A few weeks back, Gee Atherton released more information about his horrific crash. Gee suffered serious injury and was lucky to walk away. Now on the path to recovery, he’s…
Lauren Jenkins
Not too good about writing about myself, but not so bad at writing about other things. There was a time that I hated bikes, but then they became my life. Wouldn't be the person I am if I hadn't been on this journey. Here's to bikes, drinking tea and everything that comes with life on two wheels.
I'm Lauren, I like bikes and writing about them. Always trying my best and up for adventures.
WTB Launch New Carbon Wheels
WTB have just announced the release of their new CZR carbon wheels. Available for both mountain and gravel, the wheelsets should be available in Europe late next month. The release…
Scott Beaumont Wins his 10th 4X National Championship Title
Over the last few years, Scott Beaumont has taken the National Champ title several times. Aside from a few events, he’s been on the top step for most of them.…
British Cycling Announces Team For 2021 MTB World Championships
The UCI Mountain Bike World Championships will take place next week in Val di Sole, Italy. Today, British Cycling have announced the team. Here’s who will represent Great Britain in…
British Cycling Appoints New Commercial Director
British Cycling has announced the appointment of a new commercial director who will focus on sustainability and growth. The new commercial director, Darren Henry joins from Premier League football club Southampton FC.…
Maribor DH World Cup Track Preview with Reece Wilson
It’s race day in Maribor tomorrow, so if you’ve not seen it yet, here’s a look at the track riders will be taking on for round three of the UCI…
Katie Compton Releases Statement About Doping Ban
On Wednesday, the news broke that Katie Compton had been given a four-year suspension by the US anti-doping agency (USADA). It was announced that she had been tested positive for…
Greg Minnaar is the GOAT
Greg Minnaar (I always remember the spelling of his name by saying it like a pirate) is without a doubt one of the best downhill riders of all time. As…
Maribor Track Walk with Bernard Kerr
With the third round of the DH World cup fast approaching, it won’t be long before racing begins. Check out the track and how things are looking with Bernard Kerr.…
Crankworx BC Will Start on 22 September
With the cancellation of Crankworx Whistler due to Covid, the Crankworx World Tour will make its second stop in British Columbia. Crankworx BC was originally due to take place at…
The Fox Team Head to Maribor
This weekend racers and teams roll into Maribor for round three of DH World Cup. A few of the teams have been out there for a while to have some…
Rider List Announced for Red Bull Rampage 2021
On 15 October, riders will once again take to the steeps of the Utah desert for Red Bull Rampage 2021. The rider list and alternates have been announced. This year…
GT Launches New Force Carbon
Launching today, GT has released details of their all-new GT Force Carbon. A 170mm enduro bike aimed at racers and park shredders alike. The changes include the use of their…
Video: Kenevo Lakes Epic
Reece Langhorn and Henrik Jensen head to the Lake District for some time on the bikes. Joined by videographers Nico Turner and Jacob Gibbins, they’ve created something that will make…
The New Pivot Firebird Range Tops out at Over £15k
Pivot have released information about their all-new Pivot Firebird, completely redesigned for 2021. This 165mm rear and 170mm front suspension bike is Pivot’s longest travel 29r. It comes with size-specific…
Commencal Welcomes Max Langille
Whilst it’s no secret that Max Langille is on Commencal, the timing is now right for Commencal to welcome him officially. Hailing from Calgary, Canada Max started riding with his…
British Cycling Announces New Plans for BMX Freestyle
British Cycling has announced its new long-term plans for growing BMX freestyle following the Olympics. Aimed at a grassroots level, their plans include investment in new facilities and nurturing new…
Rachel Atherton Announces Birth of Baby Daughter, Arna
On Sunday evening, Rachel Atherton announced the birth of her baby daughter, Arna on Instagram. Arna was born on 4 August 2021. Rachel shared the news on social media, updating…
Sunday Sofa Slouch: The Bike Adventure Edition
Sunday, a time to (hopefully) unwind. Sunday Sofa Slouch is a good way to do so. That is if you’re not trying to squeeze in the DIY, shopping, cleaning or…
Is the Bicycle Company UK Britain’s Biggest Cycling Scam?
Although it seems their days are numbered, there’s still a chance they could still catch people out. Thanks to members of our forum this ‘company’ have been brought to our…
Get to Know More about Vero Sandler
Growing up Vero Sandler didn’t really have access to a TV and spent a lot of time outdoors. This video gives some great insight into her hobbies outside of bikes.…
YT Industries Acquired by Private Equity Firm Ardian
Ardian, a leading private investment firm have signed a partnership agreement with YT Industries. The move comes at YT hopes to continue its growth. The management team will now be…
55% of UK Adults Considering Buying an eBike
Today marks Cycle to Work day. To mark the occasion, a new study has been released that suggests 55% of UK adults are considering buying an eBike. Following the first…
What is a Trash Free Trails Approved Event?
A little while back Trash Free Trails announced they would be working with Red Bull Hardline on a new initiative. Trash Free Trails approved events are in their development stage…
DMBinS Launch Scottish MTB Ride Guide with Decathlon
Developing Mountain Biking in Scotland (DMBinS) has announced the launch of their new Scottish MTB ride guide. Created in partnership with Decathlon, the guide is aimed at people new to…
Is 36 Inches the Measure of Fun?
