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The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Five: ‘Warring with Attrition’
Tough weather conditions and the fourth and final special stage makes an already tough day even tougher; but tempering the grind was some inspirational riding wrung from the dark heart…
Issue 52: 4X Bikes Video
4X full sussers is the theme of the bike test for Singletrack issue 52. We were wondering if they'd be The Perfect Bike for riding modern UK trail centres. So…
Dales Bike Centre Autumn Offer
Dales Bike Centre of Swaledale in the Yorkshire Dales has informed us of an Autumn "3 nights for the price of 2" offer on their bunk and breakfast accommodation.
The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Four: ‘NiteRiders’
An epic day in the saddle threw the riders head long into the finest riding of the entire GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales so far, before seeing them hurtle headlong into…
2010 Nicolai Helius AFR
Following the launch of the Helius AM and Helius AC comes the Helius AFR - All FreeRide(!). Recommended fork is a 7” single crown.
The Gore Bike Wear TransWales Day Three: ‘The thick of it’
Three linking stages and two special stages in, the GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales is beginning to take shape amidst some stunning scenery and scorching riding…
2010 Genesis Bikes
We've just been sent a bunch of pics of next year's Genesis bikes. And it's not just a case of B.N.G. (Bold New Graphics).
Singletrack Trail Guide – Thetford Forest
Thetford Forest reviewed by Singletrackworld member Tom Hyde…
Gore Bike Wear Transwales: Day 1 and 2
The first and second stages of the TransWales epic...
By Caersws!
Watch the action from the Caersws round of the NPS in this lovely video.
2009 TransRockies Final Stage: Report, Results, Pics
The epic comes to a close.
2009 TransRockies Stage 6: Report, Results, Pics
Across the Continental Divide and into the storm...
From The ST Archive: “Trails To Rails”
With the help of top rider Nigel Page, we take a couple of ‘normal’ cyclists and make cornering heroes out of them. Words and pics by Chipps.
Singletrack Issue 52: Video Preview – Norway Roadtrip
Here's a little taster from the bigger video coming soon from our trip to Norway which as you can see was no fun at all.
Complete Our User Survey And Win Loads Of Ace Stuff
It's time we got to know you better in a collective sense. We want to make sure that our website and magazine are together delivering the best possible content to…
2009 TransRockies Stage 5: Report, Results, Pics
Heavy weather keeps riders at the limit during Stage 5 of the 2009 TransRockies.
Montane Kielder 100
Forums are alight across the country with a burbling of excitement as riders contemplate that in a little over 3 weeks, the UK’s first 100 mile off road race will…
A Bit More Trail Guidance
It was launched some time ago, last year actually, but the Trail Guide has had a little upgrade. It's now part of the main site, rather than the separate entity…
Kranked-ReJeKt: Episode 6
ReJeKt is a behind-the-scenes webisode about the characters of Kranked-REVOLVE. Episode 6 features the first leg of Radical Films' 2009 Euro tour. We met up with Sam Pilgrim in Hungary…
2009 TransRockies Stage 3: Report, Results, Pics
After two days of perfect racing weather, riders who woke during the night after the epic second stage heard the gentle patter of rain on their tents and campers. The…
Gore Bikewear TranWales 09 Update
Its only a few days now before the registration at this years GORE BIKE WEAR TransWales 09 opens at the White House Campsite in Builth Wells, Wales.
Kranked – REVOLVE – Trailer
According to us this new flick is "a cinematic state of the union for mountain biking today." Wowsers. UPDATE: This DVD is now available to buy in the Singletrack Online…
2009 TransRockies Stage 2: Report, Results, Pics
Stage 2 Takes Riders to Heaven and Hell, TransRockies-Style. TransRockies Stage 2 report by Paul Done…
Singletrack Reader Week – Video Diary 1
First day on the mountain above Morzine with a selection of the big bikes we took with us. A preview of the upcoming feature in issue 52 - out September…
SITS Results
If you were there or if you’re just a bit nosey and wanna see tables and tables of stats then head on over to the race results listings page, or…
Help Us Build A Pump Track This Weekend
For next issue's "One Ton Weekend" feature we're going to attempt to build a pump track. But we need your help. Beer and BBQ will be provided.
