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The latest stories from the world of mountain biking.
Rocky Mountain back in UK – which ones shall we get in?
After too many years being too hard to find in the UK, Rocky Mountain are back with a new distributor.
Alpkit funding has been secured a day after announcing administration
That was quick. It was only yesterday that we reported on Alpkit’s Administration. But the latest news is they have secured new funding. The full presser we just received is below… Today we are announcing a significant financial restructure and new investment to secure our…
Alpkit enter administration but there’s hope for the brand
Alpkit enters administration but vows to keep stores open and customer orders flowing—stay tuned for updates on their rescue plan!
Reader’s Ride: Tops 5’s Hope HB.916
Kicking off this season of Reader's Rides, here's the mysteriously named Top 5's non-noisy Hope HB.916.
Atherton E-MTB with Avinox, price starts at £6,999
Limited availability of 50 bikes and first deliveries scheduled for April/May. Form an orderly queue.
Dark Skies Gravel* event at Sutton Bank, February 28th
Head off into the twilight and ride together under dark skies on the gravel roads, paths and tracks in the North York Moors.
Singletrack World Awards 2025: voting closes this week
Voting closes on Sunday January 11th. Get ticking these boxes!
Outta the Archive: What happens when epic rides go very wrong?
Grab a coffee and read what can happen when epic rides go very wrong
Fresh Goods Friday 789: The Dad Joke Edition
Why was six afraid of seven? Sponsored by Yellow Jersey.
Predictions for the mountain bike world in 2026
We look into the mists of time, peer into the future, and see what lies ahead. Maybe.
Warner Bros Discovery claim 87 million views of World Cup MTB racing
Big numbers and big growth for the 2025 season's broadcasts
MegaSack Final Day: Win an Invisiframe Frame Protection Kit worth £95.00!
Win an Invisiframe Frame Protection Kit worth £95.00!
MegaSack Day 14: Win a Stan’s Dart Tool & Refill Pack
MegaSack Day 14: Win a Stan's Dart Tool & Refill Pack
MegaSack Day 13: Win this Pembree Gravity Cockpit System worth £240!
Win this Pembree Gravity Cockpit System worth £240!
Outta the Archive: Shropshire route guide from 2007
"We show you round some of the best mountain biking in the country. It must be, Ben says so."
Canyon FMD race truck goes under the hammer: yours for £35k
Defunct Canyon FMD is selling off its Scania P310 Motorhome Race Truck on eBay.
How many years have Singletrack World users been riding Mountain Bikes?
Find out how long Singletrack World users have been mountain biking—log in, vote in the poll, and see if your experience matches the community!
Outta the Archive: Magazine ads from 2002
Tomac! Cove Bikes! Minnaar on an Orange! Telephone numbers! Postal order forms!
How old are Singletrack World users?
We’d like to know a little bit about your for our files. It’s pretty important for us that we know who you are. That’s how we can make sure we are doing the right things for our users and subscribers. So every so often we…
MTB World Cups on Netflix? Stranger things have happened…
Netflix appears to have put in a winning bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, the current World Cup broadcaster
Watch: ‘Down For Life’ 52 min film by legendary Alex Rankin
Sure, it's technically an advert for DMR but that doesn't stop it from being an excellent watch
Singletrack World Awards 2025 now open for nominations
This year’s awards are now open for your nominations! Tell us what you think deserves recognition.
Fresh Goods Friday 784: The Bead Seating Edition
Did someone say vendredi noir? Fresh Goods Friday is sponsored by Yellow Jersey.
Production Privée relaunches in UK with Nigel Page
The brand has teamed up with 'Pagey' to fulfill all UK orders so that customers don't have to worry about shipping delays, taxes or hidden charges.
Trail Bloom Swift MTB Jersey and Ladies MTB Trousers review
I'm impressed with these items from Trailbloom, and would definitely recommend them
State of UK Enduro Racing: Llandegla Night Enduro
Aran's first attempt at racing in the dark and his first race onboard an ebike.
