In this beautiful piece from issue 54, Matt Letch reckons that just because you’re not winning, it doesn’t mean you’re not trying
Matt Letch
Worried About Size? Cotic Is Offering Support.
Are Rock Gardens getting you down? Are you afraid of the more exciting things in life? Well, we've found a cure….
Santa Cruz Demo Fleet Stolen.
Yesterday we had every riders worst nightmare come true – our Sprinter van was broken into and 11 Santa Cruz demo bikes were stolen.
The Hive/e*thirteen 2013
New chainsets and guides from e*thirteen, narrated by our very own 'Kung Fu' David Carradine...
Five Ten Spitfire Mid Freeride shoes
I have to be honest here and say that I must have been one of the few mountain bikers in the world that didn’t really like Five Ten shoes when they were first available to us. Although I loved the grip, I could never really…
Strength in Numbers – UK Cinema Tour Dates Announced **UPDATED**
Dates have been announced for the UK cinema tour of “Strength in Numbers” from the Anthill Collective
TSG Introduces VEP
Swiss action sports protection brand TSG uses new visco-elastic material for bike soft protectors
Kinesis UK Hell Of The West
This just in from the lovely Steve Toze of Shred Magazine Dust off your ‘cross bikes! The KinesisUK ‘Hell of the West’ Cyclo-X Sportive will show that there’s a lot more to Dartmoor than epic views and ponies. Badged as a Cyclo-X Sportive the Hell…
Blazing Saddles in Hebden Bridge is 18 this weekend
Our local bike shop has come of age - and they plan to party this Sunday with bike demos, offers and more
We know who is to blame for the weather…
We initially thought it was our Mark’s fault for taking off his winter tyres on his car, but we’ve since found out it’s Chris Porter, Fabien Barel and Paul Walton who are to blame – just so they can launch a mud guard. Read on…
At The Very Last Moment in 3D
3D Extreme sports film follows Danny MacAskill and Lapierre team amongst others...
Rutland Cycling host 29er Day at Fineshade Cycling
Big Wheel Curious? Want to try before you buy, but with like minded people in a dark wood safe place? Well get your self down to Fineshade woods on the 18th of February for a dedicated big wheel test bike day, and also a chance…
The Black Mountains 3 Day Is Go!
Save the dates in your diary now! Bearded Man are proud to announce the ‘very best of the Black Mountains’ in one unmissable MTB event – 29th June to 1st July 2012. The Black Mountains 3 Day MTB endurance event returns for a second year…
Happy Xmas!
This is a kind of time travel post – Were not actually here in an office, locked in battle on the forum discussing Konnie Huq or relative benefits of wheel sizes. No were busy with our friends and family eating turkey or Duck or vomiting…
Mid Week Movies
Jonny’s not here this week (he broke his curfew and is back under lock and key), which means that other people (i.e. Matt) are going to control your mind this Wednesday. So we’ve got opposite locked Volvos (‘cos they’re R.A.D.), and German death tech (and…
Stocking Thrillers Day 17
Hurry hurry hurry! Just a few days left!! Mills Physio First off we have a great offer from Mills Physio – Ali Mills, the new Physio and Pilates Guru for Singletrack Magazine, is offering sweet torture physiotherapy vouchers to get you back up on your…
Last Chance To Get A Singletrack Xmas Sub!
It’s nearly time. We’re all getting ready for Christmas and just like us we’re sure you’ve been busy killing turkeys, buying gallons of wine from Corney & Barrow and shopping for your loved ones. So this is that gentle poke that your gran/mum/girlfriend gives you…
Stocking Thrillers Day Ten
The nice people at Embers Merino have some great stocking fillers and if your in the area of their office on Saturday then they also have a sale on. More info here.. http://www.embersmerino.com/blogs/?p=517 Quarter Sock : Price £13.00 DESCRIPTION : Premium quality merino rich socks,…
Win lights Everyday Up Until Xmas With CycleSurgery.
The folks at CycleSurgery want to bring some light (sorry!) into your life with the opportunity to win a Lezyne front light worth £49.99 each day up until Xmas Eve. Aaahhhh. (Now edited so you find out that you can win more than the light…
Stocking Thrillers Day Eight
I know, I know! At some point you’ve been expecting to see Chipps in his finest hosiery telling you why wearing hold ups makes you quicker at ‘cross racing – but no – it’s just more consumer goodness to give to loved one or send…
Stocking Thrillers Day Six
Our Christmas present prompt returns! Once again we’ve got a trio of suggestions that’ll tickle the fancy of the bike fiend in your life – or maybe give you an idea of what to gently hint at, unless you’re really short of socks and Y-fronts.…
Stocking Thrillers Day Five
Before we break for the weekend, we’ve got our final trio of stocking stuffing suggestions for you – and not a pony in sight. LEZYNE Tech Floor Drive ABS pump Take the pressure out of changing tyres next year! New Air Bleed System chuck. 160psi…
Stocking Thrillers Day Four
Today we have shiny shiny things from the good people at 2-Pure! Pedros Beverage Wrench Never again will you have to wrestle or bite unruly bottle caps. A must for every kitchen and toolbox, you never know when you might need an ’emergency’ beer. Suitable…
Stocking Thrillers Day Three
A classic combination of Christmas Gifts today. Something practical, something that will help you get drunk (potentially) and something to make you (well your bike) more pretty – obviously not really needed but more desirable for it. Giant Winter Base Layer Giant’s Winter Base Layer…
Stocking Thrillers Day Two
Dove free today. But don’t be down – more Christmas desirables for you to lust/click/complain for. Today’s juicy selection is all available from Hotlines… Nukeproof Critical Armour knee pads We’ve built these pads to withstand the most brutal of crashes and added comfort-enhancing features like…
Stocking Thrillers Day One (Warning Contains Christmas Content And Good Cheer)
Yo ho ho! Merry Christmas! We like to help here at Singletrack Magazine – we really do. This year we decided we’d help with cycling Christmas present dilemmas. Over the next few weeks everyday, we’re going to have three products to show you (no partridges…
SPAM Winter Challenge – 18th December 2011
Billy Bragg did it (messed around on Salisbury plain (0.34)) Why don’t you ? This year you’re not going to have sick up the turkey and port Christmas excess like normal – the date has changed. Read on.. The SPAM Winter Challenge is Salisbury…
Ison Are Employing!
