Big news for mid-tier mountain bikes as Shimano CUES enters the chat and kills off Deore, Tiagra, Alivio, Sora and…
February 2023

Cheaper Things Tuesday: Discounted E-Bikes Edition
Along with certain salad items, electric mountain bikes are one of the more in-demand items in the United Kingdom currently.

Goodyear Newton MTF and MTR review
The Goodyear Newton tyres are as hefty as they are grippy, and as such they represent a solid choice -…

Ibis Mojo 4 review
The Ibis Mojo makes a great case for the validity of the 27.5 trail bike, with a nimble, poppy bike…

Spy Shot – New Specialized Bike Spotted In Banyoles
Specialized debuted a secret new cross country race bike this weekend

Podcast – What’s up with marketing in the bike industry?
Mark, Hannah and Charlie talk about Hannah’s recent holiday incapacitation and how that lead to the discussion that the bike…

11 Things That Should Be Standard Issue, Not Special Feature
We've rounded up some of those product 'features' that we think should go without saying. Feel free to disagree, or…

Fresh Goods Friday 641: The Big Purple Edition
We hope you're not struggling too much with the absence of baby plum tomatoes in your packed lunch, or pepper…

NBD: ENVE MOG gravel bike, Hope Pro 5 hub, Nicolai Saturn 11 SL…
... Unotre Mezzo, Salsa Fargo Ti, Veli Vasttech, new gravel tyres from Hutchinson. They're all here in the this week's…

Mavic Crossmax XL S: mid-term review
The Mavic Crossmax XL S is the flagship alloy trail wheelset from French wheel aficionados Mavic. Touted as the best…

Behind the scenes: Do A Wheelie with Danny MacAskill
One of the highlights of the Kendal Mountain Festival Bike Night was the behind the scenes film looking at the…

Red Bull Hardline Gets Summer Date for 2023 – tickets on sale now!
Red Bull Hardline has shifted to a summer date, away from its usual autumn calendar slot. For 2023, the Dyfi…

New Membership Perk: Cheaper Cleats! And What Else?
We wanted to give Singletrack Members another membership perk. Great deal on Shimano SPD cleats!

Falke Merino Wool Tech Tights and Vest review
Whether you're just not putting the heating on, or you're out being active, these Falke Merino base layers will keep…

Reyt Good Bikepacking: Rider Kit Lists
Some of you who enjoyed our A Reyt Good Time Bikepacking in the Dales article will no doubt want to…

Issue 147 Editorial: Best Foot Forward
Admission time… I’m a secret, or perhaps ‘recovering’ left-hander. That is to say I write and use a mouse with my left hand, but apart…

A Reyt Good Time Bikepacking in the Dales
Amanda discovers that bikepacking isn’t all beards, flannel shirts, and far-flung adventures. Words & Photography Amanda Bikepacking is one of…

Magicshine Monteer 8000S Galaxy V2 review
For all out brightness, the Magicshine Monteer 8000S is a great light. But does that mean it's for you? It…

More new stuff: Funn FastAir Tubeless Valves
Funn FastAir valves offer three times greater airflow than trad valves, making it easier to seat tubeless tyres and get…

Quick look at New Granite Quiver Tool Roll
The evolution of the saddle bag, the Granite Quiver holds your essential tools, a spare tube, spare change and other…

How Long To Rebuild A Bike? – Back From The Dead
Dieter is the kind of bike nerd mechanic that every good bike shop should want. He is endlessly enthusiastic about…

JoGo Straw review: decent coffee on the move?
Is the JoGo Straw the answer to lo-faff tasty coffee on the move? And does it work with herbal tea?…

It’s not easy being Singletrack. Please help.
Tough Times. These are not easy times for almost everyone right now, and we know this at Singletrack as individuals…

Fresh Goods Friday 640: Three Feet High Edition
This is the shintro... coming at you like a BMX shark bite pedal at your 1980s shins.

