Mountain Bike Rider Magazine - Summer 2023

In this issue

FIT AND FAST
What does it take to stay fit, fast and injury free over the years? Greg Minnaar’s coach Alan Milway talks us through the GOAT’s approach.

CAERSWS BIKE PARK
We head to Mid Wales to meet Matt Simmonds, who’s taken Caersws from a collection of hammered downhill tracks to a fledgling new bike park..

GRAVEL VS XC

Gravel bikes are appearing on mountain bike trails all over the country – it’s time to shave our legs, pull on a tattoo sleeve and find out what all the fuss is about

5 mins

GLORY DAYS

Giant’s iconic downhill bike is back, featuring a Rob Warner Legends colour scheme, carbon frame, mullet wheels and offering more adjustments than an orthodontist

3 mins

THE LONG GAME

Just how does Greg Minnaar stay fast, focused and injury free (touch wood!), even into his 40s? Coach Alan Milway lets us peek behind the GOAT’s training curtain

5 mins

GT SENSOR CARBON PRO LE

GT is aiming to bring back the glory days, and its new Sensor is the springboard

5 mins

BE A BETTER RIDER

Improve your bike, your body, and your skills, and take your riding to the next level

10+ mins

CAERSWS BIKE PARK

Thanks to former racer Matt Simmonds, and supportive landowner Ian, Mid Wales’s DH race tracks are taking on a second life

9 mins

RACECRAFT: THE GAME PLAN

Elite enduro athlete Innes Graham takes us through the preparation and race-day skills you’ll need to shine under pressure

7 mins

BEN'S SCOTT GENIUS ST 900 TUNED

MONTH 2: Ben's Italian baptism of fire leaves the Genius completely unfazed

2 mins

PEDALS

Whether you’re a fan of flats or clinging onto clips, our pedal test will help you put your best foot forward

10+ mins

SHORT-TRAVEL SHREDDERS

With a ride that’s more director’s chair than armchair, short-travel bikes put you fully in charge on the trails; we put two to the test

10+ mins

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Mountain Bike Rider Magazine Description:

Mountain Bike Rider Magazine is a monthly magazine published by Future. The magazine is aimed at mountain biking enthusiasts of all levels. Mountain Bike Rider Magazine features articles on a wide range of topics, including:

* Bike reviews: The magazine reviews new and used mountain bikes from all major manufacturers.
* Mountain biking trails: The magazine covers mountain biking trails around the world, including reviews of difficulty, scenery, and amenities.
* Mountain biking skills: The magazine provides tips and advice on mountain biking skills, such as how to climb, descend, and corner.
* Mountain biking fitness: The magazine features articles on mountain biking fitness, such as training plans and nutrition advice.
* Mountain biking culture: The magazine features articles on the mountain biking culture, such as fashion, events, and travel.

Mountain Bike Rider Magazine is a must-read for anyone who is passionate about mountain biking. The magazine is known for its high-quality photography, its informative and engaging articles, and its commitment to providing its readers with the latest news and information about the mountain biking world.