Project Evolve was one of those ‘ooh, I wish I could go to that… oh, my diary is a mess’ events that I couldn’t get along to. Watching the Instagram footage from the event I was torn between ‘Well, I’d have been out of my…
2022 Nukeproof Scout 290 Review: Trail Toy!
2022 Nukeproof Scout offers four build specs, all as 275 or 290. Nukeproof have brought the signature yellow paint back, too...
Singletrack Unscripted – Talking About… Tyres
Know the complexities of thought that go into tyre choice, what makes a good tyre; why one might be good sometimes and not others.
Leading cold-water swimming expert to speak in Whitley Bay
We know it’s not bikes, but we know there are plenty of you that like a spot of wild swimming – plus there’s a whole host of adventure films to be viewed during the evening. Plan your night out in North Tyneside on 9th June…
Fort William to Host 2023 Downhill World Championships
Precise dates for each event are yet to be revealed, but the Nevis Range at Fort William will be hosting the Downhill element of the World Championships in 2023, some time between 3rd and 13th August. The official release from the UCI states: The Union…
DH World Cup Round 2, Fort William – Race Report (Contains Spoilers)
In last week’s race preview I talked about form and history being the two factors that can help guide us towards picking a race winner and the next time my wife suggests that I don’t get anything right, I can reference this moment. All images:…
Ridgecrest Waterproof Gilet review
Not a waterproof jacket. Not a windproof gilet. The Ridgecrest Waterproof Gilet is something of a unique proposition.
Flat Pedal Shoes Buyer’s Guide: MTB Kit Essentials
What makes a great pair of flat pedal shoes? And, more importantly, who is delivering? Here are the best flattie pumps around.
David Turner on now and the future: ‘Old is Mould’
It’s always worth having a chat with David Turner – he’ll always have something to say, and he’s not afraid to say it. Since his bikes hold a fond spot in the heart of many a mountain biker, and there are plenty of fans who…
#NewTyreDay: Specialized Cannibal rubbers revealed
The Buttery Brothers (explanation below), Loic Bruni and Finn Iles, have been riding this new Specialized Cannibal gravity tyre.
Making Up The Numbers Podcast | On The Ground at Fort William Special!
The DH World Cup is back in Fort William and George is on site, roaming the pits and talking to the riders ahead of the race about the track and their season so far. Starring(in order of appearance): Meghan Flanagan Will Longden Jordan Williams Matt…
Fort William Downhill Track Walk – Brake by Brake, Turn by Turn
George Thompson and Jack Reading take a close look at the Fort William Downhill World Cup track. It’ll give you some incredible insight into just how well the pros know the track, and the decision making process they go through picking and learning their lines.…
FGF 601: Fort Bill is Back Edition
We're all just clockwatching today - yes, even more than normal - because it's Fort William Weekend once more!
Details of the new Cotic RocketMAX Gen4
The headline news about the Cotic RocketMAX Gen4 is a move to new way of frame sizing. Or at least a new way of naming frame sizes. Cotic RocketMAX Gen4 nutshelled 4th generation of Cotic’s flagship big travel bruiser Steel frame (apart from alloy chainstays)…
A Timely Reminder To Take Concussion Seriously
We’ve already seen Tahnee Seagrave withdraw from the Fort William World Cup this weekend due to concussion, and we’re hearing rumours that perhaps there’ll be at least one more rider on the current start list who will not be riding. Myriam Nicole has also posted…
Red Bull Hardline 2022 Tickets On Sale Now!
Red Bull Hardline, the world’s toughest downhill mountain bike race, is returning to Wales’ Dyfi Valley on 10th and 11th September 2022 for the eighth edition of the gravity defying event – not for the faint hearted. Already sure you want to go? Tickets are…
Peaty’s Steel City DH – the 10th anniversary edition
After a hiatus thanks to all the predictable reasons, Steel City DH was back for its tenth edition, with Peaty’s Products as the headline sponsor – possibly superfluous when the even is already indelibly associated with Steve Peat. A moment of madness/being in possession of…
DH World Cup Round 2 – Fort William Race Preview
When you’re trying to pick the winner of a DH race, there are two factors that help guide you towards your decision: form and history. Amaury Pierron, the winner of Round One in Lourdes a few weeks ago, was also the winner of the 2018…
Norwich and Coventry get mountain adventures this weekend!
