Best cross-country mountain bikes reviewed and rated by experts
WEBApr 16, 2024 · Best budget XC race hardtail. Frame: ALUXX SLR aluminium | Frame sizes: S, M, L, XL | Suspension travel: 100mm f | Weight: 12.29kg | Rating: 10/10. Reasons to buy: Reasons to avoid: A light frame, precise fork, and stellar handling ensured the Giant XTC emerged out in front when we tested four budget XC race hardtails.
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WEBMar 30, 2024 · Most fun trail bike for under £2k. Wheel size: 29in (XS frame gets 27.5in wheels) | Frame sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL | Weight: 15.2kg | Suspension travel: 140mm f/130mm r | Rating: 9/10. Reasons to buy: Agile and easy to ride, the Habit 4 handles like a much more expensive machine. Shock tune feels perfect.
Best mountain bike tyres: reviewed and rated - MBR
WEBFeb 1, 2024 · And don’t forget to check out our guide to the best mountain bike tubeless inflators and floor pumps to help get them set up. The Maxxis Assegai is the best all round mountain bike tyre, it works predictably in almost all conditions and rolls well too. 1. …
Best mountain bike mudguards reviewed and rated by experts - MBR
WEBJan 10, 2024 · There’s a bit more flex to the Mucky Nutz than the RRP, but it’s just as effective at keeping mud and spray out of your vision. Choosing between the two is tough, but if you’re watching the pennies, the circa £5 saving will probably swing it. Read our full review of the Mucky Nutz MugGuard. Fox 36/38 XL Mud Guard. 5.
Best mountain bike grips reviewed and rated by experts - MBR
WEBApr 22, 2024 · Best overall mountain bike grip. Diameter: 29.8mm or 31.3mm | Length: 133mm | Weight: 117g | Rating: 10/10. Reasons to buy: The Deathgrip is one of the best grips, but it’s surprisingly good value too. The traction is superb, whatever the weather and works well gloveless too.
Best electric mountain bikes reviewed and rated by experts - MBR
WEBJun 18, 2024 · The best lightweight electric mountain bike. Frame: Carbon Hollow Core, 132mm travel | Motor: Fazua Ride 60 60Nm/450W | Battery: Fazua Energy 430Wh | Weight: 18.47kg | Rating: 9/10. Reasons to buy: Very dynamic handling. Low resistance, high power Fazua motor feels great on or off.
Best mountain bike handlebars reviewed and rated by experts - MBR
WEBJun 13, 2024 · Lots of bars claim to be compliant, but few can match the extra comfort dished out by the OneUp Carbon E-Bar and its analogue cousin, the Carbon Bar. Read the full review of the OneUp Carbon E-Bar. OneUp’s Aluminium handlebar takes the sting out of the trail. 2. OneUp Aluminium handlebar.
Best mountain bike saddles reviewed and rated by experts - MBR
WEBJan 10, 2024 · If you want the plushest saddle, look elsewhere, but for support, overall shape, and styling, the Bel-Air is still the fresh prince of saddles. Read our full review of the SGD Bel-Air 3.0. DMR Stage 2 MTB Rail saddle. 3. DMR Stage 2 MTB Rail.
Best mountain bike flat pedals reviewed and rated by experts - MBR
WEBJun 13, 2024 · A high performance pedal at a bargain price. Read our full test review of the Burgtec MK4 Composite flat pedals. Hope’s F22 pedals are UK made and brilliantly engineered. 2. Hope F22 pedals.
Which is the best ebike motors? Our experts give their verdict - MBR
WEBJun 19, 2024 · Motor weight: 1.85kg. Modes: Eco, Mid, High. Power: 300W. Torque: 50Nm. Battery: 360Wh. Charging: 3hrs for 360Wh battery. Energy density: 360Wh – 200Wh/kg / 580Wh – 216Wh/kg. TQ’s HPR50 is the most compact motor on the market thanks to its harmonic design, where the motor runs concentric to the bottom bracket axle.