montgomery has died – he was one of cycling's greatest minds
Cannondale’s 55 years of innovation were sparked by the vision of one man
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Has Cane Creek just solved the problems with internal routing?
Cane Creek's HCR stem and headset combination brings simpler maintenance, longevity and classic looks to modern integrated routing
Long-term review | Orbea's Wild rides exceptionally, but I couldn't own it for one reason
Departing senior technical editor Alex reaches the end of the line with the M-Team
Sold Secure bike lock ratings explained | Diamond, Gold, Silver and Bronze rated locks compared
What are the differences between each Sold Secure lock rating? And is it actually worth buying a higher-rated one?
From big-wheel hardtails to automatic shifting – the mountain bike tech we want to see in 2026
Our tech team divulge their mountain bike wish lists for next year
Tom Marvin | Budget alloy XC hardtails will make a comeback in 2026 and I’m here for it
The time is right to return to the hardtail life
Studded tyres for snow and ice: what's the point and do you need them?
Everything you ever wanted to know about spiked tyres for cycling on ice
5 reasons you don’t need to buy a new bike in 2026
Why saving your cash may be the best decision you can make this year
Gear of the Year | Grip, control and comfort: these are the best tyres I’ve ever ridden
Schwalbe's Radial tyres make a genuine difference on the trail, if grip is what you're looking for
Best hardtail mountain bikes in 2026: top-rated hardtail MTBs and our buyer's guide
Our pick of the best hardtail mountain bikes over £2,000, under £2,000, under £1,500 and under £1,000
Gear of the Year | This rear hub is the trail-smoothing wonder I never knew I needed
e*thirteen’s approach to taming drivetrain feedback makes a big difference to suspension performance
These were the hottest trends in World Cup downhill tech in 2025
Rapid innovation and high-tech development in downhill racing are expected to continue into the 2026 World Cup season
10 cycling New Year's resolutions (and how to stick to them)
Aim high for your best year of cycling ever
Cycling in the snow: our top tips on how to stay safe and have fun in icy conditions
Cold weather calls for extra care – or specialist equipment
Updated | Rose Bikes re-enters UK market for the first time since Brexit
Rose Bikes advert and new UK consumer site says theGerman direct-to-consumer brand "are back in UK" for the first time since 2020
Gear of the Year | Suspension forks don't get any better than this
The Fox Podium fork’s upside-down format and stringent design process culminate in ultimate performance
I tested two £1,000 hardtails head to head – and the winning bike is far more capable than you might think
How does the Whyte Secta S compare to Giant's Talon 0?
Gear of the Year | SRAM’s Maven Ultimate brakes are the best I’ve used in 30 years of mountain biking
The US brand’s top gravity anchors are my pick, boasting incredible power and a great feel
Gear of the Year | This ultra-light bikepacking tent has travelled the world with me
The Big Agnes Fly Creek HV UL1 Bikepacking tent has been well-travelled this year
Mountain bike tyre pressure demystified | How to get the perfect pressure for any trail
Follow our step-by-step guide to get the perfect tyre pressure on your mountain bike for any trail or conditions
Alex Evans | Goodbye BikeRadar – 5 lessons I’ve learned from 10 years of MTB testing
Farewell advice from our senior MTB technical editor Alex Evans
Gear of the Year | Comfort, safety and freedom of movement – everything I want from knee pads
Leatt's ReaFlex Hybrid knee pads are the best Julia has tried – but where's the women's version?