In the mountain bike world, we’re no stranger to new standards, some things catch on straight away. Other things? Well, they may take some time to warm up to. So…
Tomomi Nishikubo’s Bike Pentathlon is Pretty Fun!
Tomomi Nishikubo’s latest video sees him take on hurdles, long jump and a sprint. Not to be beaten, he does it all on two wheels. We’re not really sure if…
Charlotte Worthington Makes History and Gets Gold
Crashing out after attempting the 360 backflip in her first run, Charlotte Worthington came back to take gold. Nailing the trick on her second attempt, she landed it, making her…
Matt Hunter’s Hometown is a Perfect Place for MTB
Shimano’s latest ‘This is Home’ video gives us a glimpse into Matt Hunter’s hometown of Kamloops. we get to see his family, the places he rides and just why he…
Get to Know Vali Holl in this Past, Present and Future Documentary
From a young age, Vali’s talents were recognised. She grew up racing the boys and was picked up by YT when she was only 13. She spent a few years…
Yeti Cycles Announce 2022 Line Up
For 2022 the Yeti lineup has undergone a few changes. Nothing too out there, but the range has a few tweaks for next season. The year ahead will see Yeti…
Here’s What Goes into one of Scott’s Marketing Shoots
There’s a lot that goes on behind the scenes in any industry, but have you ever wondered what goes into a brand photoshoot? In the latest episode of Chasing Trail,…
Video: MTB Allowed Blake Hansen to Be Herself
One of the bravest things you can do in life is be true to who you are. No matter what happens, the important thing is to be your authentic self.…
Here’s a Look at Mondraker’s 2022 Bikes
As a brand, Mondraker have gone all out with their latest release. Here’s a look at the majority of what they have coming out and an overview of their ranges…
Tom Pidcock Commentary Fail: Who Should Commentate?
It’s no secret that there has been disappointment over coverage from mountain biking at the Tokyo Olympics. From helicopter noises to cutting footage at the end of races. There has…
Midweek Movies: The Red Bull Hardline Edition
Happy Wednesday! There’s been a lot of content from Red Bull Hardline. A lot of it from the riders themselves which has been a great way to get a closer…
Mathieu van der Poel Olympic Crash: He Didn’t Know Ramp Had Been Removed
Talking about the incident on Twitter, Mathieu van der Poel confirmed he didn’t know the ramp had been removed for the race. Talking to journalist, Thijs Zonneveld, MVDP confirmed he…
Some of the Best Bits from Red Bull Hardline
Red Bull Hardline is pretty hardcore. An event with some of the biggest features of any race, so much so that they scare the riders. The adrenaline rush that must…
Who is Tom Pidcock?
Most people who read Singletrack will know who Tom Pidcock is. Or at the very least know his name. But for those of you who don’t, here’s a little insight…
Manx 100 Cancelled Due to Route Sabotage
The Manx 100 was set to go ahead last weekend. The event, scheduled for Sunday 25 July is a single lap mountain bike ultra-marathon that takes place on the Isle…
Replay: Red Bull Hardline Finals
Miss the finals on Sunday? Here’s the replay from this year’s Red Bull Hardline. Here is your chance to catch up on some of the world’s best riding one of,…
Two Brothers Stop Bike Theft in Hotel Car Park
If you’re one of the lucky ones, you’ll never know the horror of having bikes stolen or targeted by thieves. For Farah Ahmed and her partner, Jamie Tandoh this was…
Thrills and Spills From Red Bull Hardline Day Two
It’s Red Bull Hardline qualifying day! So, to get warmed up and ready here are the big hits from the second day of practice. It will be interesting to see…
Tokyo Olympics: Here’s Where and When to Watch the XC Racing
With the Olympic opening ceremony done and dusted, the 2020 Tokyo Olympics are officially open. There was a lot of speculation as to whether they would go ahead at all.…
Amaury Pierron Issues Apology For Racist Content on his Instagram Story
Amaury Pierron and Commencal 21 team manager, Charlie Julia Barthe have both issued an apology on their social media. This follows an Instagram story Charlie shared on Thursday showing Amaury’s…
Red Bull Hardline First Hits on Practise Day
Drawing ever closer to finals, Red Bull Hardline has seen riders take to the course for some time to get to know the track and the changes. With qualifying on…
Red Bull Hardline Track Walk with Bernard Kerr
If you haven’t seen his course preview, go check it out. He makes it look so easy it’s kind of scary. To give you an even better insight and closer…
MissAdventures, the Scottish MTB Group for Young Women
MissAdventures is a MTB group for young women in the Scottish Borders. The group, started by Chris Bryant, Aneela McKenna and Caroline McKaig is aimed at women between 12-18 years…
Bernard Kerr’s Red Bull Hardline Course Preview
Head down the Red Bull Hardline course with Bernard Kerr to see what it looks like this year. There have been a few changes but it looks as wild as…
Nukeproof’s New Blood, Dan Booker
Dan Booker has joined the ranks of Nukeproof. With some serious talent and a recommendation from Sam Hill, Nukeproof signed him up. From Hobart, Tasmania, here’s some insight into Dan…