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Isuzu D-Max: The Perfect Pick-Up Truck For Off-Roading

ADVERTISEMENT FEATURE Off-roading is not just a hobby - it\'s a way to connect with nature, explore unseen trails, and experience the thrill that only rugged terrains can offer.

What Type of Bearing Do You Need for Your Hubs?

This beginners guide to cartridge bearings is brought to you by 123bearing.co.uk For a bike to roll smoothly it requires bearings. Modern sealed bearings not only minimise friction but also...

Cotic FlareMAX Gen 5: First Looks ‘N’ Feels

This Cotic FlareMAX Gen 5 is the brand\'s 29er short-travel ripper. Besides looking very pretty in the bluebells, what is it all about?

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Do I Need Bike Insurance? Your Bicycle Insurance Questions Answered

This article is produced in association with Velosurance Bicycle insurance isn’t for everyone, but cycling is becoming increasingly popular, and because of this, the risk of accidents and theft is...

Here are all the things wrong with dropper posts

Dropper posts are the best thing to happen to mountain biking since disc brakes. But a lot of them leave a lot to be desired still.

A deep dive into Industry Nine wheels

We take a look at Industry Nine and their legendary, US-made, high-engagement wheels. Carbon or alloy rims, 24 to 32 spokes, 25 to 31.5mm internal rim widths, all of the…

Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero off-road balance bike

Say hello to the Kids Ride Shotgun Dirt Hero. The Kiwi company has launched Magura-equipped, off-road balance bike that can be fitted with 12in or 14in wheels. Looks rad!

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Simply better than laces: 12 BOA® off-road cycling shoes

The BOA system has been a replacement technology for laces since the mid 90\'s but how was it invented and by whom?

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Vitus Bikes: A Brand for Real Riders

In the bike world, it could be said that we’re all a little guilty of following the crowd. But occasionally, someone will come along, shake things up a little, and...

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First Look: Saracen Ariel 60 Pro

The Saracen Ariel 60 Pro model here is both fab looking on paper and in the flesh. From the MInion DHR IIs to the ODI grips, it is lit.

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First Look: Orbea Occam M10 LT

Occam LT is the wilder Occam. More aggressive geometry, Fox 36 forks. 10mm more travel at each end. Looks like a very handy burly trail bike.

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WTB: Cultivating Success

This story was originally published in Singletrack World, Issue 144. Hannah heads to the birthplace of mountain biking to meet a company that is part of mountain biking’s origin story....

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Choosing the best disc brake for you

When choosing the best brake for you and your riding, split the decision into calliper design, rotor style and brake pad material.

Issue 145: Precious Cargo: MET Helmets Factory Visit

Amanda reckons what you put on your head is worthy of closer examination and makes a visit to MET Helmets. Words Amanda Photography Ulysse Daessle Mountain bikers often have different…

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Camelbak M.U.L.E range overview… a pack for every occasion

Camelbak’s popular MULE hydration pack has been part of their range for a number of years. For the modern era of mountain biking, Camelbak felt it was time to give…

Starting at the Deep End Part 2 – The Glasgow Adventure

After a baptism of fire, Sanny reckons it’s time to kick back and brake for cake. Words and pictures by Sanny. Video by Mark Huskisson. After my surprisingly successful science...

Starting at the Deep End – Part 1

What happens when you take a lapsed mountain biker who hasn’t ridden for a very long time and take him out on an old school classic ride? Words and pictures...

Where the wild things aren’t – A Cairngorm bikepacking adventure

Charged with having an adventure, Sanny and Kev take young Toby on his first ever big summit ride in the heart of the Cairngorms. Will he love it or will...

And the winner of the £500 Altura voucher is…

The lovely folks at Altura gave you the chance to win a £500 voucher to spend on whatever takes your fancy from the Altura range. A simple question, a click...

How to get through winter with Troy Lee Designs (Video)

Get through winter riding with this great range of all-weather riding kit from Troy Lee Designs featuring, trousers, gloves and jackets.

Fox Racing Outerwear – Layers For All Occasions

Even though we’ve been enjoying some unseasonably warm and dry weather for this time of year, we’re not quite ready to bust out the shorts and t-shirt just yet. Fortunately,...

Buy your own adventure: Win a £500 Altura Voucher with Singletrack!

Winning free stuff is always great, but you might not win the thing you really needed. Perhaps you win shorts, when you already have plenty. Or a nice white pair...

Nanduro – Slowing Down To Catch Up

Amanda finds out she has inherited more than just good sewing skills from her Nan. Bikes are in the blood. This feature was produced in association Sonder I knew my...

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New Altura Adventure Range – Choose Your Layers and Play

This feature was produced in association with Altura Maybe you recall Altura’s previous mountain bike clothing range – it’s a while since they made them and shifted focus to road...

Singletrack Reader Awards 2021 – The Winners Revealed!

It’s time for the big reveal! We can now tell you who YOU voted for to win in this year’s Singletrack Reader Awards, in association with Kona. Thanks to all...

Learning Your Turns, with Nukeproof Chain Reaction’s Elliott Heap

The sense that I’m old enough to be Elliott Heap’s mum is not helped by the fact that I find myself ordering him a hot chocolate to go with my...

Win a Fox Rampage Pro Carbon MIPS Full Face Helmet!

Take a detailed first look at the Fox Rampage Pro Carbon MIPS full-face helmet and enter for your chance to win one for yourself! Fox Rampage Pro Carbon MIPS first...

Heads, Shoulders, Knees and Toes – Leatt’s Quest To Protect Them All

This feature has been produced in association with Hotlines. Doctor! Doctor! I have double vision, I am seeing two of everything.Dr: “Take a seat on the chair there”Which one? OK,...

Afan Valley and Neath Port Talbot | For Adventures Big and Small

When riding a trail centre route I do not usually expect to find myself eating emergency bilberries. Sure, I might stop and pick a particularly enticing blackberry, or savour a...

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Which do you need, which do you want? A Brief Guide To Sonder Bikes

A trip to Alpkit (website or actual real life shop) is rather like heading to Ikea for a kitchen. If you just wander in and manage to get past the...