2009 TransRockies Stage 1: Report, Results, Pics
Rocky Mountain Factory Team Riders grab the early jerseys in the TR3 and TransRockies. Report from Paul Done.
Kill The Bill
News about an end of season event for the 5-6th of September.
Forestry Commission: Have Your Say
Forestry Commission England manages 258,000ha of Public Forest Estate, made up of 1,500 woods and forests across the country. With more than half the population living with 10km of the…
Silverfish Signs Deal With Mondraker Bikes
Silverfish UK is "proud to announce" that an exclusive partnership has been signed with Spanish based Mountain Bike Company Mondraker.
TORQ In Your Sleep
The next installment for all you hardened enduro fans is the TORQ in your Sleep 12 hour. Starting at 12midday Sunday 30th August and finishing promptly at midnight, this user…
More Downhill Racing At Aston Hill
If you have not already heard the whispers, Aston Hill will be hosting its second Downhill race of the year on Sunday, September 13th.
From The ST Archive: “The Secret Spot” by Huw Cooke
Just as surfers have their own, jealously guarded surf spots, so Huw Cooke finds solace in a secret trail he can call his own - or at least borrow…
Giant 2010 – Anthem X and Trance X
More from Giant for 2010, this time carbon is the material of choice for the Anthem X XC bike and the Trance X trail bike. Tom de Bruin reports.
Got Ti?
Obtainium Ti springs now available in the UK from K9.
Singletrack Trail Guide – Highland Wildcat Trail, Golspie
Highland Wildcat Trail at Golspie reviewed by Singletrackworld member Jason Curle…
XC Racing At New Commonwealth Games Venue (near Glasgow)
This Sunday (9th Aug) will see the first event at the venue for the 2014 Commonwealth Games MTB race. Cathkin Braes on the south side of Glasgow is a fantastic…
The Hope Endurance Downhill, Fort William [UPDATED]
Racers descend the height of Ben Nevis 359 times in a six hour gravity challenge. NOW WITH ADDED VIDEO!
2010 RockShox Lyrik
Apparently "whether you decide to be a Super D star or just enjoy an evening shuttle with your friends, Lyrik can answer all the trail duty’s you can throw at…
Giant 2010 – Long Travel Bikes
It's big weight savings in the Giant camp for 2010, an all new Faith, all new Glory, and a Reign X revamp. Tom de Bruin reports.
Bontrager Twentyfour12 – The Enduro Event Made Easy!
Now in its 4th year, this event continues to attract enthusiast and newbie’s alike, all keen to test their endurance and bike handling skills in a festival-like atmosphere, with hundreds…
2010 Marzocchi Four Cross & Dirt Jump
For 2010 Marzocchi’s goal for the Dirt Jump range was to increase the strength and performance without adding weight. Extensive testing has resulted in added strength but with less weight…
The MTB World Cup From Bromont
The NISSAN UCI Mountain Bike World Cup takes place this weekend in Bromont, Canada, and Freecaster.tv will be there LIVE bringing you the DHI from 19:15 CET on Saturday August…
Out Of Office
You may have been wondering why the front page of the site has been quiet this week. Well, we’ve all been in Morzine on the 2009 Singletrack Magazine Reader Holiday…
Selkirk Merida This Weekend
Only a day to go before the Merida Marathon roadshow once again return to Selkirk in the Scottish borders for the Scottish round of the 2009 Merida Bikes MTB Marathon…
9th Hope Valley Mountain Bike Challenge
The 9th Hope Valley Mountain Bike Challenge takes place on Saturday 26th September 2009. It offers a choice of two off-road routes of approx 20 and 38 miles around the…
The New Ibis Mojo HD
A new 160+mm travel big brother to the Mojo Carbon and Mojo SL. We know of a certain heavily bearded man who will be interested in slinging a leg over…
Free Knog Lights For CTC Members
This promotion allows all new members of CTC to get a free set of Knog ‘Frog’ lights when they join CTC. You should join the CTC anyway - they're ace.
GORE BIKE WEAR™ TransWales ’09
The 7 day MTB stage challenge 15th – 22nd August 2009.
Bicycle Film Festival London
The Bicycle Film Festival has become a voice for the culture, history, sport and relevance of the bicycle across the globe. The BFF has played a formative role in modern…
