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In this issue

From hate to great
The mountain bike tech we initially hated but now admit we can’t live without

Taming the dragon
Rob and Tom try to hit all of South Wales’s best riding spots in one day

Out Front
This month’s hottest stories, bikes and kit, plus your letters and pics – and make sure to check out our shortlists and vote for your Rider of the Year!

Longterm rides
What we’ve been up to on our team bikes

Out Front

WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF MOUNTAIN BIKING

2 mins

Spoke Tencion

THE MTB ISSUES THAT REALLY GRIND OUR GEARS

5 mins

12 THINGS WE LEARNED ABOUT...CHRIS PORTER

The outspoken suspension guru talks progressive geometry, Honda's RN-01, musical differences and more

7 mins

XC SPEED ON A BUDGET

Merida's Big Nine and Big Seven hardtails offer premium tech at an entry-level price

1 mins

NO SHOCK AS DH RIG GETS NEW LOOK

Scott's Gambler inherits hidden-linkage tech

1 mins

ALL ABOUT THE FRAME

Two years were spent refining the chassis of Pivot's Shuttle AM full-power e-bike

1 mins

WOLF IN SHEEP'S CLOTHING?

Yeti's LTe e-bike looks just like their lightweight MTe but boasts upgraded travel and power

1 mins

FROM HATE TO GREAT

The mountain bike tech we hated, but now can't live without

3 mins

TAMING THE DRAGON

Rob and Tom try to ride all of South Wales's top spots in one day

7 mins

HEAVYWEIGHTS

WHY DOWNHILL RACERS ARE NOW ADDING GRAMS TO THEIR BIKES, NOT TRYING TO LIGHTEN THEM

3 mins

HAYES DOMINION A4 VS TRP EVO PRO

World Cup braking performance from less-represented brands Luke Marshall pits this powerful pair against each other

6 mins

WHYTE KADO RSX

£7,499 A burly e-bike that benefits from Whyte's centre-of-gravity research

8 mins

PIVOT FIREBIRD PRO XT/XTR AIR

£8,300 Carbon enduro bike that prioritises speed over smoothness

7 mins

FORESTAL E-CYGNUS DIODE

€11,299 This pricey pedal-assist downcountry bike should be called the Enigma

5 mins

MET REVO TRAIL HELMET

£169.99 Sweaty with a particular fit

3 mins

MINITEST FRONT LIGHTS

At just shy of 70 quid, the Decathlon FL940 undercuts all the competition here, and is less than half, or even a third, of the price of all bar the Blackburn. This makes it a tempting option for riders wanting to try out night riding on a budget.

4 mins

LONGTERM RIDES

Team bikes ridden hard for a year

7 mins

HANDLEBAR MATERIALS

Carbon vs alloy vs titanium vs steel - which makes for the best bars for mountain biking?

3 mins

GRIME TIME

EXPERT WORKSHOP ADVICE

5 mins

Read all Stories from Mountain Biking UK

Mountain Biking UK Magazine Description:

Publisher: Our-Media-Ltd

Category: Sports

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

Mountain Biking UK Magazine is the UK's best-selling mountain bike magazine, and for good reason. It's packed with everything you need to know about the sport, from trail riding to downhill racing.

In each issue, you'll find:

* In-depth reviews of the latest bikes and gear

* Interviews with top mountain bikers

* Trail and travel features

* Tips and advice on improving your skills

* News and events from the world of mountain biking

And much more!

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned pro, Mountain Biking UK Magazine is the perfect resource for you. Subscribe today and start exploring the world of mountain biking!

Here are some of the things that make Mountain Biking UK Magazine special:

* It's the UK's best-selling mountain bike magazine.

* It has a team of experienced journalists who are passionate about mountain biking.

* It's packed with informative and entertaining content that will appeal to all levels of riders.

* It's a great way to stay up-to-date on the latest mountain biking news and trends.