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New Danny MacAskill Video – The Slabs
Danny MacAskill is at it again, riding things on the Isle of Skye and scaring us. If you just look at the odd clip some of this almost looks like…
Ragley 2021 Range – 11 Bikes In Stock Soon!
Another year, another excellent colour palette from Ragley, though there’s no new geometry to report of. A range of 11 bikes with new build options has just landed. The Ragley…
Vali Höll Joins New RockShox Trek Race Team of Youngsters
RockShox and Trek have teamed up to create a new team consisting of gravity focused riders who are all under 21. The team includes two-time UCI Junior Downhill World Champion…
Pipedream’s New SRS48 Fork Has Zero Millimetres of Travel. Or Is It Miles?
Pipedream Cycles has just launched its new 29er fork. In a time when suspension is getting longer and longer, the new Pipedream SRS48 fork has 0mm of plush suspension travel.…
2021 Team News: Remy Métailler Joins Propain
Well we didn’t expect that! Freerider Remy Metailler joins Propain with a banging launch video! Press Release Follows We are very proud and beyond stoked to announce that Rémy Métailler will ride…
All The Bikes, Many Distractions – Bike Video Round Up
Close your tabs, loosen the waistband on those elasticated pants, set your chair to recline and chill out for a few minutes. It’s out latest round up of videos from…
Propain Statement – Covid/Brexit Update Prices Rising
With each day that passes it seems we are hearing about more businesses that are affected by the perfect storm of COVID and Brexit. We’ve had announcements and updates from…
2021 Team News: Phil Atwill back on Propain with his new race program
Phil Atwill teams up with previous sponsor Propain for 2021 with his own downhill race program. Press Release: We are very happy to announce that Phil Atwill is back on PROPAIN Bicycles…
Leatt 4.0 MTB Enduro – DH Certified helmet with removable chin guard
Leatt has launched its first DH certified full face helmet with removable chin guard, the 4.0 MTB Enduro. The helmet is DH certified and is fitted with Leatt’s 360 Turbine…
2021 Team News | Emily Batty joins Canyon
The departure of Pauline Ferrand-Prévot from Canyon-SRAM left a space on Canyon’s roster for another big name fast XCO rider, so it may not be a surprise that Emily Batty…
2021 Team News: Becci Skelton signs for Saracen!
Becci Skelton, the current British Downhill Series Champion, signs for Saracen for 2021 riding Shimano and ODI parts! Press Release Follows Saracen is delighted to announce a new partnership with…
Breaking: Production Privée unveils prototype CNC downhill bike with The Brigade!
Production Privée unveils prototype downhill bike to be raced by Alex Marin and The Brigade Team! Made from CNC machined alloy! Since joining forces with Forestal, we really haven’t seen…
The New Alloy Ibis Ripley – The Ripley AF
There’s a new Ibis Ripley in town. Based on the impressive, carbon (and expensive) 29in wheeled Ripley frame, the Ripley AF offers the same 130mm DW-Link suspension, similar geometry (more…
The Self Improvement Edition: Fresh Goods Friday 532
I’m putting my positive pants on for this round of Lockdown. It sucks, for many reasons we are all aware of, so I plan to make something good come of…
How A Singletrack Membership Can Save You From Polar Bears
As we draw to the end of incredible Trump’s reign of great nonsense and made up facts, allow me to join in one last time. You see, if we learnt…
Grenzerfahrungen – Borderline experiences along the Iron Curtain
You’ve probably already watched the whole series of Bridgerton and are ready for some new viewing. We have the perfect thing for you – a new film by Markus Stitz,…
“the most British things I’ve ever seen” watch Adam Brayton, Elliott Heap and Danny Hart in GasToVlog
2 time World Champion, Danny Hart, joins Adam Brayton and Elliott Heap for some pre-season downhill laps at a local secret spot. In this ever-changing physical and digital landscape, riders…
Cotic iron out EU export details – Prices go up
Last week Cotic informed their customers that they were temporarily suspending EU deliveries of bikes and frames until they could sort out exactly how much it was going to cost…
Not The News: MTB Video Distractions
Want to spend a few minutes being entirely unproductive? You’re in the right place. Sam Hill & The Mega A new video from Sam Hill showing off his skills on…
Danny Hart Joins Cube on two-man Factory Team
We hate to say we told you so, but… well, we did. At least, we told you the rumour that we were hearing and that has finally become official news…
2021 Team News: Angel Suárez joins Commencal 21 Team
After leaving YT, Angel has been teasing his new DH ride, a ride we can confirm today is with the new Commencal 21 Team. Angel Suárez is riding for the…
Pauline Ferrand-Prévot Joins BMC
Swiss bike brand BMC welcomes Pauline Ferrand-Prévot- arguably one of the greatest all round cyclists ever – to the team. Pauline Ferrand-Prévot was the first ever cyclist to simultaneously hold…
2021 Team News: Theo Galy Signs For Sunn French Connexion Racing
Sunn French Connexion Racing launches new EWS team and reveals their first rider, French National Champion Theo Galy! French brand Sunn has joined forces with a new EWS Team with…
2021 Team News: Mariana Salazar becomes a privateer with Dorval support
Team Dorval AM rider, Mariana Salazar, announces she won’t race for Dorval AM in 2021, but will be supported by them. In this ever-changing world, teams and athletes are creating…
2021 Team News: Becci Skelton and Rocky Mountain part ways
2019 British Champ, Becci Skelton has announced that she will not race for Rocky Mountain Bikes in 2021. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Becci Skelton (@becciskelly)…
Order Good Things for the year ahead – Singletrack Issue 135 Is Coming
Some of you may be barely digesting your Christmas edition of Singletrack Magazine – and if you were lucky enough to be given a gift membership make sure you activate…
Cotic suspend EU deliveries over question around what constitutes a British product
Are bikes ‘made’ by Cotic that consist of frames built in Taiwan actually British products? That’s the question that Cy at Cotic is grappling with right now (as well as…
Not The News – MTB Video Distractions
You probably need a distraction right about now, so here’s a quick selection of an alternative reality. Imagine it – you have perfect control of your bike, in all conditions.…
2021 Team News: Sam Hill signs a new 3-year deal with Chainreaction Nukeproof
We had a strong feeling that Sam Hill was trolling us with his Instagram post yesterday, and today he’s confirmed it! Early yesterday morning, Sam Hill posted a message to…
London Bike Show Cancelled and owner ceases trading
COVID 19 claims another victim as the operator of The London Bike Show cancels events and ceases trading. Well, 2021 hasn’t really started as we had optimistically hoped, with new…
2021 Team News: Graham Agassiz joins YT Industries
Aggi moves from Evil to YT Industries to bolster the German brands’ Freeride legends! View this post on Instagram A post shared by YT Industries (@yt_industries) Beyond stoked to welcome @grahamagassiz to…