The Kendal Mountain Tour brings its nights of film and adventure talk to Coventry and Norwich this weekend. Get your hit of the mountains here! Inspirational ultra-runner and diversity activist to speak in Coventry An inspirational long-distance runner is visiting Coventry to talk about her…
Mountain Bike Wall Art – Our latest cover print now available!
We’ve got another 148 pages of adventures, reviews, interviews and incredible imagery off to the printers. Issue 143 is available to subscribe to now, but if you can’t wait for the dusty warmth of this cover shot, order a print from the link below. Photographer…
Kona: Exploring Creativity by Bike
Kona seems to have got a bit of a theme going on with its videos at the moment, exploring the relationship between art and mountain biking. The latest release is ‘Blurred Lines’ with Tito Tomasi, but here’s a round up of some of the other…
History in the making at Nové Mêsto XCO World Cup 2022
Back to back wins, strong sprints, and a race against mechanicals. The track used for the XCO race at Nove Mesto was 3.9km long with 185m gain and technical features such as chunky roots, some seriously steep climbs, big rocky sections needing meticulous line choices,…
Atherton AM.150.1 first ride review
Does the 150mm travel Atherton AM.150 mountain bike offer something that's unachievable via more traditional construction methods?
How many miles to ride to make your bike carbon neutral?
The Trek sustainability report isn’t new news, but thanks to the upcoming ‘Bike Week’, some PR has reminded us of the ‘Rule of 430’, which got us wondering. We thought it might get you wondering too… How to make your bike carbon neutral: The Rule…
Nukeproof’s Californian Road Trip with Elliott Heap and Kelan Grant
If you’ve ever wondered what it might be like to make the trip out to Sea Otter, this video does a pretty good job of showing how much fun you might have. As well as the Sea Otter event itself, there’s plenty of tourist stuff…
Singletrack World Magazine Issue 143 – Subscribe Now!
It’s peak riding time! Whoop! Bluebells, wild garlic, birds in the trees, goslings on the canal towpath. There’s even been a hint of dust in the air. Is there a better month than May? Well, possibly, June – because that’s when the next issue of…
At last, a proper secret place to stash an Apple Air Tag!
There has been a fair amount of debate as to where to hide an Apple Air Tag on a bike so that it’s not immediately discovered and removed by thieves. Muc Off might just have produced just the right solution: a valve with Air Tag…
Strong attacks and tactical racing at Nove Mesto XCC World Cup 2022
The new track for the XCC Race at Nove Mesto was a fast one characterised by a long tarmac, grassy bits, a couple of jumps and all of that within the 1.1km short circuit. The headwind that put any early attacks to a pause made…
Long-awaited Glentress development begins next week
A bit of a heads-up about some restrictions that will be in place as of May 16th. And a quick reminder about what's in the pipeline.
FGF 600: At Least We Made It This Far Edition
As real life feels more and more like the opening fifteen minutes of Threads (sorry!), let's console ourselves with some product gawping.
Last Chance to See Kendal In Scotland!
This weekend sees the last couple of Scottish dates in the Kendal Mountain Festival Tour calendar for this year. Inverness (13th May) and Banchory (14th May) are hosting two nights of adventure films and inspiring speakers – don’t miss out before the Tour heads south!…
Follow Joe Smith’s build-up to Red Bull Hardline
The video below is the first episode in a series of edits. Follow Joe as he goes through the off-season and into the race season.
How To Follow Red Bull Formation 2022
Red Bull Formation, the women’s Freeride progression camp, is underway in the Utah desert. Riders and diggers have been scoping and preparing their lines in some less than ideal windy conditions. There’s been a rest day, and now the riding will begin. There’s no live…
The Trespasser’s Companion – A field guide to reclaiming what is already ours
TLDR: I love this book, and I want you to read it. ‘The Trespasser’s Companion – A field guide to reclaiming what is already ours’, is a call to reconnect with nature. Through a series of compelling essays and case studies, the book illustrates how…
Could You Be Rescued By Jetpack?
