Mountain Biking

“It may never hit store shelves”: Evie Richards' prototype Trek for South Korea World Cup has braided spokes and electronic wizardry
We take a look at the British rider's prototype race bike as World Cup season gets under way

You can now submit your nominations for the British Cycling Hall of Fame “to recognise remarkable achievement" across the sport
The Hall of Fame was launched in 2009 and has 82 members. Who will you nominate for the 2026 awards?

Looking to boost your spring training? This Garmin Edge 1040 bundle has 33% off at Sigma Sports
Garmin's previous flagship bike computer is available with some serious savings
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In brief | Everything you need to know about Canyon’s new Lux World Cup
Canyon updates its XC race bike with more travel and lighter weight

Specialized claims new Epic 9 is the lightest full-suspension XC bike you can buy
Refined suspension, reduced friction and a claimed class-leading frame weight headline the latest evolution of Specialized’s XC race bike

Goodbye to brake levers? This inventor's electronic braking system 'challenges 100 years of bike design'
Maas van Beek's electronic braking concept could change how we slow down our bikes

Simon says | If you think gravel bikes with fat tyres are just MTBs, you're wrong – here's why
Stop telling me to buy an MTB, I already have one

Avinox is taking over – here are 20 bikes you can buy with its incredible new M2 and M2S motors
We've rounded up the pick of the eMTBs with DJI's latest Avinox motors

“Not on the high street”: bespoke bike builders explain why they’re adopting 32in wheels
Emerging wheel size was a hot topic at London's Bespoked bicycle show

6 most important MTB tech developments of 2026 – and a hint of what's to come
We round up the mountain bike tech highlights of the year to date

The cynics were right – 32in wheels require a new axle standard, says wheel brand
The structural demands of MTBs latest wheelsize trend means that an older, revamped hub standard just became relevant again says new research

These pedals use magnets to keep your feet on the bike – and they could help your ankle or knee pain
Magped's Gravel and Road2 pedals offer a safer, simpler system that you can release from in any direction

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

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

Review | 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

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?

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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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

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.

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

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?

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

Review | The iXS Carve 1.0 helmet has ample safety tech, a comfortable fit and excellent storage for your glasses – as long as they're not too big
iXS’ latest lid is stuffed full of safety tech
