Bike Check: Matt Simmonds’ Privateer 161
Matt Simmonds' new bike is designed to handle the toughest British enduro conditions.
23Jun 2020
23Jun 2020
Bike Check & Interview: Evan Turpen’s High Pivot Steel Beauty
"The design of this bike wasn't limited. It was a clean slate aimed at getting the most performance possible out of a bike with absolutely no obligations to anyone but myself."
23Jun 2020
Bike Check: The Ibis Mojo HD5 is a 27.5″ Trail Paver
Megan Chinburg shares why she loves her leggy Ibis Mojo HD5 enduro mountain bike.
22Jun 2020
Commencal Launches the New 2021 Meta AM 29
Longer, slacker, shorter offset fork - this is much more than just a facelift.
18Jun 2020
Last Bikes Launch the 2021 Glen & Coal
Last bikes have added two new bikes to their range that use the same frame to offer options for trail and enduro riding.
15Jun 2020
Review: The Knolly Warden LT eats up the rough stuff without losing its balance
Knolly's Warden LT makes short work of rough terrain, but it's not just a big softie. It also has a supportive side that encourages you to earn your turns.
13Jun 2020
Trek Slash 8 review – The return of the champion
When it was launched, the Trek Slash was outrageous. Now, as bike travel has increased, the Trek Slash 8 looks a little undergunned. Can it still mix with the big guns?
13Jun 2020
Propain Tyee CF review – Supermodel looks, superhero performance
Looking a million dollars, the Propain Tyee CF is a bargain. With a low-slung frame and very progressive suspension, it loves collecting air miles. But can its performance live up to the looks?
13Jun 2020
Privateer 161 review – Compromise is not an option
The Privateer 161 has 161 mm rear travel, a low-slung Horst link suspension system, 29” wheels and very on-trend geometry. Will it be the champion of simplicity and no-frills performance?
13Jun 2020
Nukeproof Mega 290 Expert review – Fastest in the world!
The Nukeproof Mega is officially the fastest Enduro bike in the world but can the Nukeproof Mega 290 Expert take pole position at this tough price point?
13Jun 2020
Merida ONE-SIXTY 700 review – Big travel, weak punch
The Merida ONE-SIXTY 700 is Merida’s bargain-basement 170-165 mm big hitter. However, its performance doesn’t live up to its intent.
13Jun 2020
Ibis Ripmo AF review – A simple bike for simple duties… Riding hard
Our group test proves that the Ibis Ripmo AF takes the roughest trails in its stride but can this trail bike keep up with enduro bikes when the going gets tough?
13Jun 2020
Giant Reign 29 SX review – Supersized for super fun?
With an amazing build spec and refined ancestry, can the 29” wheeled, 170/146 mm travel Giant Reign SX deliver big fun on the trail, or is its reign over?
13Jun 2020
Canyon Torque AL 6.0 2020 review – The uncompromising specialist
With 180/175 mm travel, the Canyon Torque knocks loudly on the door of downhill bikes but the geometry and single crown fork speak otherwise.
13Jun 2020
YT CAPRA 29 COMP review – Move b$#!%, get out the way!
The latest YT Capra COMP 29 model is an absolute hooligan with 170/160 mm of travel and 29” wheels. A downhill bike that can be pedalled back to the top?
13Jun 2020
What’s the best 2020 Enduro Bike under € 3,500 – 9 mountain bikes in review
Just how much do you have to spend to get an affordable enduro bike that is ready to go, out of the box, with no extra costs?
10Jun 2020
First Look: MDE Damper 2020
I chose the 29-inch version and requested some geometry changes thanks to the Rider Tuned Geometry personalization program offered by MDE.
10Jun 2020
Dream Builds: Travis Engel’s Scott Ransom … Again
Travis Engel's Scott Ransom is still his one and only, marking the first time we've picked the same bike for a Dream Build two years in a row.
7Jun 2020
Dream Bike: Transition Sentinel
As far as the bike itself goes, I love the do-it-all but still have fun spirit the Sentinel has.
3Jun 2020
The Matchup: 2020 Norco Optic or Sight? – Trail Bike vs All-Mountain Bike
The Norco Sight put head to head with the Norco Optic.