NBD: Transition Smuggler, Windover Beacon, Bike Mechanic Simulator…
... Scott Contessa Signature range, Branchy Protection, Fox Transfer SL dropper seat post, Fox Racing Union footwear, Reserve alloy wheels.

Snowy Handcycle Commuting to the Office
Christian Bagg shows us what a Handcycle has done for him and the importance of his commute to him.

Dinos! Lions! Unicorns! Rad jerseys for lil rippers
Dinos, Lions and Unicorns: Kids Ride Shotgun launch riding jerseys for little people.

Classic Ride 147 – Island Adventure On Jura
A classic album provides the inspiration for an island adventure on Jura. Words & Photography Markus Stitz It was a…

Cheaper Things Tuesday: Bike Lovin’ Edition
It's February 14th. It's time to show some love to your bicycle. Here's a bundle of great deals for our…

Issue 147: Vinegar and Brown Paper
A nasty crash has Chad Bean looking at his local trails from a new perspective. Autumn is upon us, and…

BikeTag Review: On-BIke AirTag Storage
If you’re looking for a stealthy solution to hiding an Apple AirTag on your mountain bike, BikeTag is one of…

Kids In The Back(country)
Taking kids along for the ride may actually improve your experience. Words & Photography Tony Hutcheson For me, being a…

140mm Suspension Fork Group Test
140mm Suspension Forks AKA Best Modest Travel Trail Forks. Which fork for real world riders on real world trails? Benji…

Issue 147: Column: What New Standards Have Been Worth It?
Maybe don’t go to the pub with Benji if you’re a bike industry engineer… Words: Benji When I say…

Fresh Goods Friday 639: Beating The Heating Edition
This is the tintro... eerily reminiscent of the pewtero but a bit more silvery. What? No idea. We're just riffing…

The Aberdeen Scene
What’s the recipe for building a thriving mountain bike destination? Antony heads north to find out. Words Antony de Heveningham…

Rab launches Cinder biking apparel range
British outdoor brand Rab will launch their first collection of biking-friendly clobber this spring.

NBD: RAAW Yalla, Kinesis Fernweh tease, Ibis DV9…
... Cube Stereo ONE family, Liv Lurra hardtail, new even-more-Boschy Trek Rail.

WHY 2K? Full-suspension bikes under £2000 test
Benji and Rhys look at the world of £2k full suspension bikes. Can a good ride be had at this…

Exclusive Update From Stanton Bicycles: The Recovery Begins
The news leaking out of a corner of the Peak District is true – Dan Stanton has successfully bought back…

Do we need trail maintenance trousers?
Rapha has launched a limited edition collection of clothing. It’s a collaboration with ‘Brain Dead’, a trendy LA-based international fashion…

Revel Rascal XT Build review
The Revel Rascal XT Build is a good-looking, playful machine that will back you up when the going gets tough,…

I ❤️ Love My… Indoor Training Set Up
Amanda brings you the details of her finely tuned indoor training set up. What’s she using and why? I do…

Cheaper Things Tuesday: Same But Different
Slightly different version of Cheaper Things Tuesday for you this week. Only Singletrack Members will see all the great deals…

Boardman MTR 8.9 review
The Boardman MTR 8.9 has an awful lot going for it.The cover of this book may look 2013, but it…

Jamis Faultline A2 review
With a steeper seat angle, this Jamis Faultline A2 would be amazing. That one change would make all the difference.

International Adventure: New Kids Sur Le Bloc
For my part, I have moved with my wife Beate to a little place called Fuilla, in the southeastern Pyrénées-Orientales –…

Vitus Mythique VRX 27 Review
With the Vitus Mythique VRX 27 the brand has created an entry level trail shredder without the limiting entry level…

Credit where it’s due – Now you can show your appreciation of great forum posts
WTF does that even mean? Undoubtedly you are familiar with the ability on various social platforms to ‘like’ a comment…

Singletrack Magazine Issue 147 Is Out Today! How will you read yours?
If you receive a printed copy of the magazine each issue, it’s now in the post – we can’t be…