While we were down at Ison Distribution yesterday touching Surlys and squeezing snow tyres, Matt Andrews mentioned they are after a new web monkey.. Ison Distribution Ltd is one of the UK’s premium bicycle distribution companies. We are seeking a visionary and motivated person to…
Mountain Biking Made Easy: New Bike Bus Link From Edinburgh To Glentress.
Glentress is a world-class mountain bike destination and part of the Seven Stanes network of biking trails spanning the south of Scotland. But without a car or other means of direct transport, Karl Mott, a former business studies student at Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, found…
Long Termer Review: Matt’s Lapierre Spicy 516 Video Update
Matt's got a quick video update on how his Spicy has got on this summer
Montane Kielder 100 – 2011.
A classic British summer tale of deluge true grit misery and suffering all from your warm office chair. Montane Kielder 100 – Take 3 Words & Images Joolze Dymond “The man who removes a mountain begins by carrying away small stones.” Chinese Proverb I suspect…
Fort William Halo BDS Cancelled For This Weekend.
Just in from Si .. Boooo. Friday – Southerly 30mph quickly becoming 40-50mph Saturday – Southerly 40mph gusts 60mph Sunday – South Westerly 40mph gusts 60mph Southerly’s are the worst direction for the gondola as the wind travels straight down the line. Friday looks like…
The Plymbridge Woods Trail Project Needs Support!
The problem with land is that there is only a finite amount of it. When it is a piece of woodland on the outskirts of a city then everyone thinks they own a little piece of it – usually because they can remember their first…
Eurobike 2011: Saracen
More moving images from Eurobike: This time Saracen with their new 160mm bike and improved, lighter Ariel 140mm bikes. Plus, cunning new features that ensure you’ll always get the right parts for you bike. Oh, there are some chimpanzee noises too. http://vimeo.com/28656078
Last Minute Places Available At The 2011 Trans-Provence.
Many of you may already know that the third edition of the Trans-Provence is set to take place this September. Today, however, we can report that due to a couple of injuries, 2 spots in the limited sized field (55) have recently become available. As…
Midweek Movies
Calm down – calm down! No need to riot , we’ve got your weekly fix of Video goodness to help propel you towards Friday First up Matt Hunter – Here you’ll find Matt embracing Gnarr through nature rather than the double down – Remote…
Midweek Mini Movies
How does politics influence hip jumps? Which enduro racers like to worry llamas? When does wearing lycra become an anti-social offence? All will be made clear with this week’s edition of moving pictures… We’ll start with multi-talented snapper and videographer Marco Toniolo and enduro racers…
Mr “Mojo” Chris Porter House Robbed, Bikes Stolen.
This Just in From Chris at Mojo – A reward is bang offered – keep em peeled. Pictures to follow. We had a break in at home yesterday where the thieves made away with two very distinctive mountain bikes, some riding kit and a trials…
Access. More Thoughts From Mr Porter.
Brace brace brace! When we brought you Chris Porter’s ever so slightly controversial take on the state of Access Rights in the UK it sparked a whole new area of debate on the area. We heard from a Policeman and then from a Rights of…
Friday Slammers (Including Akrigg Cliff Jump)
No fresh goods I'm afraid this week I'm all on my own in the office today and there's not a SLR in sight. Anyway I thought Some Friday Slammers may be in order .....
Cambrian Bike Fest May 28th, 29th & 30th 2011.
Free this weekend? Fancy a jaunt around some of Mid Wales finest trails? Set in the heart of Wales in the Cambrian Mountains, Llanwrtyd Wells provides access to one of the few remaining wilderness areas in Britain and in May 2011 will host The Cambrian…
Les Gets All Mountain Camp And Race With Fabien Barel
Mojo has decided to get together and arrange a riding camp for British riders taught by Fabien Barel and Rowan Sorrell with technical seminars and set-up help from Mojo suspension’s gurus too. The camp will take place in the ‘Brit’ friendly resort of Les Gets…
Original Source Mountain Mayhem: Dream Teams Wanted
Original Source Mountain Mayhem: Dream Teams Wanted!!
Ibis UK Offering Seven Lucky Cyclists The Chance To Ride With Brian Lopes.
Ibis UK offering seven lucky cyclists the chance to ride with Brian Lopes, at Dalby this weekend!
Mid Week Movies.
Jumps, crashes, skids, skinny people who are going to get massively obese through sloth. First up sunshine, Spain and bar spins. You might want to fast forward to about 3.30 if you’re skipping infomercials at your lunch break though. We Are Family Films: Episode 1…
VIP News From The Black Mountains 3 Day Beer Sponsor.
With a little under two months to go now until the Black Mountains 3 Day kicks off on July 1st, the team have been busy putting the finishing touches on the vital small touches which make the event unique.
Chris Akrigg Broken!
Left with a shattered leg and broken arm after attempting particularly hard cliff drop
The Good Mountain Biking Guide England & Wales
The Good Mountain Biking Guide is a comprehensive handbook comprising 640 pages of tightly packed information, covering every area that has access to great mountain bike trails.