Just a couple of pics of a tidy looking frame.
Ben Haworth
185cm tall. 73kg weight. Orange Switch 6er. Saracen Ariel Eeber. Schwalbe Magic Mary. Maxxis DHR II. Coil fan.
Kona’s New Lacondeguy Frame
Kona designers picked Lacondeguy's brain over the course of the last year to come up with a bike design that could live up to the talent and punishment.
GREEN! My New Long Termer
Now that the Genesis Alpitude has been finished with it was time to get another Long Term project in. And after a LOT of deliberation here is what I’ve gone for… I’m going to build it up as a All Day Mildy-Hardcore Hardtail Trail Ripper.…
The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Seven: ‘The End’
After seven days, four special stages, over 500km (312miles) of riding , and 14,500m (47,560ft) of climbing the GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales rolled home into Builth Wells. For the winners, the spoils of victory, but for all finishers the deep satisfaction of taking on this…
The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Six: ‘Almost Home’
The penultimate day of the GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales saw the riders head to the smallest town in Britain, Llanwrtyd Wells, with some tough climbing and technical descents along the way to bring the finish line of the seven day challenge finally into view…
From The ST Archive: Darcy Turenne Interview
Chipps catches up with Canadian Freerider Darcy Turenne. One of only a few professional women Freeriders, she also fronts a TV programme, rides for the Norco factory team, races, models – and jumps a mean 360.
Ragley Carnegie’s Bar
Bent.
The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Five: ‘Warring with Attrition’
Tough weather conditions and the fourth and final special stage makes an already tough day even tougher; but tempering the grind was some inspirational riding wrung from the dark heart of Brechfa Forest itself…
Issue 52: 4X Bikes Video
4X full sussers is the theme of the bike test for Singletrack issue 52. We were wondering if they'd be The Perfect Bike for riding modern UK trail centres. So we took them to arguably the swoopiest of trail centres - Brechfa Forest in south…
Dales Bike Centre Autumn Offer
Dales Bike Centre of Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales has informed us of an Autumn "3 nights for the price of 2" offer on their bunk and breakfast accommodation.
The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Four: ‘NiteRiders’
An epic day in the saddle threw the riders head long into the finest riding of the entire GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales so far, before seeing them hurtle headlong into the darkness for the NiteRider night time special stage that would see thrills and spills…
2010 Nicolai Helius AFR
Following the launch of the Helius AM and Helius AC comes the Helius AFR - All FreeRide(!). Recommended fork is a 7” single crown.
The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Three: ‘The thick of it’
Three linking stages and two special stages in, the GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales is beginning to take shape amidst some stunning scenery and scorching riding…
2010 Genesis Bikes
We've just been sent a bunch of pics of next year's Genesis bikes. And it's not just a case of B.N.G. (Bold New Graphics).
Singletrack Trail Guide – Thetford Forest
Thetford Forest reviewed by Singletrackworld member Tom Hyde…
Gore Bike Wear Transwales: Day 1 and 2
The first and second stages of the TransWales epic...
You Had To Be There (Or Maybe Not)
This issue is on The Plan as being the “Interview” issue. For such an apparently straightforward feature they always seem to end involving a surprising amount of work/hassle – both beforehand and afterwards! Trying to “synch” diaries with people in the bike industry seems to…
2009 TransRockies Final Stage: Report, Results, Pics
The epic comes to a close.
2009 TransRockies Stage 6: Report, Results, Pics
Across the Continental Divide and into the storm...
From The ST Archive: “Trails To Rails”
With the help of top rider Nigel Page, we take a couple of ‘normal’ cyclists and make cornering heroes out of them. Words and pics by Chipps.
Complete Our User Survey And Win Loads Of Ace Stuff
It's time we got to know you better in a collective sense. We want to make sure that our website and magazine are together delivering the best possible content to you and doing this kind of survey helps us to do that. But to give…
2009 TransRockies Stage 5: Report, Results, Pics
Heavy weather keeps riders at the limit during Stage 5 of the 2009 TransRockies.
Montane Kielder 100
Forums are alight across the country with a burbling of excitement as riders contemplate that in a little over 3 weeks, the UK’s first 100 mile off road race will be underway
Kranked-ReJeKt: Episode 6
ReJeKt is a behind-the-scenes webisode about the characters of Kranked-REVOLVE. Episode 6 features the first leg of Radical Films' 2009 Euro tour. We met up with Sam Pilgrim in Hungary for the Balaton Bike Fest.
2009 TransRockies Stage 3: Report, Results, Pics
After two days of perfect racing weather, riders who woke during the night after the epic second stage heard the gentle patter of rain on their tents and campers. The start line at Nipika Mountain Resort is at roughly 1100 metres elevation, so rain and…
Gore Bikewear TranWales 09 Update
Its only a few days now before the registration at this years GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales 09 opens at the White House Campsite in Builth Wells, Wales.
