As Spring blends into Summer, and the winter wardrobe takes more of a back seat, having a lightweight jacket is a must for any riding kit bag – and the…
Rob Mitchell
Head To Head Trail Bike Review | 2019 GT Sensor Expert Vs 2019 Trek Fuel EX 9.7
When it comes to full suspension trail bikes these days, there are so many options to look at. We’ve got super high-end, luxury carbon options from the likes of Santa…
Review | The 2019 Trek Fuel EX 9.7 is a tech-heavy trail bike that rips hard
As part of a head-to-head review feature, Rob’s been testing two 130mm travel 29er trail bikes; the 2019 GT Sensor Expert and the 2019 Trek Fuel EX 9.7. So which…
Review | The 2019 GT Sensor Carbon Expert ditches complicated suspension for pure, unadulterated fun
As part of a head-to-head review feature, Rob’s been testing two 130mm travel 29er trail bikes; the 2019 GT Sensor Expert and the 2019 Trek Fuel EX 9.7. So which…
Goggle Grouptest | We ran 5 pairs of goggles through the winter, and this is the result
Riding in the winter can be pretty shit. So with the hope of trying to make it less so, we’ve put five pairs of goggles to the test through an…
Review | The Scott Prospect Goggles are about as ‘shouty’ as they come
What are the best goggles for mountain biking? We brought together five pairs from 100%, Dragon Alliance, Julbo POC, Scott, and put them in the hands of our goggle aficionado…
Review | The POC Ora Goggles surprised us with both their price and performance
What are the best goggles for mountain biking? We brought together five pairs from 100%, Dragon Alliance, Julbo POC, Scott, and put them in the hands of our goggle aficionado…
Review | With photochromic lenses, the Julbo Bang NXT Goggles automatically adjust to the light – at a price
What are the best goggles for mountain biking? We brought together five pairs from 100%, Dragon Alliance, Julbo POC, Scott, and put them in the hands of our goggle aficionado…
Review | The Dragon Alliance MXV Max Goggles come with two lenses and very good ventilation
What are the best goggles for mountain biking? We brought together five pairs from 100%, Dragon Alliance, Julbo POC, Scott, and put them in the hands of our goggle aficionado…
Review | The 100% Racecraft Goggles have literally 20 options for you to choose from
What are the best goggles for mountain biking? We brought together five pairs from 100%, Dragon Alliance, Julbo POC, Scott, and put them in the hands of our goggle aficionado…
Review | The SixSixOne Evo AM helmet comes loaded with MIPS, BOA and magnets
First released back in 2015, the Evo AM took the top spot in the SixSixOne (661) helmet range from its now-younger (and cheaper) sibling, the Recon. Since then, this broad-coverage…
First Look: Trek’s 2019 Fuel EX 9.7 is a do-most-of-the-things bike
Following the teasing photos from Fresh Goods Friday, we’re now here to give you full first look at the 2019 Trek Fuel EX 9.7. Currently on test, and being put…
First Look: Ron Burgundy’s 2019 GT Sensor Expert
Earlier this year, GT released two new bikes that took a wild step away from what we were all used to seeing from the brand.
Nukeproof Dives Into 2019 With Range Update
Today sees the launch of a 2019 ‘range update’ from Nukeproof Bikes. Although there isn’t anything glaringly new in the line up, there are a few tweaks and alterations to…
Review: Merida’s playful One-Forty 800 trail bike
6 weeks on Merida's black beauty One-Forty has been a blast, but now Rob wraps up his review of this do-it-all trail bike
Singletrack Editors’ Choice Awards 2017 – more winners!
Three more awards bestowed upon the best of the best
Review: Giro’s Chronicle Helmet Brings Brain-Saving MIPS Technology Under 100 Quid
The Giro Chronicle is a purpose-built trail helmet with some clever features - and coming in under the magic ton
Review: Nukeproof Mega 290 Race
Mega by name, Mega by nature. Another idiotproof enduro offering from Nukeproof, and Rob gives us his verdict.
Review: Madison Addict 3-Layer Storm Jacket
After a year of all-weather testing, Rob gives his verdict on this tough 3-layer waterproof jacket from Madison.
Review: Troy Lee Designs Ruckus Sleeveless Baselayer
No ruckus with this baselayer from Troy Lee Designs. In fact, with its stealth pockets and compression fit, it's quite the opposite actually.
