This article is from Issue 136 of Singletrack World. Hannah crosses the paper/internet boundary to unearth some of the truth…
February 2022
Why You Should Read The Outsiders Project: Beyond Representation
The Outsiders Project report ‘Beyond Representation: The Future of Diversity and Inclusion’ is aimed at brands in the outdoor industry.…
Readers’ Rides: TJ’s Shand Bahookie
Some of you will have previously spotted this bike on the Forum, or possibly on Shand’s Instagram. But it’s such…
Fresh Goods Friday 589: The attraction of distraction edition
Are you familiar with that meme of the 'This Is Fine' cartoon dog calmly drinking from a mug whilst its…
Juliana Wilder & Santa Cruz Blur review: XC race bikes fit for trails too
Santa Cruz Blur and Juliana Wilder: two XC race bikes, two different builds, two huge fans. Find out why we…
Dean Lucas interview: Podcast with Making Up The Numbers
Joining George is Scott Factory Racing’s Dean Lucas & they cover everything from World Cup podiums to making time.
POC W’s Ardour All-Weather Pants review: sometimes great, sometimes…
POC W's Ardour All-Weather Pants are great for light trail splashes or deep snow. Just don't wear them on a…
Giro Merit: two helmets in one, literally
New Giro Merit helmet is built around ball-and-socket Spherical Technology and features dual-density foam liner. SRP £189.
MTB World Cup broadcast rights go to Discovery from 2023
2022 will be Red Bull TV's last year as World Cup broadcaster, as the UCI announce 8 year deal with…
Endura Women’s MT500 Freezing Point Jacket review: UK Essential?
If you already have a lightweight waterproof, this Endura Women's MT500 Freezing Point jacket is the only other you need…
Maxxis Minion DHR II review: the one tyre for EVERYTHING
Despite its name, the Maxxis Minion DHR II is not just for downhill and it's not just for rear wheel…
Back From The Dead – Rabbit Rubber Attack!
It’s been a weird and sad start to the year at Happy Days this year. On the first day back…
Celebrate Chipps’ birthday with this special offer!
It’s Chipps’ birthday so we’re giving Singletrack Members an extra discount on our Pompom hats to celebrate. Chipps has something…
New Giant Trance 29 alloy range from £2,699
Like night follows day, after the carbon Advanced Pro models launched the other week, here are the aluminium Giant Trance…
Fresh Goods Friday 588: Sheltering from the storm edition
There’s a fun thread on the Forum (though it’s not thread of the week, soz) about bikes you wish brands…
Canyon Spectral 125 CF 8: first ride review
Canyon has hacked some travel from the Spectral 125 but kept all of the other numbers the same. Is the…
2022 Merida EX Enduro: dates and deets
The MERIDA EX is set to return for 2022, once again taking place around Minehead on the 16-18th of September.…
Container of 127 Giant e-bikes stolen from the A12
As reported by the canny folks over at BikeBiz, Giant are the victims of a rather brazen burglary. An entire…
DEFRA Repeals 2026 Deadline For Rights of Way Registrations
In a surprise move, DEFRA has announced that the 2026 cut-off date for recording historic rights of way, as set…
Canyon Spectral 125 range starts from £2,449
Here are the full spec sheets, geometry charts and pricing of the latest short travel trail bike from Canyon.