Lazer Impala KinetiCore helmet review
The Lazer Impala helmet adds dual-density EPS to its unique KinetiCore inner layout
Carradice Bowland bar bag, Odyssey saddle bag & Bagman support rack review
Does Northern Soul come in a bag? The Carradice Adventure Range tested.
YT returns: bought back by Markus Flossmann
“YT was never just a brand – it’s always been an attitude. And that attitude is back.” says Flossmann.
Issue 163: Every. Single. Rock
Chipps wonders just how well you know your favourite trail? It might be better than you realise
Outta The Archive: Issue 32’s Grinder from 2006
"Our demon product test section features a long term test on a Rohloff Speedhub and a first look at new XTR."
Subscriber Competition: Win A Proviz Jacket plus runner up prizes
This is for our subscribers only. Join us now Proviz is a British sportswear brand founded in 2010, renowned for its award-winning reflective and high-performance apparel for cycling, running, and outdoor activities. Established with the mission of improving safety and visibility, Proviz has become a…
Government set to cap Cycle to Work Scheme – what it means for mountain bikers
Chancellor set to cap Cycle to Work scheme, possibly hitting mountain bikers—see what it could mean for your next bike and have your say!
Giant Anthem X Advanced SL first ride review
The Anthem X Advance SL is a genuinely rapid and responsive bike. It hits the design brief with minimal lag when you stamp on the pedals and ask it to go.
TransRockies returns to Fernie: The birthplace of North American MTB stage racing
TransRockies returns to Fernie for the epic Singletrack 3 race in June 2026—sign up now and ride where MTB legends are made!
SRAM RED XPLR AXS Gravel groupset review
I’m not, for a minute, thinking that you’re going to go out and buy one of these groupsets
Fresh Goods Friday 780: The Weening Hallows Edition
Not-so-spooky stuff. Sponsored by Yellow Jersey.
Heads up! Shareholder Campaign ends Tuesday November 4th
We are crowdfunding the sustainable future of Singletrack and you can own a share of our business today. Don’t invest unless you’re prepared to lose all the money you invest. This is a high-risk investment and you are unlikely to be protected if something goes…
How and when to watch Red Bull Rampage ad-free (UPDATE: now Friday & Sunday)
The Red Bull Rampage 2025 competitors are onsite in Utah, starting the final countdown to the events
Mont-Sainte-Anne DH World Series Rd10 results, highlight vids & talking points
The final World Cup DH of the year took place in Canada.
Why aren’t there any rights of way in Eire or Northern Ireland?
Jonathan Stearn explains why and describes the uphill struggle to get some rights to head off road
The final DH World Cup: points, permutations & predictions
Bruni leads and needs to finish 3rd or better if Goldstone finishes in first place.
Lake Placid DH World Series Rd9 results, report and highlights vids
The penuiltimate World Cup DH of the year took place in USA. Here are the results, race report and highlights vids from Lake Placid. [Did you know you can still watch the Junior racing live for free? Yes, you can only watch via the Discovery+…
Strava takes on Garmin: a legal battle that could affect every* mountain biker
The fitness tracking giants are squaring off in court over patents, heatmaps, and segments – and it’s messy and complicated. *Well, not every mountain biker – I don’t have a Strava account or a Garmin device. If you’ve been out riding this week and missed…
State of UK Downhill Racing: Havok Bike Park DH
This weekend’s race at Havok served as a reminder of how much fun it can be going to your local race
Record-breaking Three Peaks Cyclocross (plus new drivetrain spyshots!)
Lining up were a number of past winners of the event, many old hands (including one in the Vet70s and the other in Vet80s)
Staff (Race) Bike Check: Chipps’ Three Peaks CX-ready Genesis Vapour
Our Analogue Editor is heading for his 15th go at the legendary Three Peaks Cyclocross race tomorrow.
US Customs Issues WRO Against Giant Bikes for Forced Labor Violations
The biggest story of the week.
Fresh Goods Friday 775: The Steel Is Reel Edition
Do you reel? Not around the fountain. Reel on the socials medias. How do you feel about the reel?
