Backcountry Tour of the Pyrenees? You can’t handle the backcountry tour of the Pyrenees! Words & Photography CHIPPS It took less than a hundred metres of gravity-assisted descending for my brand new rear tyre to die, to give up its air as it gushed sealant…
MTB Mechanic In Central London – Look mum no hands! to continue Soho Bikes’ specialist workshop services
It's not all fixies and folders - there's a specialist MTB mechanic in central London
A Grand Day Out With Canyon
Here at Singletrack Towers, we love it when people drop in to see us. It gives us an excuse to down tools (and keyboards) for a while, have a coffee and catch up on what’s going on and what our visitors might have to show…
Chipps Turns 50 & Wil Comes Crashing Down To Earth Post-Holiday In Episode 116 Of The Monday Morning Debrief
Join us for another celebration of all things not Monday.
Review: Bontrager Vella Stormshell, A Jacket Amanda Is Actually Willing To Wear
Amanda discovers why people invest in a good waterproof jacket.
Singletrack Magazine Issue 118: Internal Struggle
Tom Johnstone rides across Iceland’s interior and learns that making your dreams come true isn’t always easy. Words & Photography Tom Johnstone This was an adventure I’d dreamed about for years – 15 to be exact. Every winter since I was 18 I’ve said ‘next…
A Grand Day Out With Canyon
When Jack from Canyon turns up to go for an easy spin, it's best to pretend that you're out
Singletrack Magazine Issue 118 : Last Word
barney marsh Train, Train Go Away Barney faces up to the inevitable: he’s not magically going to get fitter by doing nothing. It sits against one wall of the cellar, locked in by a barricade of old unused frames. Slowly collecting dust and detritus in…
Singletrack Editors’ Choice Awards 2017 – more winners!
Three more awards bestowed upon the best of the best
Wil’s Top 5 Products Of 2017 – The Singletrack Editors’ Choice Awards
Our Technical Editor's favourite products of 2017
Fresh Goods Friday 384 – Two bikes and a guitar!
From all mountain to all racing, and plenty in between - all the fresh product in the office this week
Which Saracen Would You Choose? The Full Sus 29er Or The Full Sus E-Bike?
Saracen launches new Ariel E, e-Bike and first full suss 29er
EWS Bans Podium Girls – For The Right Reasons
It's not a publicity stunt, it's just setting a good example
Living In The ’80s – Muc Off And Transition Bikes Launch FMD Sponsorship With A Bang
Big name sponsors for Tahnee Seagrave's FMD team
Editor’s Choice 2017 – Hannah’s picks for the Singletrack Editors’ Choice Award
Hannah's favourite products and events from last year
To Be Honest, We Didn’t Expect This Top Enduro Manufacturer To Make Such Nice Clothing
When enduro and downhill brand Nukeproof said it was launching clothing, we reached for the sunglasses. We were pleasantly surprised
£300 To Sort Your Suspension Out? Are You Crazy? We Reckon You’re Crazy If You Don’t
With a sixty quid price drop, perfectly tuned suspension is even closer
Reversing The Polarity – are magnets a risk to safety in the mountains?
Mountain experts warn against magnets in clothing
Want to shake up sport from the top down? This course could be for you.
Scholarships available to help women enter sports leadership roles
The very best of 2017 – Chipps’ picks for the Singletrack Editors’ Choice Award
Chipps' favourite products and events from last year.
Review: DMR V-Twin Pedals – Clip-in pedals from the kings of flats
The V-Twin is DMR's first clip-in pedal. So does it live up to the same standard as the Vault & V8 flat pedals?
Is This The Best All Rounder 29er Tyre? Reviewed: Maxxis High Roller II
Somewhere in the middle when it comes to grip, width and weight - but are they top performers?
Into The Wild: Backcountry Essentials – Part 1
If you're planning on going into the back of beyond, Sanny has some top tips that should keep you rolling, no matter what
Monday Morning Debrief 115 – The Big Weather Edition
All the weather, and a bonus video from someone far more rapid than us
Video: Get A Wil’s Eye View Aboard The 2018 Norco Sight Carbon
Wil's been razzing about on a Norco Sight during a 'holiday' Down Under
Review: Funn Ripper Pedals – does a huge platform deliver big smiles?