Review: Camelbak Mule LR Hydration Pack
Camelbak has completely redesigned the classic Mule. Did they get it right? Check out Rob's review of the Mule LR pack here.
Longterm Review: Crayons’ Ibis Ripley LS
After six months aboard the longer and slacker Ibis Ripley LS, Rob gives his feedback on this high-end trail machine
Review: Brand-X Ascend Dropper Post
Can you get a decent dropper post for less than £150? Rob Crayons checks out the internally-routed Ascend from Brand-X
Fort William 2017: Video Log Day Five (Race Day)
Sunday was race day at Fort William, and our team had the cameras running to take you Behind The Scenes on this mental day of non-stop action
Fort William 2017: Finish Area Gallery
We've had the on-course action from Fort Bill, but now it's time to see the more emotional side of such a brutal event. Elation, glory, disappointment and wonder, Fort Bill…
Fort William 2017: Sunday Race Day Gallery
We bring you all the on-course action from race day at the 2017 Fort William World Cup
Fort William 2017: Saturday Qualifying Gallery
Saturday at the 2017 Fort William World Cup is all about qualifying. Come with us on a visual tour of another day of Scottish World Cup madness
Fort William 2017: Practice Mega Gallery
The sun was shining on the riders during timed practice at the 2017 Fort William World Cup
Fort William 2017: Video Log Day Two
The crew is on the ground at the 2017 Fort William World Cup, and they've just delivered us this tidy little video of Day Two
Fort William 2017: Behind The Scenes – Friday Practice
Ross and Andi take us round the pits, to chat with riders as they head down from practise runs on the Friday of Fort William
Fort William 2017: Track Walk
With a new section of trail, prepared for bigger wheels, we take you on a walk of the 2017 Fort William World Cup track
Fort William 2017: Chatting With Claudio Caluori
During the first day of the Fort William World Cup, we chat with Mr Course Preview himself, Claudio Caluori - and show his course preview video.
First Look: Nukeproof Mega 290 Race
The bigger wheeled version of the enduro ready 275, the Mega 290 Race from Nukeproof hits ST Towers for some hot testing. Take a first peak at this shiny new…
Review: Giro Jacket Flat Pedal Shoes
Crayons adorns some new flat pedal riding shoes from Giro. Do the Jackets have what it takes to stick it to Five Ten, Shimano & Specialized? Find out here
First Look Review: Ibis Ripley LS
Rob runs us through a first look of his shiny new long term test bike, the Ibis Ripley LS
Review: Nukeproof Mega 275 Comp Longterm Test Bike
After a few months of riding, and some spec alterations, Rob has his final say on the Nukeproof Mega 275 in this final longterm review
Review: Intense Spider 275C Factory Build
Just how capable is a 130mm carbon trail bike? Crayons took the Intense Spider 275C Factory out for a play to see if the Spider bites back
Red Bull Hardline 2016 – Race Day
We check out the bonkers track and crazy riding on race day at Red Bull Hardline 2016
Review: GoPro Hero 4 Session
The latest pocket-size action sports camera from GoPro gets taken out for a blast. How does it compare to the Hero? Rob investigates.
Focus Bikes launch F.O.L.D suspension system, and two, all new bikes
Focus surprise us with a new suspension system and two new bikes.
Crankworx Les Gets – Downhill action
A round up of the action on race day, at Crankworx Les Gets Downhill
Crankworx Les Gets – A rainy Saturday in the Alps
A slice of the action from a pretty wet Saturday at Crankworx Les Gets
A Weekend of Heroes
Fort William 2016 gives us the champions of the hill, the legends of the sport and so many reasons to love mountain biking
The Dogs of Downhill – Fort William 2016
It's not just us humans that can enjoy a World Cup at Fort William. There were plenty of dogs spectating too
Fort William 2016 Gallery
Gallery: A quick look at Friday and Saturday from the World Cup at Fort William
Fort William World Cup 2016 – Track Walk
Photos from today's track walk at the Fort William World Cup. There were a lot of 'air handlebars' in evidence
Review: Nukeproof Horizon Pedals – Sam Hill Series
Quality flat pedals from Nukeproof, approved by Sam Hill himself.
SRAM Launches New 12 speed XX1 & XO1 Eagle Drivetrains
The future of 1x drivetrains is here, says SRAM - 12 speed is here!