Rachel Bennet

Rach’s XC MTB racing diary: part eight

A consistent season saw our staff writer take second in the overall and, when it comes to racing, discover that longer is better

MBUK video: Our team's riding essentials

The tools, snacks and more that we won't leave home without

Rach's XC MTB racing diary: part seven

Strength in numbers and podium steps – it has been another successful month for our staff writer with the XC season in full swing

Rach's XC MTB racing diary: part six

Podiums, family, sunshine and progression – it’s been an encouraging month for our staff writer’s cross-country journey

MBUK video: BikePark Wales Women's Social Ride

Find out what women mountain bikers are riding at Bike Park Wales.

Rach's XC MTB racing diary: part five

New kit, training struggles and a race that never really got started – the season continues for our staff writer

Rach’s XC MTB racing diary: part four

The weather matched our staff writer’s mood as she lined up for her first race of the season on British soil. There are ups and downs in racing, and this month was unfortunately the latter.

Rach’s XC MTB racing diary: part three

As the dust settles on her victory in Lanzarote, our staff writer reflects on lessons learned and experiences gained from her January trip

Rach’s XC MTB racing diary: part one

Join our staff writer as she takes on a whole race season – with training tips, gear reviews, epic adventures and more!

MBUK podcast: 'The racers who rang the changes'

We discuss the athletes who we think had the biggest impact on mountain biking