Like the idea of clipping in but still want the feel of a big platform flat pedal? Funn answers your dilemma with the enormous Ripper
If You’re Not Sam Hill, Read This Review: Nukeproof Horizon CL Pedals
Nukeproof might be better known for its #flatpedalthunder, but the Horizon CL is a brilliant clip-in pedal for those who want a big platform
Review: Xpedo GFX Pedals – clip in platform pedals from a brand with 30 years experience
Well-made platform pedals that slip under the £100 mark
All Mountain Carbon Wheelset Review: DT Swiss XMC1200 Spline 30
Does this droolworthy wheelset, which ticks all the boxes of a modern trail set-up, live up to expectations?
First Look: Brand New Flux Helmet From Fox Head
Chipps gets his hands on the new Flux helmet from Fox Head
Singletrack Magazine Issue 117 Is Out Now
Issue 117 of Singletrack magazine is in shops now and it's not all about the Bamboo Bastard.
2018 YT Capra Launched – The Goat Returns With Bigger Wheels
Our slightly bonkers take on a slightly bonkers launch
Need More Range On Your 1×11 Drivetrain? We review the enormous 11-50t MX80 cassette from SunRace
This huge 454% cassette could have your legs and wallet smiling
Frog Bikes Now With Added Bounce For Little Shredders
Frog bikes make the jump into suspension forks for kids
Review: Fox Gets Slippery Smooth With The 2018 Factory Series 36
Big Barney & Wee Wil put the 2018 Fox 36 Float to the test - how do these different sized riders get on?
Belfast Bike Ban: An Access Rights Saga
The proposed MTB ban in Belfast has hit the mainstream press - why?
Build It And You Will Ride – Chipps goes on a framebuilding course
Our Editor goes on Downland Cycles’ TIG welding framebuilding course, to see if his office skills can be turned into more practical ones that can shape and build a bicycle frame from bare tubes.
Not All Sapphires Are Blue – This DVO Fork Is An Absolute Gem
The Sapphire is the latest trail fork from DVO, and Andi is very impressed with this one
Women’s Sport Trail Blazers Need Your Nominations
Do you know someone who deserves recognition for their efforts? Nominations close tonight!
Video: The Ultimate American Road Trip?
Three Norwegians take on the road trip of a lifetime in the USA
Who says you need to travel far to have a big sky adventure?
Sanny heads out from his front door to prove you don't have to travel far to have adventures.
Longterm Test: Is the Rock Shox Bluto the fat bike fork of choice?
Two years of testing and a questionable service history - how do these fat bike forks fare?
Review: 2018 Trek Slash 9.7 – it flatters you into thinking you’re a riding god!
If you get your kicks from heading downhill over rough terrain as quickly as possible, then the Trek Slash simply has to be at the top of your shopping list.
Swimming, cycling, running, and cake – it’s a new Quadrathlon in Monday Morning Debrief 114
Snow, swimming, shredding and scoffing - a good weekend was had by all
Are We Taking Crashing Seriously Enough?
Chris Hall look at the very real daily dangers of mountain biking and asks if we're taking concussion seriously enough? Or even noticing it when it happens
Review: Scott MTB Heater GTX Winter Boots. The Most Important Component For Winter Riding?
Hannah tests these waterproof boots from Scott Sports
Singletrack Magazine Issue 117: Editorial
Strength through respect Words Chipps 2017 saw car brand Porsche retire from endurance, Le Mans-style bike racing (it’s off to do fully electric racing). Rather than gloating about one of its rivals leaving the scene, Toyota used the opportunity to run a video thanking Porsche…
Singletrack Magazine Issue 117: Path Of A Prince
Pete Scullion continues his tour of the north’s coffin roads. Ancient byways that were the final journey for the dead and which conveniently make great trails for the living. Words & Photography Pete Scullion