Kranked – REVOLVE – Trailer
According to us this new flick is "a cinematic state of the union for mountain biking today." Wowsers. UPDATE: This DVD is now available to buy in the Singletrack Online Shop.
Merida S’Presso i8-D
When Benji moved away from The Valley last year (shock horror!) he suddenly found himself in the market for a type of bicycle he'd never needed/wanted before... a commuting bike.
2009 TransRockies Stage 2: Report, Results, Pics
Stage 2 Takes Riders to Heaven and Hell, TransRockies-Style. TransRockies Stage 2 report by Paul Done…
Help Us Build A Pump Track This Weekend
For next issue's "One Ton Weekend" feature we're going to attempt to build a pump track. But we need your help. Beer and BBQ will be provided.
2009 TransRockies Stage 1: Report, Results, Pics
Rocky Mountain Factory Team Riders grab the early jerseys in the TR3 and TransRockies. Report from Paul Done.
Kill The Bill
News about an end of season event for the 5-6th of September.
Forestry Commission: Have Your Say
Forestry Commission England manages 258,000ha of Public Forest Estate, made up of 1,500 woods and forests across the country. With more than half the population living with 10km of the estate they would like to know what you think.
Silverfish Signs Deal With Mondraker Bikes
Silverfish UK is "proud to announce" that an exclusive partnership has been signed with Spanish based Mountain Bike Company Mondraker.
TORQ In Your Sleep
The next installment for all you hardened enduro fans is the TORQ in your Sleep 12 hour. Starting at 12midday Sunday 30th August and finishing promptly at midnight, this user friendly enduro gives you a whole night of sleep to recover from all the riding…
More Downhill Racing At Aston Hill
If you have not already heard the whispers, Aston Hill will be hosting its second Downhill race of the year on Sunday, September 13th.
From The ST Archive: “The Secret Spot” by Huw Cooke
Just as surfers have their own, jealously guarded surf spots, so Huw Cooke finds solace in a secret trail he can call his own - or at least borrow…
Singletrack Trail Guide – Highland Wildcat Trail, Golspie
Highland Wildcat Trail at Golspie reviewed by Singletrackworld member Jason Curle…
Issue 52: Update
AKA the Ben & Sim issue.. right then, words and pics are beginning to trickle in. I’ve tried to chase up some words from folks and hopefully by the end of this week we could have about 25% of the mag’s “raw materials” in for…
XC Racing At New Commonwealth Games Venue (near Glasgow)
This Sunday (9th Aug) will see the first event at the venue for the 2014 Commonwealth Games MTB race. Cathkin Braes on the south side of Glasgow is a fantastic location with some great riding and amazing views across the city.
The Hope Endurance Downhill, Fort William [UPDATED]
Racers descend the height of Ben Nevis 359 times in a six hour gravity challenge. NOW WITH ADDED VIDEO!
2010 RockShox Lyrik
Apparently "whether you decide to be a Super D star or just enjoy an evening shuttle with your friends, Lyrik can answer all the trail duty’s you can throw at it".
Bontrager Twentyfour12 – The Enduro Event Made Easy!
Now in its 4th year, this event continues to attract enthusiast and newbie’s alike, all keen to test their endurance and bike handling skills in a festival-like atmosphere, with hundreds of other like-minded souls.
2010 Marzocchi Four Cross & Dirt Jump
For 2010 Marzocchi’s goal for the Dirt Jump range was to increase the strength and performance without adding weight. Extensive testing has resulted in added strength but with less weight and working with re-designed internals.
The MTB World Cup From Bromont
The NISSAN UCI Mountain Bike World Cup takes place this weekend in Bromont, Canada, and Freecaster.tv will be there LIVE bringing you the DHI from 19:15 CET on Saturday August 1st. Tune in on Sunday 2nd of August for the 4X from 01:00 CET and…
Out Of Office
You may have been wondering why the front page of the site has been quiet this week. Well, we’ve all been in Morzine on the 2009 Singletrack Magazine Reader Holiday hosted by Flow MTB. A full report will be in the next issue but in…
Out Of Office
You may have been wondering why the front page of the site has been quiet this week. Well, we’ve all been in Morzine on the 2009 Singletrack Magazine Reader Holiday hosted by Flow MTB. A full report will be in the next issue but in…
Selkirk Merida This Weekend
Only a day to go before the Merida Marathon roadshow once again return to Selkirk in the Scottish borders for the Scottish round of the 2009 Merida Bikes MTB Marathon series.
9th Hope Valley Mountain Bike Challenge
The 9th Hope Valley Mountain Bike Challenge takes place on Saturday 26th September 2009. It offers a choice of two off-road routes of approx 20 and 38 miles around the Hope Valley.
The New Ibis Mojo HD
A new 160+mm travel big brother to the Mojo Carbon and Mojo SL. We know of a certain heavily bearded man who will be interested in slinging a leg over one of these...
Free Knog Lights For CTC Members
This promotion allows all new members of CTC to get a free set of Knog ‘Frog’ lights when they join CTC. You should join the CTC anyway - they're ace.