2021 Team News: Meet the Orbea Factory Team featuring Isla Short!
Orbea announces the 2021 Orbea Factory Team with new riders including Isla Short, and new sponsors! Press Release Follows We’ve traveled half the world in the last five years, accumulating…
Brooks Products ARE Still Available to UK customers through UK distributor and UK stockists
The distributor of Brooks Saddles has confirmed that all Brooks products are still available to UK buyers despite Brooks’ online statement. Over the weekend Forbes reported that Brooks would no…
2021 Team News: Seth Sherlock moves to Elite with Intense Factory Racing
Junior downhill racer, Seth Sherlock moves to Elite and remains with the Intense Factory Racing team. We told you that teams like trolling us, well Jeff Steber tried just that…
2021 Team News: Sam Hill off Nukeproof CRC or is he trolling us?
Enduro champion Sam Hill has taken to Instagram with a message that implies he’s leaving Nukeproof CRC, or he could simply be messing with us! When the team rumours start…
Update: Brooks temporarily suspends shipment of UK made saddles to the UK due to Brexit
British made Brooks saddles are no longer being shipped to UK customers due to Brexit uncertainty. UPDATE: Extra, the UK distributor has been in touch to explain that Brooks products…
2021 Team News: Graham Agassiz leaves Evil Bikes
Freeride legend and Redbull Rampage rider, Graham Agassiz, leaves Evil Bikes and Black Collars. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Evil Bikes (@evilbicycles) t’s be a wild…
2021 Team News: Eliot Jackson joins Santa Cruz
Eliot Jackson signs for Santa Cruz Bicycles for 2021 and beyond after a 4 year stint at Giant! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Eliot Jackson (@eliotjackson)…
2021 Team News: Lachlan Blair moves on from Hazzard Racing
Hazzard Racing bids farewell to Lachlan Blair who moves to a new ride with “top EWS support” for the 2021 season. View this post on Instagram A post shared by…
The Mega Sack winner is…
The draw happened. Live. On Youtube at 7pm New Years Day. Were you there? Watch the video again to see if you won. Also, there was some extra draws we…
2021 Team News: Veronique Sandler moves to Santa Cruz!
After announcing here move away from Marin, Veronique Sandler has today announced she will be riding for Santa Cruz! View this post on Instagram A post shared by Vero Sandler…
2021 Team News: Loris Vergier Joins Trek Factory Racing
2021 kicks off with the news that Loris Vergier will be joining the Trek Factory Racing team alongside Reece Wilson, Kade Edwards and Charlie Harrison. Trek Factory Racing’s downhill squad…
Bonus Giveaway Day! crankbrothers BOA shoes!
Stop what you are doing! No! Carry on, because you’re reading this, and that’s the only thing in the world you should be doing right now. We bring you good…
Christmas Countpast Giveaway Day 32 – Leatt MTB 1.0 Helmet
Christmas may be over, but our giant giveaway is not done yet. Seeing you through until 2020 is well and truly done with, we have daily prizes, plus the near…
2021 Team News: Rémy Métailler says ‘thank you’ to Cube
It reads like a ‘thank you’ message but our sources tell us that Rémy Métailler will be leaving Cube after 4 years. View this post on Instagram A post shared…
Christmas Countpast Day 31 – Muc-Off Pressure Washer
Christmas may be over, but our giant giveaway is not done yet. Seeing you through until 2020 is well and truly done with, we have daily prizes, plus the near…
2021 Team News: Eliot Jackson leaves Giant after 4 years
Our man with the stats, Eliot Jackson won’t be riding under the Giant team for 2021. After 4 years with the team, he’s moving on! View this post on Instagram…
Team moves and rumours: The movers, shakers and maybes of 2021
It’s the silly season again, and with the world, in chaos, we’re seeing some surprising team rumours and sponsorship news. Suarez, Höll, Zinc Silva off YT View this post on…
Christmas Countpast Day 30 – Brand-X Ascend XL 200mm Dropper Post
Christmas may be over, but our giant giveaway is not done yet. Seeing you through until 2020 is well and truly done with, we have daily prizes, plus the near…
Christmas Countpast! Day 29 – Oil Slick HT T1 Pedals
Christmas may be over, but our giant giveaway is not done yet. Seeing you through until 2020 is well and truly done with, we have daily prizes, plus the near…