Ion BD 2.0 Protection Socks review: thanks for the memory (foam)
These ION BD 2.0 Protection socks have padded elements sewn in to help give your legs a little extra protection…
Help Roger Vieira make Derby your next MTB destination
If Derby Football Club news is anything to go by, residents of Derby are in dire need of some alternative…
New Liv Embolden – hit the trails from £1,849
Liv – the women’s specific arm of Giant Bicycles – continues to focus on producing bikes with geometry and suspension…
Bike Check: Guy Martin’s Custom Orange Five Evo
OK, yes, it’s all marketing. But we reckon you’ve got a soft sport for Guy Martin, so fill your boots……
15 signs you have an unhealthy relationship with your bike
Yes, it's February the 14th. Time for some sort of crowbarred themed listicle! No matter what happens just remember, we…
DexShell Thermfit NEO Waterproof Gloves review
The DexShell Thermfit NEO gloves are knitted waterproof with a brushed merino interior for a cosy feel, and magic fingers…
Why we (probably) won’t be making a themed women’s issue of Singletrack Magazine
As part of our Members’ Newsletter we give our readers the chance to ask us questions about what we do.…
POC Devour Glasses review: big price, big coverage
Designed to give benefits of goggles, with ease of glasses, the POC Devour glasses offer a huge field of vision…
Fresh Goods Friday 587: Bad Gateway Drug Edition
Another Friday is upon us. After another week of digital trials and tribulations. Here's a rundown of what the beautiful…
Bex Baraona confirmed as Yeti rider
Long-standing rumours that the successful British enduro racer - and EWS Overall contender - has signed for the Big Turquoise…
Starling Cycles’ First (and only) Carbon Frame
Starling Cycles have made a Carbon eMTB frame. But just the one and they promise not to make any more... Before…
Is Scotland the best place for gravel riding?
Author Ed Shoote believes "Scotland is a bikepacker's dream, the options are endless". As for our opinion, we're just here…
Shimano’s 2021 operating income up 80% over 2020
Although it's pretty tricky to discern what any sort of net profit was made, by any stretch 2021 was clearly…
Dissent 133 Ultimate Glove Pack review
The layering concept of the Dissent 133 Ultimate Glove is a promising one, it just needs refining if it’s to…
Details of 2022 Nukeproof full suspension bikes
Nukeproof aim to be as clear as to when bikes and frame will arrive. Included below is a full delivery…
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…
18 Bikes No.9 is the most UK of hardtails
The new iteration of the 18 Bikes No.9 steel hardtail. Although the details have changed over the years, the remit…
Thousands of Shimano parts stolen from gassed lorry driver
From Shimano to The Sopranos: Organised Crime Sets Sights on Bike Parts Bikes being stolen from shops and garages is…
2022 Focus Jam Carbon 8.9 filthy first ride review
It may look like a diet e-bike from certain angles but rest assured the new Focus Jam Carbon 8.9 is…
Hans Rey and Brett Tippie: Slay The Bay
Sit back, absorb some Californian sunshine, and enjoy some historic trails and world famous sights with some legends from the…
Internet Rummagings – The Italian Job
Ciao ragazzi e ragazze! For this months delve into the internet bike shop back room, we shall be staying primarily…
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…
Cancelled: The Cymru MTB Classic, (Not) New for 2022
Story Update – 4th Feb 2022 When we posted the original story below, the comments section jumped straight to a…
Fresh Goods Friday 586: digital thirst edition
You may have noticed the Singletrackworld homepage looked a bit different yesterday. This was due to the new issue of…
Welcome To Bandit Hill – like the Gruffalo, with bikes
This short animated tale from Jill Kintner takes woodland creatures, animation, riding footage and a narrator to create something akin…
Progression: A Movie To Inspire You
Put a smile on your face and some determination in your step. Will this movie make you want to improve…
What’s Inside Singletrack World Magazine Issue 141? Out today!
Singletrack World Magazine Issue 141 Contains: Editorial: The Eternal Suffering Of The SpokeChipps thinks we’re all on the same kit,…
Editorial: The Eternal Suffering Of The Spoke
I was once on a Mavic press launch, somewhere in the French mountains. Our merry band of bike journalists was…
UK Adventure: Far From The Maddening Crowds
Fed up with the same old, same old of trail centres? Sanny reckons he has found the perfect antidote just…
International Adventure: Rocks And Hard Places
Tim Wild packs a bike and his sense of adventure and takes part in the Sedona Mountain Bike Festival in…