Imagine how your grandparents must have felt the first time they saw a microwave. Remember how you felt when you saw those SpaceX rockets landing, perfectly balanced on their ends? Watching this video might just make you feel old, like science fiction has become reality,…
Making Up The Numbers Podcast with Loic Bruni
Joining George, Jack & Emilie on this episode of the podcast is the one and only #Superbruni! We chat about everything from his mental strength to his epic WorldCup overall battles with Amaury in 2019 & Loris & Thibaut in 2021; his chances of becoming…
New Bike Day: an earworm to rival Baby Shark
Catchier than everything at your kid’s nursery, here’s your anthem for the summer, your earworm for the climbs, and that song that will creep into your head just as you’re trying to go to sleep. Yes, it’s actually an advert from Pit Viper – makers…
Race Face Aeffect R flat pedal goes bigly
At a whopping 110 x 115mm the new Race Face Aeffect R flatties are 25% larger than the regular Aeffect. Ten pins per side. Six colour choices.
British Cycling XC National Series Rd 3 – Lochore Meadows
Whether you’re racing or watching from the sidelines, you’ll enjoy the latest update from the National XC Series. Lochore Meadows 7/8 May 2022 Photos by Man Down Media unless credited. We headed further into Scotland for round three of the national XC series, up to…
New Danny MacAskill edit: Do A Wheelie
Danny's always worth a worth isn't he? The MacAskillster's latest vid is called Do A Wheelie. We would if we could.
Long climbs and big smiles at Albstadt XCO World Cup 2022
A course best known for long climbs and quick descents meant that the XCO World Cup race at Albstadt was one for the climbers and good tactics. With the women riding five laps, and men riding six, the course was 4.22km long with 190 metres…
Bike Mechanic Simulator 2023 – say goodbye to the real world
It’s not so long ago that we had a Forum thread where someone asked advice on starting a bike shop, and the almost universal response was ‘don’t’. Now, you can save yourself the stress, tears and financial losses in the real world, by experiencing them…
Hoffman and Hart win at Fort William National DH Series
With less than two weeks to go until the MTB World Cup hits Fort William (May 21-22), here's how this weekend's racing went down.
How is Gee Atherton Recovering From That Crash?
We all winced when we heard about Gee Atherton’s crash, and the photos alone were enough to make sure that some of us didn’t watch the video. The rehab update is almost as stomach churning. Where Wayne’s working at the moment, there’s a hole in…
Big comebacks and strong wins at Albstadt XCC race 2022
The cross country racers are out in Albstadt this weekend for the latest round of the World Cup. With the XCC done, how are things looking for the XCO race tomorrow? With a 1.2km track with long, steady climb of about 52 metres, a cracking…
Internet Rummagings – The 3 Bike Esses (Shiny, Spinny, and …err… Stemmy)
Welcome to the results of this month’s rummaging around the World Wide Web’s bike shop, we’ve got shiny things, spinny things and, err stemmy things! Yoshimura Cycling First up we have Yoshimura, who fulfil all the above three esses. They are a US company who…
Total MTB, Total Surprise, Total Warm Fuzzies
You might be in need of a dose of ‘ahh, that’s just nice’, and thanks to Singletrack Reader Awards finalist, Total MTB, we have a large spoonful for you here. Total MTB has grown from a hashtag movement on social media to a Community Interest…
Öhlins RXF38 m.2 review: for proper hard charging
Öhlins joined the 38mm stanchion gang with the OEM-only Öhlins RXF38 m.1. Last year they launched this RXF38 m.2.
Fresh Goods Friday 599: Democracy Inaction Edition
We hope everyone (in the UK at least) is recovering from the white heat of excitement that comes with taking part in western democracy.
Still riding North Shore in her 70s
Back in 1993 Betty Birrell had a go at mountain biking. She was 45 years old. Now she's 73 and can still more than hold her own.
Microshift Super Short cage mechs: for small wheels… or big rocks
MIcroshift Super Short has launched: two new short cage groupsets, built with kids in mind, but with potential application for adults too.