This issue we bring you our 2024 Trail Directory packed with 120+ of the UK’s best riding spots.
We catch up with Tom Isted to find out how he built up from Cornish dirt jumps to 120ft backflips, and bring you our guide to staying safe from ticks, midges and other wild beasties on the trails this summer.
All this, plus tests of knee pads, cross-country race bikes and sports drinks, tips for getting your brakes working at their best, the top ways to transport your bike and more!
Cool as ice
We hang out with dirt jump legend Tom Isted on home turf in Cornwall, to learn how he rose to prominence and that legendary world record-breaking backflip.
The MBUK 2024 Trail Directory
Our definitive guide to UK riding spots is back! Newly updated for 2024, our directory now includes over 120 locations including bike parks and trail centres.
How to stay safe on the trails this summer
Pollen, ticks, sunburn, midges, errant livestock and rogue wildlife can all spoil our time in the fresh air. Here’s some essential advice to help you stay safe when nature attacks!
Privateer XC race biketest
Tested in depth this month are four flat-out fast bikes ready for a life between the tape or high-speed razzing around your local trails.
Trail knee pads on test
Nine pairs of the best leg guards for pedalling-heavy days on the trails, rated for protection, comfort and versatility.
And that's not all…
This issue of MBUK is jam-packed with all the latest and greatest bikes, product reviews and news stories from the mountain biking world. We've got six of the best sports drinks on test, new bikes from Marin, Canyon, Pace and Mondraker, plus much more, along with pages of product reviews in Wrecked and Rated.
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